Networking remains one of the most powerful tools for building professional relationships, but it’s often misunderstood. Many lawyers feel the need to lead with their expertise, thinking that showcasing their knowledge will automatically attract clients. However, the most successful networkers know that effective networking is more about listening than speaking.…

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 and the lack of personal touch. Here’s how you can overcome the common negatives of modern networking to make meaningful connections:…

Ron Davis is a partner with Fogler Rubinoff in Toronto, where he has over 35 years of litigation experience. In this episode, he and Lindsay chat about challenges and opportunities in the legal industry in Toronto and Ontario, including litigation funding, the hot topic on everyone’s mind: AI, and Ron’s award-winning career as a jazz…

The landscape of networking has shifted dramatically due to recent global events, but business lawyers have unique opportunities to leverage these changes to their advantage. Here are five updated strategies to help you navigate networking in the current environment:…

Amanda Schneider is the Chief Marketing and Business Development Officer for Epstein Becker Green, a national super boutique in the US, and the ILN’s member firm for New York and Washington, DC as well as its founding member firm. In this episode, Amanda and Lindsay delve into misconceptions that still exist about marketing professionals, post-pandemic…

André Maruch is a lawyer on the Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions team at KLA Advogados, the ILN’s Brazilian member firm. In this episode, he and Lindsay chat about the current market trends in Brazil and the impact of the US and Brazil’s new government on them, the future of AI in the legal industry,…

On average, a person engages in 145-200 interactions daily, both in-person and online. However, only 10-20% of these interactions are truly memorable. Among all these interactions, approximately 5-10% are negative, while 7-20% are positive. This means that despite the sheer volume of daily exchanges, only a small fraction will leave a lasting impact.

When you…