With over 40 years of experience in the legal profession, Stephen Hopkins is dedicated to empowering lawyers to unlock their full potential. As a former Partner at Eversheds Sutherland, Stephen now brings his expertise to coaching, mentoring, and training legal professionals at all levels. He is an ICF Certified Coach, an ELI Master Practitioner, and a Certified Team Coach Trainer, currently serving as an Ambassador for the ICF Singapore chapter.
Stephen is passionate about inspiring legal professionals to better understand themselves, their colleagues, and their clients, enabling them to thrive in their roles. He provides tailored coaching and strategic guidance, helping in-house professionals, teams, and individuals achieve their career goals.
Areas of Expertise:
- Coaching in-house legal teams and individuals, including CLOs, on strategy, leadership development, law firm delivery, and career transitions.
- Specializing in building next-generation leaders, succession planning, reducing stress, and boosting confidence.
- Certified in team coaching, focusing on building high-performing teams, resolving conflicts, and fostering a strong, collaborative culture.
- Master Practitioner in Energy Leadership Index (ELI), guiding leaders to harness their leadership potential in every interaction.
Stephen has worked with legal professionals across Europe, the U.S., Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. Based in Asia, he is known for his flexibility and ability to adapt his approach to suit diverse geographic and cultural needs.
Stephen’s coaching philosophy centers on empowering legal professionals by helping them understand their impact on others and recognizing that they always have a choice in shaping their careers and relationships. His strategic guidance focuses on achieving work-life balance, reducing stress, and setting clear goals for both individual and team success.
Through one-on-one coaching and team training, Stephen has helped hundreds of legal professionals build confidence, navigate career challenges, and develop actionable strategies for success.
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How to Connect:
- To book 30 minutes complementary session with Stephen please click here.
- To learn more about Stephen, please view his LinkedIn profile.