By ALM Staff | August 21, 2024
"In the pro bono space, we often have to become adept at proving our own value to the firm, since we are not revenue generating practices."
By ALM Staff | August 19, 2024
"I believe you have to put yourself in the right position to take advantage of opportunities as they arise. By taking the right steps, developing community connections and, above all else, doing excellent substantive legal work, those connections and that hard work will foster career growth."
By ALM Staff | August 16, 2024
"I would advise young attorneys to enjoy the journey—take on every project you can and, in the process, learn as much as you can about the law, about your clients and about your own firm. I suspect you'll find it more enjoyable, and it will hold you in good stead wherever your path leads."
By ALM Staff | August 14, 2024
"The quality of your work and your attitude matters first and foremost. Be curious, do your own independent research before asking a question, and always ask yourself, 'How can I make this client's or partner's life easier?' With a good attitude, high quality of work and focus on client services, you will set yourself up for success."
By ALM Staff | August 12, 2024
"My advice is to keep betting on yourself against the odds. Eventually, someone else will bet on you too, and you will experience more and more wins."
By ALM Staff | August 7, 2024
"Try to listen to and learn from your colleagues. Be a mindful and considerate colleague, work on those relationships. They will make your career more rewarding."
By ALM Staff | August 5, 2024
"I would stress the importance of developing relationships with your partners and colleagues. While you also need to be able to anticipate changes in the business climate and the practice of law, it is critical to develop a team environment to be able to get everyone moving in the same direction."
By ALM Staff | August 2, 2024
"Most attorneys—myself included—could benefit from regularly checking their assumptions at the door."
By ALM Staff | July 31, 2024
"Identify needs at the firm, beyond the scope of your cases, and find ways to meet them. Also— and this should be a mantra—prepare, prepare, prepare. It's the not-so-secret secret sauce."
By ALM Staff | July 29, 2024
"Take ownership of your matters and your career: be proactive and take initiative; ask questions; issue spot and pose solutions; be inquisitive; listen to your clients' goals and concerns; lead by example; and be unrelenting."
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