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How I Made Chief DEI Officer and Principal: 'The Key to Success for Me Is Being Open to Defining and Redefining What Success Looks Like,' Says Kimya Johnson of Jackson Lewis

'Seek to understand what being a member of firm leadership involves from those who are currently holding those positions and seek to understand what the written and unwritten paths are for attaining the roles.'
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How I Made It to Law Firm Leadership: 'Create a Supportive Culture Where People Feel Safe to Share Opinions,' Says Jessica Hough of Skadden

'Be patient. Business does not magically appear after you meet someone or make the ask once. It takes time to build a relationship to the point where someone feels comfortable turning to you as a trusted adviser.'
6 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'I Had Sponsors That Demystified the Path and Made Partnership Achievable,' Says Sepideh Mousakhani of Cooley

"The best thing you can do for others as you ascend the mountain is make sure that you are carrying others with you along the way."
7 minute read

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How I Made Practice Group Leader: 'I Spend Time Making Sure Every Team Member Is Positioned to Succeed,' Says Franca Harris Gutierrez of WilmerHale

"Fully know your subject area. Only then can you mentor and manage others."
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How I Made Partner and Head of The Real Estate Finance Group: 'Be Flexible and Take Challenges When They Arise,' Says Bonnie Neuman of Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft

"Keep an open mind. Soak up everything you can from those around you and work on forming the relationships from day one."
8 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'Always Be Genuine, Even If It Is on an Awkward Zoom Call,' Says Camille Bryant of McGlinchey Stafford

"Where you start your career is not necessarily where you end your career; my advice is to be open to new challenges, jump in to help whenever you can."
6 minute read

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How I Made It: Advice on Mentoring the Next Generation of Law Firm Leaders

Seven Benefits of Being a Mentor Giving what is given to you isn't just a noble concept. There are tangible benefits in the mentoring relationship,…
3 minute read

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How I Made Real Estate Partner and Co-Chair: 'I Earned the Trust of Clients and Partners,' Says Michelle McAtee of Jenner & Block

"Motherhood has actually made me better, as the balancing act that is needed with kids is similar to the one needed to manage a full plate of transactions."
6 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'By Developing Relationships and Educating Clients,' Says Daniel Michaelson of Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel

"Work for a person or group that believes in you. Having someone in leadership that recognizes the hard work, supports your development and advocates for you is invaluable."
5 minute read

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How I Made Real Estate Partner: 'Firms Want Attorneys Who Are Entrepreneurial,' Says Mindy Stern of Schwartz Sladkus Reich Greenberg Atlas

"Network strategically, making sure people you believe you can help know, like, trust and remember you. And above all, have fun doing it."
6 minute read

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