December 21, 2021 | Law.com
How I Made Partner: 'Be Generous With Your Time and Take the Long View,' Says Vinay Kohli of King & Spalding"It takes a village to help elevate an attorney to the partnership ranks here; it takes two more villages to help a partner continue growing."
By Tasha Norman
5 minute read
December 21, 2021 | Law.com
How I Made Practice Group Co-Chair: 'The Leader of a Group Has to Be More Than a Talking Head,' Says Richard Hung of Morrison & Foerster"You can't become a firm leader until you realize that it's not about you. And you will never be an effective firm leader if you forget that."
By Tasha Norman
3 minute read
December 20, 2021 | Law.com
How I Made Real Estate Partner and Practice Leader: 'Continue to Take Risks and Accept the Most Challenging Projects,' Says Nina Roket of Olshan Frome Wolosky"We always must figure out ways to reinvent ourselves. Nothing is constant or forever. Do not ever get complacent."
By Tasha Norman
7 minute read
December 20, 2021 | Law.com
How I Made Real Estate Partner: 'I Have Always Had a Thirst for Knowledge and an Incredible Work Ethic,' Says Karen Scanna of Stroock & Stroock & Lavan"Business development is something that associates need to start thinking about early in their careers in order to be successful as they climb the ranks."
By Tasha Norman
7 minute read
December 20, 2021 | Law.com
How I Made Practice Group Leader: 'It's About Building Lasting Relationships and Helping to Solve Problems,' Says Amanda Raad of Ropes & Gray"Don't be afraid to try new things and fail. You can never progress if you are afraid of failure. And, be positive, encouragement is motivating!"
By Tasha Norman
4 minute read
December 20, 2021 | Law.com
How I Made Partner: 'Be Around the Hoop When Opportunities Arise So You're There to Take the Shot,' Says Nick Losurdo of Goodwin"Rejection and adversity are inevitable. Frankly, it's an almost daily occurrence for me. It's what you do when a door closes that really shows what you're made of."
By Tasha Norman
5 minute read
December 17, 2021 | Law.com
How I Made Real Estate Partner and Co-Chair: 'We Are Only as Good as the Experience We Get,' Says Samantha Wallack of Blank Rome"Spend time with people you like and care about, and invest your energies in activities and organizations that speak to your passions. In doing so, you will find true commonality with people which will lead to authentic relationships."
By Tasha Norman
8 minute read
December 16, 2021 | Law.com
Video: How I Made Chief Legal Officer: Grow Your Career by Overcoming Challenges and Thrive, Nicole White of Avison YoungIn this interview with Nicole White, the incoming chief legal officer of Avison Young, we discuss the value of mentorship and how to propel your legal career to the next level, and she shares her "aha" moment about how she had to make a big change to grow her career.
By Tasha Norman
2 minute read
December 15, 2021 | Law.com
How I Made Partner: 'Interdisciplinary Collaborations and Consistently Adding Value, Says Alicia Rubio-Spring of Goodwin"In spite of all of the recent challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic, it's been inspiring to see those around me come together as a community and continue to persevere in the face of adversity."
By Tasha Norman
7 minute read
December 14, 2021 | Law.com
How I Made Practice Group Co-Chair: 'I Care Deeply About Fairness and Excellence in Lawyering,' Says Bita Rahebi of Morrison & Foerster"Be fair—avoid being self-serving and look out for the group rather than your own personal interests."
By Tasha Norman
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