Shilpa Coorg Shares the 5 Things You Need to Become a Top Lawyer In Your Specific Field of Law

Shila Coorg was recently interviewed for the in-depth series, “5 Things You Need to Become a Top Lawyer In Your Specific Field of Law,” which selectively profiles top attorneys in their respective legal fields. In the interview, published by Thrive Global, Shilpa reflects upon how she came to choose the legal profession, how she grew her practice from patent law to comprehensive litigation, and the key pieces of advice she would share for anyone looking to succeed as a lawyer. She emphasizes that a good work ethic is a fundamental element of success, in addition to having strong organizational skills, respected mentors, healthy boundaries, and confidence.

“Work ethic boils down to more than simply billing hours — it’s having integrity and responsibility,” Shilpa says in the interview. “The knowledge that people are counting on me, whether that be clients or my colleagues, drives me to give my best.”

The full interview can be found below. 

Shilpa Coorg of DTO Law: “A good work ethic”