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Building a Book of Business
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
10:00 AM PST/11:00 AM MST/12:00 PM CST/1:00 PM EST/6:00 PM GMT
Thank you for joining us for the Developing Partners Section (DPS) as we picked the brains of successful Primerus entrepreneurs on tips, tricks, and advice on building a book of business, developing a personal brand, and running a law firm. Our panelists was Roger Barton, founder and managing partner of Barton LLP; Jerry Weitzel, co-managing partner of Kozacky Weitzel McGrath, P.C.; and Kylie Schmidt, partner at Ogborn Mihm LLP. DPS Chair Ryan Billings, who serves as business litigation chair at Kohner, Mann & Kailas, S.C., interviewed the panelists, but we also asked members to bring their questions so we could hear it straight from the mouths of some of the best rainmakers in Primerus.
Moderator
Ryan Billings
Ryan Billings, of Kohner, Mann & Kailas, S.C., is a Wisconsin native who practices complex litigation, representing business entities in civil litigation, appeals, and alternatives to litigation. Ryan earned his undergraduate and law degrees from Ivy-League institutions before practicing for several years with Cravath, Swaine & Moore in New York City. He brings substantial experience to clients in business-critical litigation in regional, national, and international settings.
Panelists
Roger Barton
Roger Barton is the founder and managing partner of Barton LLP. He applies his management expertise and over 30 years of experience to leading a firm that is dedicated to providing its clients with quality and results through a practical and business-minded approach.
Jerry Weitzel
Jerry Weitzel, of Kozacky Weitzel McGrath, P.C., is a trial attorney concentrating his practice in the field of commercial litigation with a focus on construction, real estate, admiralty, employment, and contract disputes. Jerry also represents clients in professional liability matters involving architects, engineers, and real estate brokers and agents. He also handles general corporate matters and provides contract review for his clients.
Kylie Schmidt
Kylie Schmidt, of Ogborn Mihm LLP, has spent her entire career handling complex civil litigation matters. Kylie is skilled at listening to her clients and helping them understand the legal system. She enjoys working with people of all ages who have suffered injuries due to the wrongs of others. Kylie is prepared to take a case through verdict when needed, and is proud to call herself a trial lawyer.