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How I Made Practice Group Chair: 'Don't Be Afraid to Ask Your Clients Questions. Asking Questions Is Not a Sign of a Weakness,' Says Marcia Ellis of Morrison & FoersterBe an active listener and know your clients well, including their business goals, core values, pain points, and immediate legal and commercial needs, Marcia Ellis says.
By Tasha Norman
8 minute read
October 19, 2022 | Law.com
How I Made Office Executive Partner: 'Spend More Time Making Those Around You Successful,' Says Heather Burke of White & CaseThe more time you spend working to make those around you successful, the better off you will be both personally and professionally, Heather Burke says.
By Tasha Norman
4 minute read
October 18, 2022 | Law.com
How I Made Firm Managing Partner: 'Place the Firm and the Success of Others Above Your Personal Interests,' Says Jonathan Littrell of Raines FeldmanWhile entertaining clients is certainly a good way to build a network, being regarded as an excellent lawyer and doing elite work for your clients is what will keep them coming back, Jonathan Littrell says.
By Tasha Norman
7 minute read
October 17, 2022 | Law.com
How I Co-Founded a Law Firm: 'Don't Let Humility Get in the Way of Being Recognized for Your Achievements,' Says Zana Tomich of Dalton & Tomich"While we all rely on our team to reach goals, don't be afraid to accept credit where credit is due. If you don't advocate for yourself, no one else will."
By Tasha Norman
6 minute read
October 14, 2022 | Law.com
How I Made Industry Team Leader: 'Build Relationships and Trust,' Says Patricia Kirkwood Burgess of Frost Brown Todd"Practicing law is an incredibly stressful profession, particularly in the bankruptcy and supply chain risk management areas, which are abundant in emergencies. To balance that stress, I strive to find the joy and fun in every day 'little things' of life."
By Tasha Norman
4 minute read
October 13, 2022 | Law.com
How I Made Partner: 'Take Ownership Over Not Only Your Work, But Also Your Career,' Says Emilia McKee Vassallo of Ballard Spahr"'Be patient and kind to yourself.' It is easy in your early career to think that you are not making progress fast enough and then to be really hard on yourself. But you have to walk before you can run, and you have to run before you can sprint."
By Tasha Norman
8 minute read
October 12, 2022 | Law.com
How I Made Partner: 'Partnership Will Come From Your Dedication and High-Level of Practice,' Says Kelly Page of Recht Kornfeld"You're going to make mistakes. Learn from them, but don't dwell on them."
By Tasha Norman
5 minute read
October 11, 2022 | Law.com
How I Made Partner: 'I Realized the Importance of Establishing a Brand,' Says LaKeisha M.A. Caton of Pryor Cashman"Who you work with is just as important as the work itself, so consider both equally when making decisions regarding your future."
By Tasha Norman
6 minute read
October 10, 2022 | Law.com
How I Made Partner: 'Communication and Collaboration Are Keys to Success,' Says Andrew Hazen of Hall Booth Smith"Be willing to seize opportunities when they are presented, even if that means developing a new area of practice."
By Tasha Norman
5 minute read
October 07, 2022 | Law.com
How I Made Office Managing Partner: 'I'm a Highly Engaged and Inclusive Leader,' Says Liz Espín Stern of Mayer Brown"Every challenge presents an opportunity. Setbacks are often vehicles to create a bond among those facing the challenge."
By Tasha Norman
6 minute read
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