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How I Made It To Law Firm Leadership: 'Devote Time to Initiatives That Improve the Firm,' Says Scott Burwell of Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner

"Demonstrate to existing leadership that you are committed to the long-term health and success of the firm, and that you are willing to be a steward for the firm rather than simply looking out for your own personal interests."
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How I Made Partner: 'Develop a Specialty Area of Practice Early On,' Says Lillian (Lily) Arango of Weiss Serota Helfman Cole & Bierman

"There is no shortcut or substitute for hard work, quality legal work, responsiveness to clients, and being a firm team player."
5 minute read

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How I Made It to Law Firm Leadership: 'Perceived Failure Is Just an Opportunity To Learn,' Says Mindy Yang of Proskauer

"Walk toward a challenge and find others with whom to lock arms and tackle things together."
10 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'Work Hard, Be an Active Listener and Seek Out Career Mentors,' Says Julie Stande of Nixon Peabody

"If you know you want to make partner, talk about it with the partners in your practice group and firm management. Seek advice on what you need to do to make it happen and plan for your growth and success."
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How I Made Partner: 'Find Sponsors Who Will Advocate on Your Behalf,' Says Ashley M. Howlett of Hogan Lovells

"Your sponsor does not need to look like you, but he or she should be someone who is personally invested in your career progression."
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How I Made Practice Group Chair: 'You Need To Be Able To Build Strong Relationships,' Says Shay Dvoretzky of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom

"So much of leading a practice group is about working with other people, and that's especially true in the appellate world, where we collaborate closely with clients, various other internal practice groups, subject-matter experts, and lawyers at other firms."
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How I Made Partner: 'Don't Assume a Career Path Is a One-Size-Fits-All Situation,' Says Matthew 'Matt' R. Mollozzi of Moore & Van Allen

"I think that firms are getting better about acknowledging and encouraging individuality and flexibility in work arrangements, but we all owe it to ourselves to figure out what works for us in our own lives."
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How I Made Partner: 'Remember That You Have Agency and a Voice!' Says Ashley E. Breakfield of Farella Braun + Martel

"If you wait for work or opportunities to come to you, instead of taking the initiative to go after them yourself, you'll often find yourself disappointed."
5 minute read

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How I Made Practice Group Chair: 'Actively Seek Out Leadership Opportunities,' Says Audra J. Soloway of Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison

"Sometimes we need to be just a little uncomfortable, trying new things, to continue to grow as lawyers."
8 minute read

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How I Made Partner: Prioritize Business Development and Don't Burn Bridges, Says Sagar Patel of Locke Lord

"Connections with co-workers, clients, colleagues, old law school friends, and other members of the legal community are key to long term success."
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