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Your Law Career Is a House of Cards Without a Book of Business

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Let me tell you a truth that will make every partner at your firm uncomfortable: if you don't have a book of business, you don't have a career. You have a job. And jobs disappear. I've watched brilliant lawyers get shown the...more

Jaburg Wilk

Elevate Everyone You Encounter

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I had coffee with a managing partner last week who made an observation that stuck with me. He said he could predict which attorneys in his firm would become rainmakers by watching how they treated the receptionist, the...more

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The Untapped Power of Law Firm Alumni Programs

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In an era where relationships drive business, law firms are increasingly recognizing the strategic value of alumni programs, not just as a goodwill gesture, but as a powerful engine for growth, brand loyalty, and revenue...more

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Every Experience is an Audition for Your Future

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As an attorney, I often focus on the immediate task at hand – reviewing the revised document from opposing counsel, the brief due next week, the client meeting tomorrow, or the upcoming deposition. Over time I’ve learned that...more

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Why Every Big Firm Lawyer Should Consider Going Solo (And Why Firms Should Welcome This)

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The legal profession is experiencing a quiet revolution, and most law firms are completely unprepared for what's coming. While Big Law partners obsess over billable hours and corner offices, a new generation of lawyers is...more

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[Ongoing Program] The Way to Your Own Law Firm - Session 3: Money - May 14th, 7:00 pm ET

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Own Your Practice, Own Your Success - Ready to launch your own law firm? Join our free, three-session course, break free and build the law firm you’ve always wanted. The Way to Your Own Law Firm - You became a...more

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Navigating Generational Friction in Law Firms 

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In May of 2023, I (Mike) tried to raise awareness of the challenges of navigating generational changes by focusing on the impact on partner compensation… The post Navigating Generational Friction in Law Firms  appeared first...more

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[Ongoing Program] The Way to Your Own Law Firm - Session 2: Acquiring Clients - May 7th, 7:00 pm ET

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Own Your Practice, Own Your Success - Ready to launch your own law firm? Join our free, three-session course, break free and build the law firm you’ve always wanted. The Way to Your Own Law Firm - You became a...more

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[Ongoing Program] The Way to Your Own Law Firm - Session 1: Nuts & Bolts - April 23rd, 7:00 pm ET

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Own Your Practice, Own Your Success - Ready to launch your own law firm? Join our free, three-session course, break free and build the law firm you’ve always wanted. The Way to Your Own Law Firm - You became a lawyer to...more

Bailey & Glasser, LLP

The Punk Rock Principle

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As lawyers, we’re taught to prioritize precision, intellect, and ambition. These traits help us succeed, but they can also become strict taskmasters. The relentless grind — especially for those of us operating under the...more

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Try To Be Better Every Day

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Let me tell you something straight – mediocrity is a choice, and excellence is a habit. I’ve spent my career watching companies rise and fall, and the one constant separator between success and failure is the relentless...more

Miles Mediation & Arbitration

Why Wait When You Can Mediate?

Nearly anyone can mediate, but too many professionals wait until the end of their legal practice to pursue a career in alternative dispute resolution (ADR) when they can really start right now. You don’t necessarily need...more

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The 2024 Version of Why It’s Time For an Annual Checkup For You and, If You Have One, Your Company

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Beginning in 2014, many of you probably read my blog regarding having a checkup for you and, if you have one, your business. This does not involve the doctor, but it does involve all the other professionals in your personal...more

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Podcast: #WhyMcGlinchey, Lateral to Leadership with Chris Bottcher [More with McGlinchey, Ep. 76]

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The path to partnership looks different for every lawyer. During today’s installment of #WhyMcGlinchey, we talk with Chris Bottcher about why he has chosen to grow his career here at McGlinchey....more

Hsu Untied (by Richard Hsu)

Hsu Untied interview with Kristin Havranek, Partner at Goodwin

An interview with Kristin Havranek, Partner at Goodwin by Richard Hsu...more

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Hsu Untied interview with Victoria Smith, Partner at Squire Patton Boggs

An interview with Victoria Smith, Partner at Squire Patton Boggs by Richard Hsu...more

International Lawyers Network

Adapting Networking Strategies for the Post-Pandemic Era

The landscape of networking has shifted significantly in recent years, driven in large part by the pandemic. This period has accelerated changes that were already underway, such as the rise of virtual meetings, remote work,...more

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Turenna Ramirez Ortiz Shares Her Journey as One of Mexico's First Female Managing Partners

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Holland & Knight's Diversity Council and Hispanic Affinity Group are proud to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and pay tribute to the generations of Hispanics who have enriched America's history and continue to play a role...more

International Lawyers Network

Supercharge Your Networking with Social Media: A Lawyer’s Guide

Whether you’re confident in your social media skills or still think it’s something “the kids use,” social media can give your networking efforts a significant boost. Social media is just one tactic in your toolbelt, and how...more

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Hsu Untied interview with Ali Alemozafar, Partner at Wilson Sonsini

An interview with Ali Alemozafar, Partner at Wilson Sonsini by Richard Hsu...more

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Hsu Untied interview with Derek Foran, Partner at Steptoe

An interview with Derek Foran, Partner at Steptoe by Richard Hsu...more

Stotler Hayes Group, LLC

How My Childhood Occupational Goals Came Together in a Career Managing a Law Firm.

When asked, “Did you always know you were going to be a lawyer?” I say no, and really, no, because I had varying other career plans that looked nothing like being an attorney, but indeed have shown up in serendipitous ways. ...more

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Hsu Untied interview with Emily Kapur, Partner at Quinn Emanuel

An interview with Emily Kapur, Partner at Quinn Emanuel by Richard Hsu...more

International Lawyers Network

Essential Soft Skills for Modern Lawyers: Navigating the Legal Landscape

As the legal landscape evolves, mastering soft skills alongside legal expertise is crucial for success. While the industry continues to change, certain foundational skills remain essential for lawyers at every career stage....more

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Hsu Untied interview with Bradley Krack, Partner at Gunderson Dettmer

An interview with Bradley Krack, Partner at Gunderson Dettmer by Richard Hsu...more

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