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How I Made Partner: Don't 'Over-Promise and Under-Deliver,' Says Amy E. Sparrow of Stradley Ronon

"It is better to be transparent about time commitments on other work and set realistic expectations."
4 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'Play to Your Strengths,' Says Quinten Wilson of Morris, Manning &; Martin

"Successful law firms need a lot of different skill sets and the goal is that associates become partners and continue their growth with the firm for a long time."
6 minute read

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How I Made Law Firm Leadership: 'Always Remain Client-Focused,' Says Laura Reathaford of Lathrop GPM

"Remind yourself every day that you have a career because clients trust you with their legal work. Advancing your career is only a small part of the success equation; serving your clients selflessly will keep you busy for the rest of your life."
5 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'Take the Time and Effort to Go That Extra Mile,' Says RuiHui 'Rachel' Yu of Sullivan & Cromwell

"Our job can often be very high stress, but slowing down and being in the moment—whether it's a really crazy deal or a challenge in your personal life—can offer a learning opportunity and some perspective."
8 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'Be Yourself and Listen to Your Gut Instinct,' Says Locke Lord's Kirsty Harrower

"Learning to manage difficult situations will be key to building your confidence and engendering a 'can do' attitude."
4 minute read

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How I Made Office Managing Partner: 'Use Your Sphere of Influence to Help Others,' Says Sakina Rasheed Foster of Haynes and Boone

"As a young lawyer, I thought a job title is what gave people the ability to drive change or lead an initiative. But I learned that true leadership is not tied to a title. It is tied to stepping up and helping your team achieve a goal, building trust through mutual respect and treating others with dignity."
8 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'Take Every Opportunity Early On to Try Many Different Practice Areas,' Says Ryan Judd of Turner Padget Graham & Laney

I was afforded some tremendous opportunities early on to learn and gain experience alongside some great mentors, which has made all the difference.
3 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'Approach Every Day With a Sense of Urgency,' Says Jason Outlaw of Alston & Bird

"No matter the size of the problem at hand, I refuse to mail it in."
5 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'A Leader Within a Firm Is Someone Who Goes Out of Their Way To Help Others in Their Team,' Says Andrew S. Ulmer of Pfau Cochran Vertetis Amala

"Don't be afraid to try something and fail; you will still have unlimited opportunities to make your career work out."
7 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'Figure Out Who's Going to Vouch For You to Join the Partnership,' Says Daniel Kiang of Knobbe Martens

"You'll be counting on the partners who are closest to you to convince everyone else why they should invite you into the partnership. Go above and beyond to make sure that those partners trust your work and value you as a member of their team."
7 minute read

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