Avoid demeaning opposing counsel or their arguments. Even if you are correct, a condescending approach can create resentment and make resolution harder. Opposing counsel may become less cooperative, raise unnecessary objections, or resist scheduling accommodations out of spite. A clear, calm explanation of why the law favors your position is far more effective. Remember Diplomacy Is a Form Of Advocacy.
Many attorneys will start yelling at opposing counsel as a substitute for weak arguments. Experienced attorneys will pickup on this fact.
Some attorneys yell at opposing counsel in hopes of intimidating them. Although this tactic may work with a new attorney, it is unlikely to work with more experienced ones. If you're just yell at opposing counsel instead of arguing the merits of your case, an experienced attorney will notice you’re not arguing the merits of your case. The inference is going to be your case doesn't have any merits, or you don't know the merits of your case.
