When dealing with firm staff, partners, clients and even opposing counsel, new associates can go far by being themselves — assuming that their true selves are indeed decent people with basic manners, a sense of humor and a bit of patience. Here are a few tips on remaining authentic while communicating effectively with various constituencies.
• Partners : As an associate, keeping partners happy is — or at least should be — the No. 1 priority. Without their approval, new lawyers might well be out of a job. Until associates develop to the point that they have their own clients, the partners fill that role.
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