WilmerHale Partners Alexander Nemtzow and Zachary Nemtzow are featured in Law.com's “How We Made Partner” series, where they discuss their path to partnership, the mentors who shaped their careers and the lessons they have learned along the way. 

The Boston-based identical twins reflect on building their careers together in the firm's Intellectual Property Department, emphasizing the importance of technical excellence, client service, mentorship and thoughtful career planning. 

Offering advice to associates aspiring to partnership, Alex stresses the value of intellectual curiosity. 

“Never stop asking questions,” he says. “Whether you're asking a senior attorney why they made a strategic decision, asking a mentor for career advice, or asking a client what's important to them or their business, those questions are often what separate technically strong lawyers from future partners who go the extra mile.” 

Zach highlights the importance of initiative and accountability. 

“The best opportunities come to those who seek them out, including for the work that simply needs doing, not just the work everyone wants,” he says. “Partners notice associates who consistently volunteer so that when something big comes up, they are far more likely to think of the people who have shown they are ready and willing.” 

The article also explores the role mentorship has played in their development, how working alongside one another has strengthened their careers and how emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, are transforming legal practice. 

Read the full article here.