Significant Career Lesson From an Attorney at Robinson Bradford LLP
Nathan, an attorney at Robinson Bradford LLP, emphasizes the paramount importance of reputation in legal practice, stating that "your reputation matters" not only with judges but also with opposing counsel, especially in smaller legal communities where repeated interactions are common. Building trust and honesty are crucial for career success, as dishonesty can lead to being "not trusted" and ultimately harm one's career trajectory.
Reputation Management, Networking, Professionalism, Ethics, Legal Practice
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Nathan Robinson
Attorney
Robinson Bradford LLP
Brigham Young University
Texas Tech University School of Law (law degree)
Political Science, American Studies
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Legal
Took Out Loans, Worked 20+ Hours in School, Transfer Student
Video Highlights
1. Your reputation is crucial in the legal field, impacting relationships with judges and opposing counsel.
2. Maintaining honesty and integrity builds trust, vital for long-term success.
3. In smaller legal communities, reputation precedes you, influencing future opportunities and collaborations.
Transcript
What is one lesson you have learned that has proven significant in your career?
The one lesson that comes to my mind isn't anything specific, but it is that your reputation matters. Your reputation matters not only for the judges that you go before, oftentimes repeatedly. They get to know you, and you get to know them.
It also matters with opposing counsel. Especially if you're in a small or medium-sized legal community, you will run into the same law firms and attorneys in your field. If you have lied, misrepresented something, or not been totally honest and upfront, the next time around, you won't be trusted.
This can harm your career. You will get a reputation for not being trusted.
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