Nancy Shane Rappaport partner with DLA Piper. Nancy Shane Rappaport partner with DLA Piper.

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Nancy Shane Rappaport, DLA Piper

Throughout her career, Rappaport has observed differences in how women associates present themselves and how they are perceived in various roles compared to their male counterparts in the firm. Determined to make a change, she spoke with her female partners about creating opportunities within the LAW platform to strengthen their communication, marketing and presentation skills and maximize their talents and techniques. As a result, Rappaport, along with other Philadelphia-based female partners, created a professional development program for female associates. Partners present on various topics, including communication skills, self- and cross-promotion, career planning, advocacy and branding.