HLC Global Lawyer Development framework - Flipbook - Page 13
Hogan Lovells Cadwalader | Lawyer Development Framework
Associate (Entry-Level)
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Is concise and clear in sharing information and articulating arguments and ideas
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Answers questions and presents ideas in an organized manner
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Makes sure communication tone is appropriate
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Actively listens to others
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Communicates in a culturally sensitive manner
Associate (Experienced)
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Displays self-confidence, presence, and assertiveness in service of client needs
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Thinks ahead about what to communicate next and how
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Presents arguments and ideas in a persuasive manner
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Demonstrates an effective personal style and is able to tailor that style to have a
desired impact
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Effectively responds to questions and opposing viewpoints in a convincing manner
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Handles difficult discussions with clarity and appropriate tone
Senior Associate
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Crafts creative arguments to best serve our clients
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Uses questions, hypotheticals, and analogies to advance a position and refutes opposing
viewpoints in a highly persuasive fashion
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Listens and understands opposing sides of an argument and is able to craft creative
compromise or collaborative solutions to achieve client goals
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Negotiates solutions, helping sides reach an agreement
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