New York Office Managing Partner Tony Barkow is featured in Law.com's "How I Made It" series chronicling his career journey, visionary leadership, and inspiring words for future generations of lawyers.
From his early days as a Jenner summer associate to his current role as office managing partner, Tony's path has been marked by noteworthy achievements and a steadfast commitment to his clients, colleagues, family, and the rule of law.
In the Q&A, Tony reflects on pivotal moments that shaped his career, including mentors who guided him, obstacles overcome, and milestones achieved. He discusses navigating the return to office post-pandemic and expanding New York's office footprint by applying core competencies to cutting-edge areas of law and by broadening capabilities for clients in industries with high demand and where the firm has deep experience. At the center of it all is his inclusive and inspiring approach to leadership.
"If you want to lead an office—or be any type of leader at a firm—it's important to be an institutionalist. You need to be positive, constructive, and not cliquish. You need to put the firm and collective first, even before yourself and your individual interests. You need to fully integrate yourself across different groups so that you can lead a true collective institution where everyone is striving together," Tony shares with Law.com.