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The Art of Attorney Networking: From Sidebar to Social Hour (Part II) By Elizabeth H. Schaller & Robert V. Schaller Law Office Management and Economics, Standing Committee on, February 2026 Part II of this two-part article discusses the benefits of building a network for an attorney to grow their practice. Networking requires work, which may be difficult for the classic introvert; however, with a polished elevator pitch, prepared questions, and clearly defined requirements for a strategic partner, anyone can become a master networker.

The Art of Attorney Networking: From Sidebar to Social Hour (Part I) By Elizabeth H. Schaller & Robert V. Schaller Law Office Management and Economics, Standing Committee on, January 2026 This two-part article discusses the benefits of building a network for an attorney to grow their practice. Effective networking fosters genuine, long-term relationships with potential referrers—relationships that lead to recommendations when clients are in need.

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