April 08, 2022 | Law.com
How I Made Partner: 'You Don't Have to Be a Rainmaker to Make Partner,' Says Karuna Chandani Simbeck of Klasko Immigration Law Partners"It's easy to get pigeonholed and get stuck doing the same thing day in and day out. Push for diversity of work. Get exposure to a variety of case types. It's great to be an expert in one or two things, but broad knowledge/exposure is key."
By Tasha Norman
7 minute read
April 07, 2022 | Law.com
How I Made Partner: 'Create A Plan and Be Your Own Advocate,' Says Andrea Fuelleman of Neal Gerber & Eisenberg"I believe it is important for attorneys to seek work opportunities in areas that may challenge their comfort level and find the path that appeals to their interests and skills, which can change over time."
By Tasha Norman
6 minute read
April 06, 2022 | Law.com
How I Made Partner: 'I Knew That Firm Culture and a Respectful, Professional Work Environment Were Critical to Me,' Says Cheryl Chan of Davis Polk & Wardwell"I hope that others like me—minorities, women—will feel that the legal industry has evolved and is continuing to evolve and that there is a place for them."
By Tasha Norman
5 minute read
April 04, 2022 | Law.com
How I Made Office Partner-in-Charge: 'Having a Variety of Experiences, Relationships, and Institutional Knowledge Are Critically Important,' Says Brian Dillon of Lathrop GPM"The best lawyers are able to blend a high degree of technical competency with an equally high degree of emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and communication skills."
By Tasha Norman
6 minute read
April 01, 2022 | Law.com
How I Made Practice Group Co-Chair: 'Having Initiative, Originality and Courage Are Valuable Traits in a Leader,' Says Flavia Campbell of Dickinson Wright"You can organically develop leadership skills by listening to, learning from and empowering those around you."
By Tasha Norman
5 minute read
March 31, 2022 | Law.com
How I Made Office Managing Partner: 'My Positive Attitude, Dedication to Helping Others and Being a Good Role Model,' Says Heather Boelens of Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner"That health and well-being, and being sympathetic to the difficulties of your colleagues are the core of a successful team."
By Tasha Norman
4 minute read
March 29, 2022 | Law.com
How I Made Partner: 'I Made Connections by Taking On New Roles and Responsibilities,' Says Peter Bogdasarian of Stradley Ronon Stevens & Young"Successful business development comes from a combination of confidence and competence. The best way to grow professionally is not to give up."
By Tasha Norman
4 minute read
March 28, 2022 | Law.com
How I Made Partner: 'Deep Down, You Have to Be Energized by What You Do,' Says Erin Hanson of White & Case"Have a plan, but not to worry if their plans change, as that's the nature of plans – they aren't set in stone!"
By Tasha Norman
6 minute read
March 25, 2022 | Law.com
How I Made Partner: 'To Be Successful, Become Indispensable,' Says Brian Lee of Alston & Bird"I hope to continue to move our industry to the point where a diverse legal team is not required by clients, but the norm."
By Tasha Norman
7 minute read
March 24, 2022 | Law.com
How I Made Partner: 'I Used My Unique Strengths and Skills to My Advantage,' Says Shari Dwoskin of Brown Rudnick"In addition to the technical aspects of what we do, you need to be able to lead a team, which means developing the people around you and helping them succeed."
By Tasha Norman
7 minute read
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