You Just Made Law Firm Partner, Now What? (Minis with Megan on So Much To Say: A Legal Podcast for People)
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You made law firm partner, congratulations! But once the title settles in, many new partners ask the same question: now what? In this mini episode, Megan Senese walks through practical, people-first steps to help new law firm partners transition from employee to owner and start building real autonomy inside their firm.
Who this episode is for:
Newly promoted law firm partners
Senior associates preparing for partnership
Lawyers navigating the shift from biller to business builder
Episode takeaways:
Why becoming a partner doesn’t magically change your day-to-day, and what should
How gratitude and relationship-building set the tone for your first year
The right way to tell people you’ve made partner
Why understanding how you get paid matters more than you think
How to start building a portable book of business early
What to do after you’ve made partner:
Pause and acknowledge the milestone: Take a moment to recognize the work it took to get here.
Thank the people who helped you: Mentors, colleagues, and clients who supported your path.
Let people know about it - intentionally! Share the news by asking how you can support them.
Understand how your compensation works: Know where your income will come from and how origination is measured.
Start building your own book of business: Focus on long-term autonomy, flexibility, and ownership.
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By Jennifer Ramsey and Megan Senese