To Make Partner as a Litigator at the Top Am Law Firms, Prepare to Get Out of Your Comfort Zone
Cooley partner Brian French was featured in a Law.com article, offering insights into the mindset and skills that help make successful litigators. In the article, French reflects on his career path and why he joined Cooley, emphasizing the importance of relationship-building for associates early in their careers. Comparing litigation to a team sport, he notes that the best client outcomes result from working together as a single, cohesive team.
French was previously featured in Law.com’s “How I Made Partner” series.
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