Superstar Associate: Pathways for Recession-Proofing Your Practice for Success

We know that you have seen news reports about the possibility of a looming economic recession, with lawyers and staff at big law firms facing layoffs with diminishing global deals and client demand. During times like these, it is easy for young associates to isolate themselves and believe that outside economic events control their careers.  Hybrid and remote work contribute to these feelings as associates can feel disconnected. Law firms often fail to train their young lawyers on what is expected, leaving associates (who often are working in their first professional job) to figure it out on their own.

In light of these circumstances, Mr. Scriven-Young will equip junior associates with the essential skills and knowledge to excel in their careers and pave the way to partnership by discussing the need to set goals and determine what "success" means in order to become a "superstar" associate. This program will discuss how to develop traits to become a "go to" associate by cultivating good work habits, mastering indispensable research and writing skills, refining oral communication abilities, and learning critical delegation skills. Mr. Scriven-Young will also delve into the significance of being a good firm citizen and strategies to foster professional relationships in order to build a network for future business development opportunities.

Learning Objectives:

1. Examine the problems young associates face, the need to set goals, and strategies to become a go-to "superstar" associate
2. Determine what "success" means to you, the traits of a superstar associate, and the significance of being a good firm citizen within your firm's unique culture
3. Identify how to master the indispensable research and writing skills necessary for excellence
4. Refine oral communication abilities to effectively deal with law firm partners and clients and learn to cultivate good work habits
5. Review delegation skills, including how to efficiently manage tasks and leverage teamwork for optimal outcomes
6. Prepare to foster professional relationships and build a network to set up future business development opportunities