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How I Made Office Managing Partner: 'Be Willing to Say Yes to Any Opportunity,' Says Nicole M. Shaffer of Jackson Lewis

Be responsive, consistently produce high-quality work product, be approachable and provide outstanding client service, says Nicole Shaffer.
7 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'Avoid Impostor Syndrome,' Says Michael Mix of Morrison Cohen

"Try to be a 'thinking' associate. Instead of just doing the work that is assigned to you, try to spot issues and participate in strategic decisions."
6 minute read

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How I Made Practice Group Leader: 'Support Your Colleagues as People First, Then as Lawyers,' Says Douglas Dahl of Bass, Berry & Sims

A focus on excellence, but tempered with efficient problem-solving and an affinity toward relationships, both with colleagues and clients.
4 minute read

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How I Made It to Law Firm Leadership: 'Invest in Your Own Learning and Development,' Says Kate Broer of Dentons

"Invest in your own learning and development. Be curious. Ask key questions about the business of the firm and, in particular, learn how the money works."
5 minute read

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How I Made Practice Group Chair: 'Be a Culture Carrier and Reinforce the Values of Your Firm,' Says Audra Cohen of Sullivan & Cromwell

"Say yes to opportunities, even outside of your comfort zone."
6 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'Always Perform Your Best While Enjoying the Ride,' Says Laura Sinisterra of Debevoise & Plimpton

Always perform your best while enjoying the ride.
6 minute read

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How I Made It to Law Firm Leadership: 'Volunteer Early for Any and All Available Leadership Positions,' Says Michael J. Reeves of Trenam Law

You cannot always take a "scorched earth" approach to leading; ultimately you have to bring people together.
7 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'Mentors Have Made All of the Difference for Me,' Says Ramana Rameswaran of Katten

"It is easier to plant networking seeds early than to try to catch up later on in your career."
8 minute read

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How I Started My Own Law Firm: 'Don't Skimp on Technology,' Says Kathleen Holmes of Holmes Costin & Marcus

"By starting our own firm, we gained the flexibility to make changes easily, to identify and rectify mistakes quickly, and to create a culture that keeps us on top of our business with minimal administrative time."
8 minute read

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How I Made It to Law Firm Leadership: 'I Have a Passion for International Business Development From Both the Legal and Business Perspectives,' Says Noreen Weiss of Gunnercooke

"In a multinational business, to always think about the issues you face in the context of a global business, not just your own backyard."
6 minute read

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