Leadership is not defined solely by the positions we attain, but by the opportunities we create for those who follow and the professional obligations we uphold along the way. As more women advance into senior leadership roles within the legal profession, effective mentorship and thoughtful succession planning carry real weight under the rules that govern how lawyers supervise, delegate and ultimately hand off their work; and getting them right protects both clients and the lawyers stepping into new roles. Join this accomplished panel of legal leaders for a conversation on cultivating meaningful mentoring relationships, expanding access for future leaders and approaching leadership and matter transitions with purpose. Through real-world insights and personal experience, the session will explore how investing in others, and planning a thoughtful and ethical exit, can strengthen teams and leadership pipelines, support long-term continuity and leave a lasting impact on individuals, companies and the profession as a whole.


Cynthia Cole, Partner - Alston & Bird
Naomi Waltman, Former Executive Vice President & Deputy General Counsel - Paramount
Virginia Johnson, Former Chief Legal Officer & Corporate Secretary - Aspen Aerogels, Inc.