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How I Made Partner: 'Offer Fresh Perspectives and Innovative Solutions,' Says Tansy Woan of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom

"I would advise associates to not only do exceptional work but to think strategically about how they can uniquely contribute to a case or the firm."
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How I Made Practice Group Chair: 'Be Authentic and Mindful of Your Strengths and Weaknesses,' Says Larissa Neumann of Fenwick

"Utilize your strengths, hone your expertise and be assertive when you have answers and insights that can be of value to your team and your clients. When there are gaps or weaknesses in your practice do not be afraid to leverage your colleagues' strengths and collaborate!"
11 minute read

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How I Made Managing Partner: Master 'the Area of Law You Love the Most' and 'Then Support Your Colleagues to Do the Same,' Says Merc Pittinos of Moye White

"I have had to work really hard to understand the real estate business and the problems that keep my clients up at night, and to speak the language of real estate. If I had started this process years ago and been laser-focused on learning the real estate industry, I could have provided better service and advocacy much earlier in my legal career."
7 minute read

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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."
7 minute read

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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."
7 minute read

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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."
8 minute read

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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."
10 minute read

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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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