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July 05, 2022 | Law.com

How I Started My Own Law Firm: 'I Like Having the Freedom to Make My Own Decisions,' Says Kelly Burris of Burris Law

"I would like to be known as someone who helped open up opportunities for women and minorities—those who are not traditionally in this field."

By Tasha Norman

6 minute read

July 01, 2022 | Law.com

How I Made Partner: 'Make Yourself Irreplaceable. Show Up and Be Dependable,' Says Jennifer Weissman Jette of Friedlander Misler

"The lesson I learned was to never give up and also never settle."

By Tasha Norman

7 minute read

June 30, 2022 | Law.com

How I Started My Own Law Firm: 'A Constant Focus on the Well-Being and Happiness of Your Team Members,' Says Luis Salazar of Salazar Law

"My advice is to develop and prioritize the skills that make a great rainmaker, and the path to firm leadership will open right up."

By Tasha Norman

5 minute read

June 29, 2022 | Law.com

How I Made Partner: 'The Forest and the Trees Are All Important. Put the Details and the Big Picture Together,' Says Jason Gott of Latham & Watkins

"So much of the learning process in law is informal—we learn by observing and doing and making mistakes and correcting them. But having a vibrant, official mentoring program is critical to provide a "space" where both mentor and mentee come together."

By Tasha Norman

4 minute read

June 28, 2022 | Law.com

How I Made Partner: 'Have Solid Reasons for Why Your Firm Should Make You a Partner, or Why They Can't Risk That You Leave the Firm,' Says Megan LaDriere White, Baker Botts

"To lean into what makes you different. Being my authentic self and using my voice has made the difference."

By Tasha Norman

7 minute read

June 27, 2022 | Law.com

How I Made Equity Partner: 'The Practice of Law Doesn't Have to Be a Race,' Says Jodi Furr Colton of Brinkley Morgan

"Balance, flexibility, creativity. 2022 is an important transition year for the entire legal profession as we all reconsider what works, what doesn't, and how to do it better."

By Tasha Norman

7 minute read

June 24, 2022 | Law.com

How I Made It to Managing Partner: 'Show Up and Pay Attention,' Says Michael Hurley Jr. of Cassin & Cassin

"Being a leader is about making others better; it's not about being the best – it's about making those around you better."

By Tasha Norman

7 minute read

June 23, 2022 | Law.com

How I Made Partner: 'As a Partner, It's Critical to Be Able to Empower Associates to Take a Lead Role on Transactions,' Says Scott Herrig of Davis Polk & Wardwell

"It's important for associates to find a true partner mentor and to have an open dialogue with her or him about career goals, including the desire to be promoted."

By Tasha Norman

7 minute read