Careers in Business Law: Forging Your Path to Success
By (Author) Lana J. Manganiello
American Bar Association
American Bar Association
9th July 2025
United States
General
Non Fiction
Business strategy
Research and development management
Advice on careers and achieving success
Paperback
324
Width 177mm, Height 254mm
If you are considering a career in business law, seeking a new practice area, or contemplating a shift in your legal career, this new guide provides practical advice, valuable insights, and actionable strategies that you can employ to prepare for a successful and fulfilling career in business law. The guide includes personal narratives and profiles of individuals from varied practice areas who have made significant strides in business law, often against the backdrop of historical underrepresentation and adversity. Their stories offer valuable lessons for lawyers at any career stage.
Author Lana Manganiello, provides a detailed roadmap to a career in business law, including developing a deep understanding of the field, identifying niche areas of specialization, leveraging technology and innovation, and building a robust professional network. Beginning with choosing the right path and exploring career choices to navigating career evolution and challenges, this guide will help you:
Lana J. Manganiello is the Managing Director of Equinox Strategy Partners, where she leverages over 15 years of experience coaching and training professional service providers and lawyers in career development, business development, and annual business planning. As the President of the Counsel for Justice, the charitable arm of the Los Angeles County Bar Association (LACBA), Lana maintains a deep commitment to equity and access to justice. She is the author of Careers in Business Law: Forging Your Path to Success, published by the American Bar Association. Lana focuses on integrating systems and processes to foster inclusive and successful workplaces, emphasizing strategic planning, data-driven decision-making, and optimizing organizational performance. Her comprehensive approach ensures sustainable growth and development within law firms, making her a sought-after expert in attorney development and law firm operations.