🎧 The Advocate Next Door: Advocacy Consultant and Strategist Mallory Silberman

Mallory Silverman is a prominent figure in the international arbitration field. Silverman shares her journey from a first-year associate to founding her own company, MS Arbitration. She discusses the importance of flexibility in career planning, the value of learning languages, and the evolving landscape of legal training. Topics include her academic background, mentors, the significance of international arbitration, and her passion for training young lawyers. The conversation also touches on personal anecdotes, such as Mallory's unique role as a flower girl at Kelly's wedding, her teaching experience at Georgetown Law, and the critical need for comprehensive training in law firms.

HIGHLIGHTS:

00:00 Introduction

02:09 Mallory's Career Journey

03:13 Early Influences and Education

05:20 Entering the Legal Profession

14:31 Challenges and Mentorship

18:00 Practical Skills and Training

20:05 Language Skills in International Arbitration

22:05 Debunking the Myths of Partnership

22:23 The Reality of…