LL.M. Alumni and Friends Professionalism Series
"It is important to remember that each stage of our careers serves as a building block for the next phase. Keep your long-term goals in mind, but be flexible and open to opportunities that present themselves in the short-term."
Mary Kate Brennan LL.M. '17
Senior Attorney, Dentons
"Help out when you are needed. Adapt to change. Be proactive and stay up to date. Be creative. Learn to work as part of a team. Be a decent human being and smile!"
Matthew Beaven LL.M. '11
US Head of Compliance Risk & Control Assurance, BBVA
"Fordham Law alumni can be found at law firms and corporations across the globe and always seem willing to connect with other members of the Fordham Law family."
Lucy Onyeforo LL.M. '17
Business Litigation Associate, Faegre Drinker
"As a foreign lawyer looking to take a new challenge, studying at Fordham’s law school allowed me to capitalize on my professional reputation in the U.K. while enhancing my legal skills and knowledge in the U.S."
Amber Melville-Brown LL.M. '17
Partner & Global Head of Media and Reputation, Withersworldwide
Friends of Fordham Law
"It is not about winning the most points in the negotiation or being the loudest person in the room. It is about focusing the client on the most important points, and advising the client of how to resolve these issues."
Oliver Brahmst
Global Co-Head of Private Equity at White & Case