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How I Made Partner: 'There's No Substitute for Hard Work and a Genuine Desire to Improve,' Says Justin Hawal of DiCello Levitt

"There's no substitute for hard work and a genuine desire to improve. While it may not seem like it at times, the sweat equity pays off."
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How I Made Office Managing Partner: 'Strive to Be a Servant Leader,' Says Steve Osborn of Mintz

"I would say, strive to be a servant leader. As I see it, our people in San Francisco do not work for me, I work for them."
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How I Made Partner: 'Get Involved in as Many Transactions as Possible,' Says Tristan Dollie of Brown Rudnick

"Get involved in as many transactions as possible. Take ownership of your work streams. Ask questions. If you do that, you'll automatically be a more valuable member of the team and more likely be on the right track for partnership. Also, try and develop your own network of contacts early. They don't need to be decision makers now, but they may be in the future."
4 minute read

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How We Made Practice Group Chair: 'Leadership Starts Without Titles, and It Doesn't Depend on Them,' Say Linda Coberly & Tom Melsheimer of Winston & Strawn

"Leadership starts without titles, and it doesn't depend on them. It may start with reaching out to colleagues, recognizing their efforts, and holding them up. It also requires deep engagement—rolling up your sleeves and doing whatever is needed."
9 minute read

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How I Made Practice Group Chair: 'It's Critical to Be a Team Player and to Put People in Position to Succeed,' Says Adam Levin of Hogan Lovells

"I think it's critical to be a team player and to put people in position to succeed."
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How I Made Office Managing Partner: 'If You Are Aware of Areas for Improvement and You Can Play a Role in That, Speak Up,' Says Jennifer Mellott of Freshfields

"My best piece of advice is to not shy away from getting involved with conflict or offering to improve something that you know could be done better. If you are aware of areas for improvement and you can play a role in that, speak up."
8 minute read

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How I Made Law Firm Leadership: 'Develop Client Service Skills That Set You Apart,' Says Randall Rueth of Marshall Gerstein

"First and foremost, focus on improving your skills and being the best attorney you can be. Develop client service skills that set you apart. These are foundational, and opportunities for leadership and management will come in time."
6 minute read

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How I Made Law Firm Leadership: 'Cultivate Strong Relationships With Your Colleagues,' Meredith Lees of RumbergerKirk

"Being an effective firm leader requires a willingness to learn about the business of the firm and its people. In addition, accept leadership roles on committees and make an impact on those committees. Most importantly, contribute positively to the firm culture and cultivate strong relationships with your colleagues."
4 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'Soak Up as Much Knowledge and Experience as You Can,' Says Sophia Agathis of Seward & Kissel

"Make it known that you want to make partner, and make yourself indispensable to key partners, so that they know losing you would hurt. To get to that point, you have to be a sponge and soak up as much knowledge and experience as you can."
7 minute read

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How I Made Partner: 'Don't Be Afraid to Step Outside of Your Comfort Zone,' Says Evan Hill of Skadden

"Be proactive, curious and highly responsive. Focus on how you can be most effective and contribute to the team. Seize opportunities to present and lead calls or meetings, starting with discrete items that you have mastered. Do not be afraid to step outside of your comfort zone and take risks."
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