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How I Made Partner: 'My Drive and Determination and Commitment to the Success of Junior Attorneys,' Says Simone Jones of Sidley Austin

'Take control of your career, define your brand, and never let others create your narrative.'
11 minute read

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How I Made It to Firmwide Litigation Chair: 'My Success in Leadership Roles and My Experience as a Tenacious Advocate for Clients,' Says Cathleen Devlin, Saul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr

"Never feel like you have no choice but to go it alone. Relying on others is not a sign of weakness—it's an enormously valuable tool to help restore and preserve your focus, perspective, strength and sanity."
8 minute read

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How I Made It: I Gained an Understanding of the Inner Workings of a Company and the Levers of Influence Needed to Make Big Decisions,' Says Christine Wong of Morrison & Foerster

"Don't undersell yourself or second guess your leadership abilities, and find ways for key stakeholders to advocate for you."
5 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'What Is Crystal Clear Is How Important It Is to Build a Sense of Team With a Collective Goal,' Says Christina Beharry of Foley Hoag

"Self-advocacy and taking ownership of one's career are vital for career advancement."
7 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'My Ability to Read Others and the Situation—and Then Find a Solution,' Says Phil Harris of Holland & Hart

'Find balance in taking full advantage of these current opportunities while also planning for the future—but don't let one impair the other.'
8 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'Being Friendly, Reliable and Delivering Consistent Financial Results,' Says James Ray of Munsch Hardt

"No one cares how much you know until they know how much you care. Demonstrating that you care about people, their families, and their work will let them know that you are truly invested in them."
6 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'Always Be Available. Be Responsive. And Pay Attention to Detail,' Says Jennie Simmons of Locke Lord

"Technical skills can be taught and will come with time, but good work ethic and a positive attitude are hard to beat."
5 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'You Want to Be Someone That Partners Can Count On,' Says Scheherazade Wasty of Epstein Becker & Green

'Check in every so often with your mentor or partner that you work with to make sure you are on track.'
7 minute read

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How I Made Chief Operating Officer in a Law Firm: 'Keep Your Head in the Game and Don't Lose Sight of the Bigger Picture,' Says Jessica Pavlik of Berger Singerman

"Good things don't happen to those who wait, it happens to those who give life their best."
7 minute read

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How I Made It to Firm Managing Director: 'Be in Touch With Your People and Establish That You're Someone Who Listens to a Range of Perspectives,' Says Erin Webber of Littler Mendelson

"Pursue leadership opportunities and experiences at all levels with various people."
10 minute read

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