New Lawyers

Building a life outside the office is essential for sustaining a long, satisfying and successful career as a practicing lawyer.

Chere Estrin | The Nelson Hardiman founder, whose healthcare advocacy work has led to numerous awards, puts an emphasis on delivering the message clearly and succinctly.

Zana Tomich | Before you become an expert in the practice of law, you can (and should) become an expert in client service.

"Protector of athletes" Sivonnia DeBarrros on having the confidence to build a six-figure, woman-owned law firm — and five things you need to succeed in your niche.

Meyling Ly Ortiz | Empathy, relationship-building and a customer-service mindset are key communication ingredients for new lawyers.

Jay Harrington | When building a practice, don’t try to serve everyone. Focus on serving someone. Others will follow.

Jay Harrington | Spending too much time responding to email leads to too much stress because too little is getting done during the day.

Yuliya LaRoe | How can you determine the ROI of coaching success? Is BD coaching worth a lawyer's time and the law firm’s investment of money?

Meyling Ly Ortiz | Being intellectually curious is a skill that can easily set baby lawyers apart from their contemporaries.

Teddy Snyder | Have email and voicemail gone by the wayside?