January 22, 2025 | Law.com
How I Made Office Managing Partner: 'Be Open to Opportunities, Ready to Seize Them When They Arise,' Says Lara Shortz of Michelman & Robinson"The best advice I can offer to someone aspiring to lead an office is to be open to opportunities and ready to seize them when they arise. It’s impossible to rise to the occasion when hesitant or shy about stepping forward. Leadership often comes to those who aren’t afraid to take the initiative and embrace new challenges, even when they’re outside their comfort zone."
By ALM Staff
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January 21, 2025 | New York Law Journal
Legal Community Luminaries Honored at New York State Bar Association’s Annual MeetingThe State Bar's annual meeting was held Jan. 14-17 at the New York Hilton Midtown in Manhattan.
By ALM Staff
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January 21, 2025 | Law.com
The Week in Data Jan. 21: A Look at Legal Industry Trends by the NumbersCatch up on data and insights from across the Law.com Newsroom, including the results of Law.com's annual Managing Partner Survey.
By ALM Staff
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January 21, 2025 | The Legal Intelligencer
Cohen Seglias Leader Discusses Growing From Construction Practice into Full-Service Law FirmMidsize firm Cohen Seglias Pallas Greenhall & Furman has relied on strategic and intentional growth to expand beyond its construction law roots.
By ALM Staff
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January 21, 2025 | New York Law Journal
Decision of the Day: Judge Rules Brutality Claims Against Hudson Valley Police Officer to Proceed to TrialThis ruling was selected and summarized by the New York Law Journal's decision editors.
By ALM Staff
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January 17, 2025 | Pro Mid Market
How Cohen Seglias Started With a Construction Practice and Turned It Into a Full-Service Law FirmMidsize firm Cohen Seglias Pallas Greenhall & Furman has relied on strategic and intentional growth to expand beyond its construction law roots.
By ALM Staff
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January 17, 2025 | Law.com
How I Made Partner: 'Your Coworkers Are One of the Most Valuable Assets You Have,' Says Laurel Roglen of Ballard Spahr"If you’re in the right workplace, you’re part of a team. Everyone you’ll work with should want to see you succeed, and hard work will be recognized. Take every opportunity to challenge and better yourself, and remember that your coworkers are one of the most valuable assets you have."
By ALM Staff
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January 15, 2025 | Law.com
How I Made Office Managing Partner: 'Stay Focused on Building Strong Relationships,' Says Joseph Yaffe of Skadden"Stay focused on building strong relationships—both with your colleagues and clients. Leadership isn’t just about delivering results; it’s about understanding people, empowering your team, and fostering an environment where everyone can thrive. Be curious and take the initiative to learn beyond your immediate responsibilities."
By ALM Staff
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January 14, 2025 | The Legal Intelligencer
Special Section: 2025 Alternative Dispute ResolutionIn The Legal's Alternative Dispute Resolution special section, read about browsewrap arbitration agreements, tips to break a mediation deadlock and some mistakes parties make at mediation.
By ALM Staff
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January 13, 2025 | New York Law Journal
Decision of the Day: NYPD Officer's Sexual Assault of Informant Occurred Outside Scope of EmploymentThis ruling was selected and summarized by the New York Law Journal's decision editors.
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