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How I Made Partner: 'My Client Service Focus and Team-Oriented Nature,' Says Noah Kressler of Baker Donelson

The key to business development, for me, is to always wow the client. That means ultimately focusing on doing great work for them, but also working hard to be their trusted adviser.
6 minute read

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How I Made Practice Group Chair: 'Making Connections With the Right People,' Says George Chaclas of Day Pitney

"You need to be in the trenches with your clients and understand what makes them excited. If you can do that while exceeding expectations, strong lasting relationships can be formed."
4 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'I Developed "Partner" Skills,' Says Sabrina Wang of Knobbe Martens

Knowing how to promote yourself is just as important as doing all the great work.
8 minute read

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How I Made Practice Group Chair: 'Make Your Clients Happy Today and Also Plan for the Future,' Says Barbara Grayson of Willkie Farr & Gallagher

"Aim for composed brilliance, always be trustworthy and make sure your advice is aligned with your client's strategic goals."
5 minute read

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How I Made It to Firm Leadership: 'Focus on the Big Picture and Proactive Planning,' Says Alison Grounds of Troutman Pepper eMerge

Take the initiative to address an unmet need – for the firm, your practice group, your office, your peer group – whatever that may be
10 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'I Reached a Point Where I Could Contribute to the Firm's Business,' Says Cali Cope-Kasten of Wilkinson Stekloff

To make partner, you don't have to be the person with tons of connections or who brings in a big client or who is the loudest voice in the room. You do need to be someone that clients and partners feel they can trust to exercise terrific judgment at all times.
9 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'I'm a Dedicated Lawyer and Team Player,' Says Rachel Groshong of Stoel Rives

"I want to be known as an attorney who is ethical. I want people to like litigating against me because I follow through on my commitments and they can make agreements with me and know they will stand."
14 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'I Showed "Grace Under Pressure" That Impressed Clients and My Colleagues,' Says M. Kaylan Dunn of Hunton Andrews Kurth

"Everyone has lives and pressures outside of work. Don't be afraid to set boundaries because of them."
7 minute read

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How to Make It: Choosing the Right Law Firm to Build Your Career

Today's young professionals tend to think it's not where you land but what destination you've chosen.
3 minute read

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How I Made Law Firm Chief Talent, Diversity & Inclusion Leader: 'Find Your Voice. Be Authentically You, and Be Persistent,' Says Shalanna Pirtle of Parker Poe

"Life is too short to not take control of your life and your destiny."
9 minute read

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