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Law Firm Associate
Training Series

Our Law Firm Associate training is a combination of teaching and practice.

Each interactive talk is followed by a skills lab tailored to the participants’ day-to-day reality. Working through live hypotheticals based on actual challenges the participants frequently face, attendees will sharpen their judgment, test new approaches, and get real-time feedback in a supportive, high-impact environment

Negotiation and Leadership Workshop for New Associates

You’re just starting out, and yes, the practice of law can feel daunting at times, but even on the busiest days and with the smallest tasks, you can practice key negotiation strategies that will launch you toward leadership.

In this tactical, empowering workshop plus skills lab, our Ask For More expert will help new Associates reframe their role and sit in the driver’s seat of their career from day one. Too often, early-career attorneys see themselves as passive participants, simply receiving assignments and trying to keep up. This session will show you how to flip that script. Learn the subtle, strategic moves that set future leaders apart: asking diagnostic questions, responsiveness, relationship-building, reading the room, and showing initiative in the moments that matter — even while taking notes.

Discover how to shift from feeling like “just support” to being seen as a strategic thinker in the making. You’ll leave with practical tools to communicate with confidence, lead from any seat, and build the kind of reputation that paves the way to partnership, in-house leadership, or wherever your ambition takes you. You’re not just in the room—you’re already on the rise. Bet on yourself.

Leading with Influence Workshop for Midlevel Associates

In today’s fast-paced and competitive environment, mid-level associates are expected to lead with impact. Executive Presence, Strategic Collaboration, and Business Growth are essential in the boardroom, on client calls, or within cross-functional teams. In this immersive workshop plus skills lab, you will learn tools for dynamic conversation that will help you enter any room with confidence, combined with practical, hands-on learning to cement these new skills. We’ll explore the intersection of Executive Presence and Claiming Expertise, empowering you to own the room, shape perception, and speak with clarity and confidence—especially in high-stakes or ambiguous situations.

Through the lens of Situational Leadership, you’ll learn how to flex your leadership style to meet the moment, whether you’re managing up, across, or guiding a client. And because growth is everyone’s business; we’ll equip you with actionable tools to engage in smart Business Development and Cross-Selling – starting by understanding your colleagues better and what they bring to the table.

Mastering Delegation: Empowering Associates for Career Growth

In this interactive workshop, our Ask For More trainer, Aurra Fellows – an experienced trial attorney and negotiation trainer – shares strategies to master the art of delegation in the law firm context. Whether you are receiving tasks or leading teams, the ability to delegate effectively is a critical skill for legal career advancement. This session will explore several powerful strategies for managing upwards and collaborating with senior leaders, and includes techniques for delegating to others as you progress in your role. By the end of the workshop, associates will have the tools to take charge of their professional development, feel confident in their work, and contribute meaningfully to the Firm’s success.

Learning Goals:

  • Introduce several core negotiation principles, including diagnostic questions and reflection, that directly relate to one’s ability to receive delegated work and delegate work in turn.
  • Learn effective strategies for managing upwards, including how to understand expectations, communicate boundaries, and negotiate tasks with senior leadership.
  • Gain techniques for delegating responsibilities to others, fostering teamwork, and empowering colleagues as you take on leadership roles.
    Take steps toward an action plan for managing your workload and advancing your career.

Feedback as Fuel for Attorney Growth

In this workshop, participants explore the nuances of giving and receiving feedback in the high-stakes environment of a law firm. Whether you’re a junior associate trying to understand feedback from senior partners or a senior attorney mentoring the next generation, the ability to offer and internalize feedback is essential for professional growth and team performance. We are receiving feedback constantly, and how we choose to give and receive it has enormous implications for our professional careers. This session provides practical strategies for delivering and soliciting feedback that is clear, actionable, and aligned with firm values—up, down, and across the org chart. By the end of the workshop, lawyers will have a stronger foundation for building trust, managing performance conversations, and fostering a culture of continuous learning.

Learning Goals:

  • Understand the role of feedback in professional development and team success, including the psychological and cultural dynamics that shape how feedback is given and received.
  • Learn key frameworks for delivering upward feedback respectfully and effectively, including how to navigate hierarchy while sharing observations with senior lawyers.
  • Practice techniques for giving constructive feedback to peers and junior colleagues in ways that build trust, improve performance, and support development.
  • Identify personalized action steps to build confidence in feedback conversations and integrate feedback as a regular practice in your legal career.
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