The last time we compiled a “45 Under 45″ list, there were eight women on our coed roster of rising stars in the law firm world. As part of our 2011 “45″ coverage, we checked in with the eight to ask about the paths their careers have taken. (Download these lawyers’ 2003 “45 Under 45″ profiles by clicking on the “Then” job titles below.) Our update, along with some advice from these pros for this year’s group of budding superstars, appears here.

1. LEORA BEN-AMI, 52