Cortex training is created and delivered by a psychological scientist who researches the legal profession. Each programme is built on evidence, not assumptions, and designed to create lasting change in how lawyers work.
Cortex training is created by a psychological scientist who spent over a decade in private practice at leading international law firms before turning to research. Every programme is built on real science and shaped by someone who has lived the profession, not just studied it.
A great session is not the same as lasting change. Cortex programmes are built around how people actually form new habits and shift ingrained behaviour, drawing on applied psychology to create the conditions where professionals walk out and do something differently. That is the difference between training that entertains and training that sticks.
Cortex has delivered training to leading law firms internationally, including Magic Circle and top-tier global practices.
Choose a topic, or talk to us about building something bespoke.
How to communicate with greater clarity, credibility and influence – using techniques drawn from persuasion and decision-making research to help professionals land arguments, win trust and change minds.
What the science of memory and cognition means for how lawyers prepare witnesses and assess testimony. This programme applies research on bias, recall accuracy and interviewing technique to high-stakes witness conversations.
Practical, evidence-based tools for staying focused and performing well under sustained pressure, without tipping into burnout. Built for professionals who operate in demanding, high-volume environments.
The psychology of habit formation applied to professional life – turning good intentions into consistent action through science-backed strategies for goal-setting, overcoming procrastination and building routines that last.
How to work with greater focus, protect energy and sustain high output over time – drawing on cognitive science to help professionals manage attention, prioritise effectively and avoid the traps that erode productivity.
A practical programme on the science of stress – what it does to the brain, how it affects performance and what professionals can do to recognise, manage and reduce it. Helping legal teams perform more consistently under pressure.
How empathy, insight and emotional intelligence translate into stronger leadership under pressure. Built on the psychology of what makes people follow – helping leaders connect with their teams, earn trust and create the conditions for high performance.
How leaders are perceived, and how to shape that perception intentionally. Covers emotional intelligence, non-verbal communication and the psychology of influence, helping leaders project authority and build stronger relationships.
Every programme is tailored to the team, whether it runs over several months or fits into a single session.
Multi-module programmes built around your team's needs, delivered over several months. Each module runs 90 minutes to 3 hours.
Standalone sessions of 60 minutes to 2 hours, focused on a single topic. Ideal for firm-wide events, away days or team offsites.
I learned more about negotiation in 1 hour than I have in my 15 years as an employment lawyer! I wish I'd known this years ago.PartnerLaw Firm of the Year Winner
Dr Ula's session on Empathic Leadership was the highest rated session we have hosted for external speakers for our Senior Leaders.L&D LeadGlobal Tech Company
Ula offers a unique mix of academic grounding in psychology and cognitive neuroscience, combined with practical experience in international arbitration.KCInternational Arbitration Boutique
Tell us about your team and what you're looking to achieve. We tailor every session to the group.
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