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Boodle Hatfield's 'exceptionally professional' Family team upheld their top place in this years edition of Chambers and Partners UK by showcasing 'such slick efficiency and strategic foresight'. Partners, Emily Brand and Katie O'Callaghan were awarded 'Leading Individuals' for this category. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/eKAxANsx #IndustryRecognition #ChambersUK #ChildLaw  #FamilyLaw

Who can we say “thank you” to this week? Many of the people I respect the most have some things in common. They share the ball around, give credit to the people around them, and recognise they wouldn’t be where they are without the support of the people around them. I’ve always admired Michael Jordan’s unbelievable skills on the basketball court. Whether you think he’s the GOAT, or not, there’s no doubt he’s right up there in terms of his stats and skills. But I’ve often wondered how some of Jordan’s teammates might have felt when playing alongside him. - Did they wish he passed the ball more? - Did they wonder if they were valued by Jordan himself? - Would they have liked more credit for their exceptional efforts to the team? - Did they sometimes think, “I wish I’d had an opportunity to take a winning shot”? - Did they want to be more seen and heard, or ‘feel the love’ a little more from those big crowds. We are very lucky to meet some amazing lawyers and leaders in business. Some are undoubtedly the GOATs of their areas or age groups. The very best of them share the ball around, give credit to their teams for their hard work, and recognise they couldn’t be great lawyers without the support of all the people around them… especially the support staff. Logic tells us you miss 100% of the shots you never take. But that doesn’t mean you have to take all the shots. Often, it's better to work hard in the background and give others all the credit - particularly if you're a leader or senior member of the team to advance the careers of those around you. If you’re a great lawyer, always remember the people who make you great. And maybe even let them take the winning shots every now and then. Without an awesome team, there can be no greatness. Onwards & upwards!

Joining a fee-sharing law firm offers numerous benefits that can be advantageous for both seasoned lawyers and those just starting their careers. Here are some of the key benefits: 1. Financial Incentives 2. Flexibility and Autonomy 3. Entrepreneurial Opportunities 4. Resource Availability 5. Reduced Administrative Burden 6. Client Benefits 7. Professional Development 8. Reduced Financial Risk 9. Incentives for Performance Joining a fee-sharing law firm can be a highly attractive option for lawyers seeking financial rewards, flexibility, and the opportunity to grow their own practice within a supportive and resource-rich environment. This model empowers lawyers to maximise their potential while minimising the risks and burdens associated with traditional law firm structures.

We would appreciate your support 💙 Bethesda Magazine is looking for nominations for Best of Bethesda. We have been so honored in the past by this incredible recognition of the dedication and care we give to the seniors in our community. Can we count on you to nominate us again this year? https://lnkd.in/e-sAqsqx Readers’ Ballot Rules 1) Limit your votes to local businesses — no national chains. Businesses must be located in Montgomery County or Upper NW D.C. (20015, 20016). 2) Businesses cannot incentivize votes with discounts, prizes, etc. 3) Fill in name and town of business. 4) You must cast votes in at least 5 categories. 5) Votes originating from identical email addresses or IP addresses will not be counted.

I always hated the term “underdog.” Probably because it means that folks are naming winners and losers even before the battle has begun.   The best job that I ever had was volunteer coaching 8-year-old basketball in the East End of Richmond, Virginia. I was working as an associate at a big law firm at the time, so I couldn’t make it to the annual combine and draft where players were selected. That usually meant that my team was comprised of undersized kids who the other coaches viewed as less talented than the others. I didn't do them any favors because I certainly wasn’t the top coach – my basketball IQ is mediocre at best.   But I wanted us to win. I didn’t know how to develop the players’ offensive skills. I’m not a shooter and I can’t really dribble. So I taught them two very basic defensive traps and we spent most of our practices running. And running. And running.   For the first few weeks of the season the kids HATED it. So did their parents. One parent even pulled their son from a practice so he didn’t have to run with us (read: them).   After about a month, the kids’ cardio fitness far exceeded their opponents. They were able to out-play everyone in the second half of our contests, and we always managed to make it to the championship despite being the undersized “underdogs.” *** I don’t coach youth basketball anymore, unfortunately. But the next best thing is trying cases. I've been lucky enough over the years to lead a few trial teams with my partner-in-arms, Megan L. Meier. Almost without exception, the other side has many more lawyers working the case than we do.   But victory never seems improbable, and I have never once thought of us as the underdog. I tend to share Sun Tzu’s belief that “[g]reat results can be achieved with small forces.”   Our next trial is in a few months in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia. I couldn’t be more honored to fight for justice on behalf of a deserving client alongside my colleagues.   In the nearer term, I’m really excited to head out to West Asia with Megan and Mark Thomson as we continue to defend our client's reputations across the globe! Meier Watkins Phillips Pusch LLP #triallawyers #defamationlaw #defamationtrial #reputationmanagement

Sidley Austin LLP represented Los Angeles-based Angel City FC of the National Women’s Soccer League in its $250M controlling stake sale to Willow Bay, dean of the USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism, and Bob Iger, CEO of the Walt Disney Company. Eric Geffner of Sidley Austin, who led the deal team, recently answered questions from Law.com about how the deal came through. "This deal (and Bay’s and Iger’s investment and commitment to ACFC) is another strong validation point for the current wave of investments into and fan enthusiasm for women’s sports, which I expect to continue," he said. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://lnkd.in/gUyK-2fY

🎉 Celebrating 45 years of Lee & Associates! Bill Lee’s vision in 1979 created a unique platform that continues to drive the commercial real estate industry forward. Check out the interview with our founder to hear more about his journey and the future of Lee & Associates. #LeeAssociates #CommercialRealEstate #BillLee #LeeToronto #5YearsExcellence #LeeLetsGo

The Business of Sports includes some incredible real estate development projects. Former Dallas Cowboys CFO George Mitchell and Ron Patterson, Former President of City of Frisco Economic Development Corporation, discuss how a public-private partnership between the Dallas Cowboys and the City of Frisco made the vision of The Star in Frisco a reality.    For more videos exploring the Business of Sports, visit: https://bit.ly/41qVAZh   #DallasCowboys | CohnReznick LLP #BusinessofFootball #BusinessofSports

Here’s some insight into my journey with The Modern Artisan with YOOX NET-A-PORTER and The Kings Foundation and my approach to design.