Tell us about your biggest client wins this year. For many attorneys, "wins" are equated with big recoveries. But obtaining these outcomes requires a deeper understanding of the law regarding the right issues to raise and the right moments to raise them. In that sense, wins this year include overcoming motions to compel secret proceedings in arbitration, successfully challenging claims of privilege and bringing key documents to light, and beating motions to dismiss claims against pharmaceuticals responsible for keeping prescription drug prices sky-high. Our clients are getting their day in court, and our firm is privileged to represent them.

What's the best lesson you learned as a young lawyer? Always put yourself in the driver's seat of your own personal and professional successes.

What's been the most significant change in your practice area, and how have you adjusted? The field has become increasingly diverse, especially in positions of leadership. Our firm has matched this trend.

Share an interesting fact about your firm that few know. The firm places a strong emphasis on building team chemistry through our work in complex litigation rather than team-building events.

Submitted by Dena Sharp, Girard Sharp partner.