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How I Made Partner: 'Have Solid Reasons for Why Your Firm Should Make You a Partner, or Why They Can't Risk That You Leave the Firm,' Says Megan LaDriere White, Baker Botts

"To lean into what makes you different. Being my authentic self and using my voice has made the difference."
7 minute read

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How I Made Equity Partner: 'The Practice of Law Doesn't Have to Be a Race,' Says Jodi Furr Colton of Brinkley Morgan

"Balance, flexibility, creativity. 2022 is an important transition year for the entire legal profession as we all reconsider what works, what doesn't, and how to do it better."
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How I Made It to Managing Partner: 'Show Up and Pay Attention,' Says Michael Hurley Jr. of Cassin & Cassin

"Being a leader is about making others better; it's not about being the best – it's about making those around you better."
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How I Made Partner: 'As a Partner, It's Critical to Be Able to Empower Associates to Take a Lead Role on Transactions,' Says Scott Herrig of Davis Polk & Wardwell

"It's important for associates to find a true partner mentor and to have an open dialogue with her or him about career goals, including the desire to be promoted."
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How I Made It to Law Firm Leadership: 'Have a Steadfast Commitment to Promoting an Objective and Inclusive Dialogue,' Says Laura Masurovsky of Finnegan

"Volunteer to work on projects or panels that interest you, don't be afraid to try different activities or take on leadership roles."
5 minute read

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How I Made Practice Group Co-Chair: 'I Gained the Trust of the Attorneys in My Practice Group,' Says Haima Marlier of Morrison & Foerster

"Listen and then listen again. Then advocate for what is best for the group, versus any one individual."
4 minute read

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How I Made Practice Group Co-Chair: 'I Am Good at Building Relationships With Colleagues in Various Offices,' Says Daniel L. Zelenko of Crowell & Moring

    Daniel L. Zelenko, 50, Crowell & Moring, New York. Job Title & Practice Area: Partner, co-chair of White Collar & Regulatory…
4 minute read

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How to Make It: Master Business Development—the Three Keys to Open Doors and Opportunities

The Three Keys to Business Development Every firm attorney from the newest associate to the CEO knows that the lifeblood of a firm is developing new…
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How I Made Office Managing Partner: 'I Made It a Priority to Maintain Our Collegial and Service-Oriented Culture,' Says Nicky Jatana of Jackson Lewis

'Be responsive to business and workplace-related needs is even more crucial now than it used to be. Issues arise quickly, and your team needs to know that they can rely on you.'
5 minute read

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How I Made It to Law Firm Leadership: 'A Successful Firm Leader Has to Learn How to Embrace Change,' Says Daljit S. Doogal of Foley & Lardner

"Don't aspire to ascend to leadership. Leadership finds good people, people don't find leadership positions. You have to earn leadership."
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