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How I Made Practice Group Chair: 'The Greatest Skill in Being an Effective Practice Group Leader Is Listening,' Says Alva C. Mather of McDermott Will & Emery

"I would say the greatest skill in being an effective practice group leader is listening. As a younger attorney, my most significant barrier was finding room for my own approach to the practice of law; it was a significant turning point in my career when I committed to engaging with clients and colleagues in my own authentic way."
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How I Made Office Managing Partner: 'Take Advantage of the Learning and Networking Opportunities,' Says James Kitces of Robins Kaplan

"Lastly, take advantage of the tremendous learning and networking opportunities that the many bar associations and organizations offer. As a lawyer, you are constantly learning and evolving. There are many opportunities to interact and share ideas with other lawyers, judges, and professionals."
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How I Made Partner: 'Focus on Providing Value for Clients,' Says David Rosenblatt of Stok Kon + Braverman

"Focus on providing value for clients versus solely focusing on racking up billable hours. In my experience, when the clients are best-served, professional accomplishments will naturally flow therefrom."
4 minute read

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How I Made Practice Group Chair: 'Never Lose Sight of the Fact That It's All About Delivering for Your Clients,' Says Gayle Klein of Freshfields

"Focus on developing a successful practice and never lose sight of the fact that at the end of the day, it's still all about delivering for your clients."
6 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'Build Meaningful Relationships With as Many People as Possible,' Says Joseph Falk of Foley Mansfield

"Take pride in your work product, communicate reliably, and build meaningful relationships with as many people as possible."
4 minute read

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How I Made Practice Group Leader: 'Surround Yourself With People Who Are Talented and Hardworking,' Says Amy Van Gelder of Skadden

"Surround yourself with people who are talented and hardworking, support their growth, empower them to take on new challenges and increasing responsibility and relentlessly give them credit for a job well done. When you do your best to make your colleagues look good, it reflects well on you as a leader."
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How I Made Office Managing Partner: 'Take a Genuine Interest in Your Clients, Your Community and Your Colleagues,' Says Jacey Prupas of Snell & Wilmer

"Take a genuine interest in your clients, your community, and your colleagues. This will help you connect with people and nurture your relationships."
6 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'There's No Substitute for Hard Work and a Genuine Desire to Improve,' Says Justin Hawal of DiCello Levitt

"There's no substitute for hard work and a genuine desire to improve. While it may not seem like it at times, the sweat equity pays off."
4 minute read

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How I Made Office Managing Partner: 'Strive to Be a Servant Leader,' Says Steve Osborn of Mintz

"I would say, strive to be a servant leader. As I see it, our people in San Francisco do not work for me, I work for them."
10 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'Get Involved in as Many Transactions as Possible,' Says Tristan Dollie of Brown Rudnick

"Get involved in as many transactions as possible. Take ownership of your work streams. Ask questions. If you do that, you'll automatically be a more valuable member of the team and more likely be on the right track for partnership. Also, try and develop your own network of contacts early. They don't need to be decision makers now, but they may be in the future."
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