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The Power Forward Pod

LawFin Edition: Featuring Big Law Superstars

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Inside the Big Law Mindset with Reuben Levavi, Of Counsel at Winston Taylor

Ruvin Levavi, Chris DeVito

From starting his career at a mega-firm that suffered the largest bankruptcy in legal history, to navigating the high-stakes world of corporate salaries, Reuben Levavi shares raw insights into what the practice of law actually looks like behind the curtain. We dive into his transitions between Big Law and in-house roles, the shifting dynamics of modern work-life balance, and the irony of building a thriving practice around the very financial instruments that triggered his rocky career start.

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Becoming Indispensable in Big Law with Samantha Koplik, Partner at McDermott, Will & Shulte

Ruvin Levavi, Michael Dayan

What does it take to become a high-powered Big Law Partner executing massive private equity deals in New York City? In this episode, we sit down with Samantha Koplik, a leveraged finance Partner at McDermott Will & Schulte, to discuss her highly intentional career path. Sam pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to climb the legal ladder, breaking down the critical distinction between finding a mentor and securing a sponsor who will fight for you when you aren't in the room.

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