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How I Made Partner: 'Ask Questions. Be a Student of Your Practice,' Says Kimberly Magrini of Ballard Spahr

"Volunteer for assignments that may be a little outside of your comfort zone to learn, and keep perspective."
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How I Made Practice Group Co-Chair: 'I Came Out of the Navy and JAG Corps With a Strong Sense of Purpose and Strong Management Training,' Says Mark Whitaker of Morrison & Foerster

"The best leaders are the ones who don't stay within the walls of the organization, and instead get outside and learn from others."
5 minute read

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How I Made It to Law Firm Leadership: 'Find Ways to Log Early Success and Remove Obstacles That Don't Serve a Valid Business Purpose,' Says Mark Carlson of Baker Donelson

"Invest more in helping others succeed. Their success will eventually find a way to come back to help you reach your goals."
4 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'Be the Type of Person That Others Enjoy Working With,' Says Lea Phillips of Ballard Spahr

"So much of our growth as lawyers come from the soft skills we learn in informal settings with clients and mentors."
5 minute read

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How I Made Managing Partner: 'My Colleagues Admired My Collaborative Approach,' Says Bob Bodian of Mintz

'I would tell my younger self to pursue what interests you and above all else, remain true to who you are. Be kind to others, don't be petty, and don't sweat the small stuff. And aim high.'
10 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'I Found Synergies With My Colleagues and Created Opportunities for Our Collective Success," Says Renee Zaytsev of Thompson Hine

"Don't be complacent. I spent way too long in the status quo because it was easy, not because it made me happy. Continuing to do something just because it's comfortable will rarely get you where you want to go—or will just make you miserable when you get there."
5 minute read

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How I Got Into Law School: 'Law Schools Want to Know You Are in It for the Long-Run,' Says Current 1L Amanda Rudolf

"I think that law schools want to know that you are in it for the long-run and that you are really dedicated to this career path," said Amanda Rudolf, current 1L at Fordham University School of Law.
4 minute read

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How I Made Office Co-Managing Partner: 'I Strive to Be Fair and Live by the Servant Leadership Philosophy,' Says Yosbel Ibarra of Greenberg Traurig

'My position is a privilege in service to the firm and understand that I do not have any authority beyond the respect I earn from my partners.'
6 minute read

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How I Made Firm Managing Partner: 'Strive to Be a Strong and Influential Mentor,' Says Sara Jane Shanahan of Sherin and Lodgen

"As the mother of two daughters, I am proud to have set an example of striving for excellence at work and remaining present and engaged in the daily lives of my kids."
4 minute read

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How I Made Law Firm Leader: 'You Become Like The People You Surround Yourself With, So Connect With Successful Role Models'

"Most successful leaders are continuously learning and willing to receive input from multiple and diverse sources before, during and after making decisions."
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