DiCello Levitt Partner Justin Hawal was interviewed as part of Law.com’s “How I Made It” Q&A series. The feature story, “How I Made Partner: ‘There’s No Substitute for Hard Work and a Genuine Desire to Improve,’ Says Justin Hawal of DiCello Levitt”, shares insights on Justin’s journey to partnership.
In the Q&A, Justin emphasizes the importance of hard work and a desire to improve, noting that “sweat equity” is vital in the legal field. Since joining the firm in 2017, he has gained confidence and taken on leadership roles, contributing significantly to complex cases in diverse practice areas, including civil and human rights, class actions, privacy, technology, and cybersecurity, and catastrophic personal injury.
Justin credits influential mentors at the firm and his father for guiding his career. He advises associates aspiring to partnership to focus on their work rather than comparing themselves to others. Facing challenges, such as shifting to new practice areas, has made him a more adaptable lawyer. He also highlights the role of technology in enhancing legal practice and describes his work mindset as focused on delivering consistent, high-quality results.
Read the full feature online here.