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How I Made Office Managing Partner: 'Leadership Positions Enabled Me to Appreciate a Broad Range of Perspectives,' Says Debra Bogo-Ernst of Mayer Brown

"Work hard, but find time for fun, too. I believe that hard work produces success, but people also should find time to do what makes them happy."
3 minute read

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How I Made Practice Group Chair: 'As a Lawyer, I Have Always Been User-Friendly,' Says Wayne Dennison of Brown Rudnick

"Work-life balance is a cycle that we must engage in continuously as our circumstances and priorities evolve."
4 minute read

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How I Made Office Managing Partner: 'I Knew the Firm and Understood the Importance of Global Collaboration,' Says Jorge Diaz-Silveira of Hogan Lovells

"Take the time to establish and nurture relationships with your peers and do not be afraid to occasionally appreciate your successes."
6 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'My Ability to Deliver Those Solutions Was Recognized,' Says Kate Basmagian of Lowenstein Sandler

"You never know how one project or connection may open the door to another."
7 minute read

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How I Made Office Co-Managing Partner: 'A Combination of Business Acumen, Client Relationships and a Commitment to the Firm,' Says Ramona Nee of Weil Gotshal & Manges

Advocate for others early and often. Advocate for yourself too—don't be passive.
6 minute read

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How to Make It: 5 Legal Careers for the Nonlawyer

The legal job market is thriving—and not just for lawyers.
3 minute read

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How I Made Office Managing Partner: 'Being Light on Ego and Heavy on Collaboration,' Says Ama Adams, of Ropes & Gray

"There will be many phases to your career, and not every phase will be what you expect or want. Take each phase as they come, and do not be afraid to recalibrate."
7 minute read

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How I Made Practice Group Co-Chair: 'Find a Way to Differentiate Yourself,' Says Christopher Gorman of Duval & Stachenfeld

"What clients really value and want is someone who understands their goals."
7 minute read

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How I Started My Own Law Firm: 'The Decision Was the Perfect Career Move for Me at This Stage of My Life,' Says Virginia Hinrichs McMichael of Appellate Law Group

"Running a business is very different from practicing law. To be successful, a lawyer must be willing to accept some risk and learn new things."
5 minute read

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How I Made Office Managing Partner: 'I Have Built Great Connections and Can Work With Different Personality Types,' Says Kristi Blackwell of Tyson & Mendes

"Be present. Cherish each moment. Take time to celebrate the wins!"
4 minute read

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