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The American Lawyer

On Polarizing Issues, Internal Division Threatens Firms More Than External Criticism

Big Law firms are seldom absorbed with the opinions of politicians and activists, but unavoidable issues like election fraud, gun violence, and reproductive rights could drag them into the melee.
5 minute read

Law.com

How I Made Partner: 'I Reached a Point Where I Could Contribute to the Firm's Business,' Says Cali Cope-Kasten of Wilkinson Stekloff

To make partner, you don't have to be the person with tons of connections or who brings in a big client or who is the loudest voice in the room. You do need to be someone that clients and partners feel they can trust to exercise terrific judgment at all times.
9 minute read

Law.com

How to Make It: Choosing the Right Law Firm to Build Your Career

Today's young professionals tend to think it's not where you land but what destination you've chosen.
3 minute read

Law.com

How I Made Partner: 'Having Subject-Area Expertise Allowed Me to Stand Out,' Says Samantha Hynes of Sullivan & Cromwell

"The most satisfied and successful lawyers I know are the ones that proactively seek out matters that they will enjoy."
8 minute read

Law.com

How To Make It: How to Build Internal Business Development and Leverage Opportunities

Internal business development can be more important than external business development.
3 minute read

Law.com

How I Made Partner: 'I Worked to Make Authentic Connections With Partners Across Offices,' Says Avia M. Dunn of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom

Once you find an area of law that interests you, find external organizations early in your career to join to broaden your perspective and network within that field.
7 minute read

Law.com

How I Made It to Law Firm Leadership: 'As a Leader, You Need to Be in "Open Eyes and Open Ears" Mode at All Times,' Says Sylvie Gallage-Alwis of Signature Litigation

You should not just think about how to ascend to firm leadership. You should think about the type of leader you want to be.
13 minute read

Law.com

Ohio Bar May Drop Question About Mental Disorder From Character and Fitness Application

The Ohio bar may drop the question about mental health status from its character and fitness application, in part due to a law student petitioning the state Supreme Court to do so.
4 minute read

Law.com

How I Made Partner: 'Have Solid Reasons for Why Your Firm Should Make You a Partner, or Why They Can't Risk That You Leave the Firm,' Says Megan LaDriere White, Baker Botts

"To lean into what makes you different. Being my authentic self and using my voice has made the difference."
7 minute read

Corporate Counsel

In-House Lawyers React to 'Roe' Reversal as Many Companies Stay Quiet

"If I were a general counsel today, I would think twice about speaking out on this issue simply because of the potential ramifications for the company," said Rob Chesnut, a former GC and ethics chief for Airbnb.
4 minute read

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