Firm Leadership, Law Firm Associates, Relationship Development

Sometimes Those Who Don’t Speak Have the Most To Say

Jaburg Wilk on 9/9/2024

Each of us is a part of a group in relation to our work. You are a part of the company where you work. And you are probably part of smaller formal groups comprised of you and co-workers, as well as part of other...more

Leadership Lessons I Learned from ABC's Lost

Baker Donelson on 9/5/2024

From 2004 through 2010, I was transfixed (and probably a little addicted) to the ABC hit show Lost. From the pilot episode, Ellen and I were hooked. You likely remember Lost, which is built around a commercial airline that...more

A Tale of Two Leaders: What Leadership Has Taught Me

Baker Donelson on 9/4/2024

Showcasing how leaders come in various shapes and sizes is the common thread throughout this issue. We interviewed two Baker Donelson women leaders – Martha Boyd, chair of the Firm's Labor & Employment Group, and Jennifer...more

What I Learned About Leadership This Summer

Baker Donelson on 9/3/2024

Each year, our Baker Women team makes a point to engage with our summer associates, particularly getting them involved in some of our signature projects, such as our leadership issue of Strive. For this article, we tasked...more

Overcoming Networking Challenges in a Hybrid World: Tips for Business Lawyers

International Lawyers Network on 9/3/2024

The shift to virtual and hybrid networking has brought both opportunities and challenges for business lawyers. While virtual connections can broaden your reach, they also come with unique difficulties, such as screen fatigue...more

What I Wish I Knew Then: Alvin Bragg

Pollock Cohen LLP on 8/6/2024

In "What I Wish I Knew Then: Alvin Bragg", the Manhattan district attorney reflects on his journey to become one of the highest-profile prosecutors in the United States. One of his shared insights is, "Sometimes, justice...more

Beyond Legal Advice: Understanding Your Clients for Better Service

International Lawyers Network on 7/31/2024

In today’s ever-evolving legal landscape, maintaining strong client relationships is more crucial than ever. Clients expect not only legal expertise but also personalized service, empathy, and a deep understanding of their...more

Communication Is Hard; Work to Improve How You Communicate Constructive Feedback

Jaburg Wilk on 7/22/2024

Many people sugarcoat what they say to save another’s feelings. I think this is because most people shy away from potentially confrontational conversations or don’t know how to effectively communicate something negative or...more

Do You Elevate the Performance of the People Around You or Only Your Own Results?

Jaburg Wilk on 4/22/2024

Elevating the performance of those around you versus solely focusing on your own results is a critical distinction in personal and professional development. When you prioritize lifting others, you contribute to a...more

Climbing the Legal Ladder: Career Insights Every Lawyer Needs to Succeed

International Lawyers Network on 4/4/2024

As April ushers in a new season, it’s the perfect time to reflect on our career journeys and seek inspiration for the road ahead. On our podcast, Law Firm ILN-telligence, we often delve into the pivotal lessons learned by...more

Dishwashers, Luggage Cake & Client Retention

International Lawyers Network on 3/20/2024

I’m on hold, listening to what I’m sure this company assured itself was jazzy music, while I try not to grind my teeth together. It has been four weeks since the dishwasher repairman was here to assure me that it would only...more

Responsiveness: The Overlooked Key to Building Successful Client Relationships in the Digital Age

International Lawyers Network on 3/5/2024

In today’s hyper-connected world, our devices keep us tethered to work even during off-hours. While taking breaks is crucial for well-being, being responsive remains a cornerstone of client and business relationships. Yet,...more

Unlocking Success: A Guide for Lawyers to Secure Referrals

DRI on 2/12/2024

Building a thriving practice often hinges on one crucial factor: referrals. Referrals not only bring in new clients but also serve as a testament to your credibility and expertise. Developing a robust referral network is a...more

[Event] Law Firm Leaders and Managing Partners Conference - November 14th - 15th, Austin, TX

DRI on 10/13/2023

Join the Law Practice Management Committee in Austin for a look at the new “Wild West” of issues facing law firm leaders in defense firms around the country. Law Firm Practice Management has entered a new frontier with...more

Strategic Relationship Marketing: Elevating Your Legal Practice in the Modern Era

International Lawyers Network on 9/12/2023

In today’s interconnected world, the concept of relationship marketing has become a cornerstone of success for lawyers seeking to expand their practice. If you’re already familiar with the power of cultivating connections or...more

Legal Ladder: Essential Career Lessons Every Lawyer Should Climb

International Lawyers Network on 8/8/2023

On our podcast, Law Firm ILN-telligence, one of my favorite questions to ask our guests is about the most important lesson that they’ve learned over their career. During the dog days of August, it can feel like a bit of a...more

Embracing Vulnerability: The Heart of Authentic Leadership

International Lawyers Network on 7/21/2023

Immediately, I feel like I’ve lost all of our senior lawyers with this title, but please do bear with me – I know you know I sometimes like to write “touchy-feely” posts and frankly, they’re necessary in the legal industry....more

The Lawyer Personalities That Make Up Joint Interest Groups

Zelle LLP on 10/6/2022

In the 2005 biography "Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln" by Doris Kearns Goodwin, we read of Lincoln's masterful assembly of the disparate personalities that formed his Cabinet — leaders who, despite...more

[Event] 2022 Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference - October 12th, Washington, DC

Legal Marketing Association (LMA) on 9/12/2022

This year’s conference, “Forward,” will focus on how we move forward as individuals in our professions, and how we help our firms navigate the landscape ahead after one of the most transformational times in our history. Our...more

Sidebars Podcast | Vision 2022 | Take Charge of Your Career

Kilpatrick on 1/19/2022

In this episode, guest host Stephanie Sanders, Global Patent Operations Chief at Kilpatrick Townsend, speaks with two professional development experts about how to become the CEO of your legal career....more

Law Firm ILN-telligence Podcast | Episode 39: Eddie Powell, Fladgate LLP | England

International Lawyers Network on 11/5/2021

Eddie Powell is a partner with Fladgate LLP, a firm focused on partnerships with its clients and a member of the International Lawyers Network. In this episode, Lindsay and Eddie focus on the firm's accelerated agility, the...more

Celebrate the Moments

Jaburg Wilk on 11/5/2021

Thinking about celebrating is inspired by my wife, who has a big birthday tomorrow. We have made special plans with people we care about. In these times it would have been easy to not do so, have a quiet moment with immediate...more

What’s YOUR Personal Best?

International Lawyers Network on 10/14/2021

How do you know if someone has run a marathon? Don’t worry – they’ll tell you! (Or so the joke goes) And the reason for that is that the marathon is HARD. Training is hard. You give up weeks of your life to run,...more

4 Weeks to Plan Your 4th Quarter Business Development Victory

International Lawyers Network on 8/31/2021

In just over a week, it will be September 1st. As I mentioned last week, I like to think of September as a brand new start, much like the school year used to be. It’s a chance to begin again and look at your goals and plans...more

Breaking Down the Barriers to Change in a Post (During?) COVID World

International Lawyers Network on 7/8/2021

Last week, we talked about the temptation to slide back into old habits as the world starts to open back up from quarantine. Things have changed, and they’ve changed dramatically, so there can be that desire to seek the...more

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