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How I Made Office Managing Partner: 'Stay True to Yourself, and Things Will Work Out to Your Benefit,' Says Stuart Sostmann of Marshall Dennehey

"When I was a younger attorney, I displayed arrogance at times to cover up various insecurities. My advice would be to stay true to yourself, and things will work out to your benefit."
6 minute read

The American Lawyer

A Q&A with Sidley Austin's London Leader

After being named International Law Firm of the Year at the British Legal Awards, Sidley Austin's London head discusses what's behind firm success.
5 minute read

The Recorder

US Patent Innovators Can Look to International Trade Commission Enforcement for Protection, IP Lawyers Say

Knobbe Martens attorneys said that it's vital for U.S. patent owners to embrace options beyond federal court litigation to prevent overseas infringement, and it's likely to become more important as the second Trump administration—with its emphasis on domestic manufacturing and national security—prepares to take office.
8 minute read

International Edition

International Law Firm of the Year: A Q&A with Sidley Austin's London Managing Partner

Tom Thesing, Sidley Austin's London head, discusses what's behind Sidley's success after being crowned International Law Firm of the Year at the British Legal Awards.
5 minute read

Law.com

How I Made Law Firm Leadership: 'It’s Imperative That You Never Stop Learning,' Says Ian Ribald of Ballard Spahr

"Try to do every job in the businesses so you can understand different roles and perspectives, gain empathy, and understand what is needed to drive results. Listen to your peers and managers to learn the full scope of the business. Spend time with clients and mentors. It’s imperative that you never stop learning. The worst and most uncomfortable moments in my career have been the most professionally beneficial, because they put new experiences and skills in my toolbox. If you’re afraid to stick your neck out and take advantage of a new opportunity, you’ll stop growing and advancing as a professional, and that can be fatal."
8 minute read

National Law Journal

Zuckerman Spaeder Gets Ready to Move Offices in DC, Deploy AI Tools in 2025

Moving into a new office space in D.C. after two decades and deploying AI tools will be two of Zuckerman Spaeder's priorities next year, incoming sole chair Caroline Judge Mehta said in a recent interview.
5 minute read

Law.com

How I Made Practice Group Chair: 'It's Essential to Have a Clear Vision,' Says Matthew Carey of Marshall Gerstein

"To be an effective practice group leader, it's essential to have a clear vision, make sound decisions, and demonstrate expertise in addressing client needs, which enables us to effectively set group objectives and align our efforts with the firm’s broader strategy. Equally important are strong communication and collaboration skills to ensure team members are engaged in meaningful projects."
6 minute read

Law.com

How I Made Office Managing Partner: 'Be a Lawyer First, Foremost and Always,' Says Matthew McLaughlin of Venable

"Be a lawyer first, foremost, and always. Even if you are something of a general practitioner, find some area of expertise. You will not be able to lead as a manager if your colleagues do not respect your legal abilities. Keep your focus on practice development and skills development."
8 minute read

Litigation Daily

Litigation Leaders: Greenspoon Marder’s Beth-Ann Krimsky on What Makes Her Team ‘Prepared, Compassionate and Wicked Smart’

“The value of coming to a Greenspoon Marder lawyer is our attorneys handle cases from beginning to end and actually do go to trial.”
11 minute read

Law.com

How I Made Practice Group Chair: 'Be a Good Partner and Colleague,' Says Logan Drew of Robins Kaplan

"Be a good partner and colleague. Cultivate relationships with your colleagues, learn what they value and what makes them tick, and do what you can to help them get where they’re trying to go. It will help their practice, build trust, and ensure your practice group operates at its best. Knowing the business really well and having a successful practice are also important, of course, but I firmly believe the more human elements are the most important."
8 minute read

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