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Are Your Practice Groups—and Their Leaders—Truly Empowered?

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Several colleagues were recently interviewing for a role as the head of Practice Group Management at a law firm. Some came from firms that I would describe as having empowered their practice group leaders—firms that were, in...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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#LMA25 Day 2 Keynote Recap: Forward Together – The Human Edge In An Era Of Rapid Change

Heather E. McGowan, a globally recognized future-of-work strategist and best-selling author, delivered a keynote that brought equal parts clarity, urgency, and inspiration to attendees of the Legal Marketing...more

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“Too Many Meetings” Isn’t the Problem — Inefficient Ones Are: How Law Firms Can Use The Way to Communicate Better and Save Time

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You’ve likely lived this scenario.  It’s Monday morning. You’ve got a deposition at 10, a court call at 2, and a mountain of emails to sift through. Your paralegal pokes her head in: “Hey, did anyone ever follow up on...more

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Turenna Ramirez Ortiz Highlights Her Journey of Empowerment in Mexico’s Legal Landscape

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Welcome to Holland & Knight's "Women in Leadership" video series. Throughout this series, we will shine a spotlight on the outstanding women within our firm, celebrating their achievements, stories and the powerful impact of...more

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4 Key Takeaways | Professionalism Panel: Views from the Bench and Bar

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Kilpatrick recently hosted the annual “Susan A. Cahoon Annual Ethics & Professionalism Seminar.” The firm’s Associate General Counsel Betsy Hodges moderated a panel discussion on professionalism titled “Views from the Bench...more

Copo Strategies + Law Firm Editorial Service

Want your thought leadership articles to be read? Spend more time on THIS

If you’re not nailing the introductions to your thought leadership articles, good luck getting your audience to stay long enough to skim, let alone read, your articles - Far too many professionals, including attorneys,...more

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Up Close: Baker Donelson Shareholders on Leaving a Legacy

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Reflecting on the distinguished careers of Sr. Counsels Craig Holden, Phillip Sharp, Pete Ezell, and Jan Hayden at Baker Donelson, it is apparent that their collective legacies transcend mere professional accomplishments....more

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Tips for Building a Legacy, Ten Minutes at a Time

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I have a confession to make. During my 28 years of practicing law, I never intentionally thought about "building a legacy." For me, the type of people who build legacies are trailblazers who endure great hardship and make...more

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How to Build a Legacy by Asking, "What's Next?"

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When I was asked to write about my legacy, my first reaction was, am I old enough for that? But then I thought about the hip replacement I had last year. I've been going through old files and boxes lately, finding things...more

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Baker's Dozen: What Does Leaving a Legacy Mean to You?

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What does it mean to leave a legacy? For some, it’s about mentorship and creating opportunities for those who follow. For others, it’s about building relationships, shaping a culture of inclusion, or making a lasting impact...more

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Accountability vs. Autonomy – Is That Really the Question?

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Law firms often struggle with accountability. At its core, accountability means taking responsibility for one’s commitments, a concept that should align naturally with the legal profession’s values. Yet, in many firms, the...more

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7 Key Takeaways | Dynamic Thinking for an Interpersonal Edge Roundtable Discussion Series for Legal and Business Professionals |...

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On January 9, 2025, Joe Dowdy (Raleigh Partner) and Colleen Bear (Senior Manager Talent Management and Coach) hosted the first of Kilpatrick’s monthly virtual roundtable discussions with in-house counsel to develop strategies...more

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Where Do You Want to Be in Five Years? Building The Career You Deserve

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Ten years into my career, someone asked me a pivotal question that completely reframed how I thought about work and professional development: "Where do you see yourself in five years?" I had no answer. My focus was locked on...more

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Your $400,000 Minute: Mastering the True Value of Time

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In a world where time is the one resource we can’t reclaim, understanding its true value is transformative. Imagine this: your time is worth $400,000 per minute. What would change in your life if you adopted this mindset?...more

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3 Key Steps to Creating a Champion’s Mindset

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Every outstanding attorney I work with (and believe me, they are all outstanding attorneys) is challenged by one basic thing: their mindset. That’s the value of a coach; I don’t get bogged down in the story my clients tell...more

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A Resolution for the New Year (in Law Firm Leadership…)

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It’s the start of a new year… Do you know what your lawyers are thinking? What a silly question, right? Of course we know! We just finished another (pretty) good year and our partners mostly earned what we told them to...more

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Common Ground: Finding Unity Through Shared Journeys

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Our "Common Ground" series this year has highlighted the unexpected similarities between colleagues from different backgrounds, fostering a unique connection across diverse experiences and perspectives. Through conversations...more

McGlinchey Stafford

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

NAM (National Arbitration and Mediation)

What Makes a Legacy?

At the 2024 Women's Bar Association of the State of New York's (“WBASNY”) annual Convention, during the Installation Ceremony of President Marea L. Wachsman, several friends and colleagues were invited to say a few words....more

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Lessons for Maintaining Work & Life Harmony I Learned During the Pandemic

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Returning to work after maternity leave at the start of a global pandemic, =  new fear unlocked.  Said completely unprecedented pandemic, plus a 3-month-old, a 5-year-old who would now also become my part-time co-worker &...more

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Some Thoughts on Hiking and Lawyering and Gratitude for the Same

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Last September I was on a Sandia Mountain hike with a friend who had not hiked this, or any other, mountain in over a decade. Because I like this person and did not want him to collapse in a place where mountain rescues are...more

Hsu Untied (by Richard Hsu)

Hsu Untied interview with Lisa Zang, Partner at Wilson Sonsini

An interview with Lisa Zang, Partner at Wilson Sonsini by Richard Hsu...more

Wolf, Greenfield & Sacks, P.C.

Diversity & Inclusion Employee Spotlight: Helen Bruno

We are pleased to spotlight Helen Bruno this month! Helen is a Paralegal/Administrator in the Trademark & Copyright Practice and works remotely from Florida....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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