Have you ever opened a legal document—even one you wrote—and thought, there’s no way anyone outside of legal is going to read this all the way through?
You’re not alone. Legal communication for teams can easily become a maze of jargon, formatting, and dense language. But here’s the good news: there’s a smarter way to connect legal with the business—one that’s clear, collaborative, and human-centered.
That’s where legal design comes in.
For in-house counsel, it’s not just about simplifying language. It’s about creating clarity, building trust, and helping teams make confident decisions—faster and with fewer misunderstandings.
That’s exactly what sparked Anna Posthumus Meyjes’ journey. Coming from a litigation background, she found herself frustrated—not with the law itself, but with how it was being delivered. Her clients weren’t pushing back on her advice; they simply didn’t understand it. The information was solid, but the way it was presented didn’t invite engagement. So she tried something different.
Anna brought in visuals. She added timelines, icons, and simplified summaries. Suddenly, her clients didn’t just read the materials—they responded to them. They asked smarter questions, they followed through faster, and they felt more confident in their decisions. The law hadn’t changed, but the way it was communicated had. That’s the power of legal communication for teams done right.
Watch the full conversation with Anna Posthumus Meyjes here:
Why Legal Communication for Teams Is a Game Changer
This shift matters because, in legal operations, clarity is efficiency. Every policy rollout, training session, or compliance update has the potential to either spark confusion or spark action. Legal design leans into that reality by turning complex information into something people can actually use. When the message is accessible, the follow-up is faster, the mistakes are fewer, and legal becomes a true business partner instead of a bottleneck.
The Future Is Human-Centered
Legal tech has brought incredible tools to the table. But without thoughtful communication, even the best platforms won’t solve your core challenges. That’s where legal design comes in. It fills the gap between good information and real understanding.
And the solutions don’t have to be flashy. Sometimes, it’s just a better layout. Or a shorter sentence. Or removing language that sounds impressive but adds no value.
What Anna’s work reminds us is this: legal design isn’t a trend. It’s part of a much bigger shift toward human-centered law. For in-house counsel, that means creating documents, workflows, and conversations that focus on clarity and trust.
So the next time you’re drafting something important, pause for a moment. Ask yourself: How would this look through the lens of legal design?
Because when legal communication becomes easier to understand, it also becomes easier to act on—and that’s when your work truly makes an impact.
Watch the full conversation here: Notes to My (Legal) Self: Season 3, Episode 11 (ft.Anna Posthumus Meyjes)
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