HLC Global Lawyer Development framework - Flipbook - Page 15
Hogan Lovells Cadwalader | Lawyer Development Framework
Associate (Entry-Level)
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Participates willingly; supports final decisions; does their share of the work
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Proactively shares all relevant or useful information with team, supervising partners, and
other colleagues
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Treats others with respect and courtesy irrespective of position in the firm; is aware of
impact of own behavior on others
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Works well with a diversity of clients and colleagues
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Flexible and interested in accepting assignments and learning new areas as required
for a matter
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Is generous, helps others without waiting to be asked, and takes pride in and recognizes
others’ success
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Effectively manages own time and updates senior colleagues on progress
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Asks questions when needing guidance or help from colleagues on the team
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Readily shares credit with colleagues and does not take credit for others’ work
Associate (Experienced)
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Seeks out and genuinely values others’ input, feedback, and expertise, including that of
subordinates and peers
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Creates an inclusive environment that maximizes the benefits of different perspectives
and diverse team members
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Promotes team engagement, cooperation and morale
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Shares best practices, input and ideas constructively and contributes to knowledge
management and model documents
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Takes on a supervisory role in the team and assists with the development of junior
colleagues; effectively delegates to trainees and other junior members of the team
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Creates action plans to ensure virtual work is not a barrier to team work
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Thinks of the cost-effective use of resources when accomplishing work; is mindful of
others’ timeframes/the critical path
Senior Associate
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Readily accepts and shows leadership appropriate to role on the team
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Is equitable in providing opportunities and feedback to others
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Is generous in supporting colleagues across the firm
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Resolves or helps to resolve team conflicts
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Encourages fair and open debate but supports and respects final decision
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Maintains quality working relationships both internally and externally
(e.g., opposing counsel)
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