Meyling "Mey" Ly Ortiz
Posts by Meyling "Mey" Ly Ortiz
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In-House CounselImplicit Bias: In-House Edition
In-house counsel biases can lead to inefficiency, confusion, frustration -- and worse, creating more problems than solutions. -
Biglaw, In-House CounselBiglaw Recovery
There can be a period of culture shock that new in-house counsel experience after leaving Biglaw. 
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In-House CounselA 'Secret' To Success
To be successful, you need to consider what success looks like.
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In-House CounselPerformance Review Tips: In-House Edition
If you have an opportunity to submit a self-evaluation or assessment, here are a few tips for you to consider. -
In-House CounselRandom Acts Of Leadership -- In-House Edition
Even small actions can generate momentum that can lead to bigger changes. -
In-House CounselAn In-House Perk: Uncloseted Parenting
When working in-house, taking parental leave and being a parent aren’t perceived as negatively as within a law firm. -
In-House CounselPolishing Your In-House 4 Cs For The New Year
There's no time like now to start buffing up your set of skills. -
In-House CounselTake The Sick Day
Far too many people in corporate America, especially lawyers, work even when they’re sick. 
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Biglaw, In-House Counsel3 Lies That Lead To Burnout
If 2022 left you a bit exhausted, and you’re looking to avoid a repeat in 2023, here are a few lies to avoid telling yourself. -
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In-House CounselTips For Closing Out The Year As In-House Counsel
There are a few things you may want to consider intentionally doing now that could better set you up for success next year. -
In-House CounselThe (Sometimes) Lonely Side Of In-House
Many of us are aware that it is highly likely that the reason we receive invitations for coffee, lunch, happy hour, or fun events is not for who we are, but because we are a client or prospective client. -
In-House CounselHelpful Questions To Ask Of Clients When Working In-House
With these few questions, hopefully you can help build relationships while also problem-solving.
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Leaving Your In-House Role: You Don’t Need A Portable “Book” To Be Successful
In-house legal roles have traditionally offered more accommodating schedules and greater opportunities to gain valuable business experience. Now though, the calculus may be changing. With…
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Navigating Economic Uncertainty: 6 Tips To Keep Your Investments On Track
How you can get through current challenges while advancing long-term goals.
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In-House CounselOne In-House Counsel’s Anti-Resume
Part of why I wanted to share some of my anti-resume is to give some of you who need it, a little hope. -
In-House Counsel4 In-House Pet Peeves Of Outside Counsel
How you respond, or don't respond, is important. -
In-House CounselMaking The Most Of Conferences
If your company is spending the money and investing in its or your development, then strive to get the most out of the experience. -
In-House Counsel10 Ways In-House Counsel Could Drive Diversity And Inclusion
As in-house counsel, we have a unique ability to move the proverbial needle in the diversity and inclusion space. -
In-House CounselTip-Toeing Into Self-Promotion
You may need to advise or, in some cases, remind your leadership of your contributions. -
In-House CounselOutside Counsel Need Support Too
If there is a trusted relationship, there is better communication, collaboration, and more accountability, which can result in better work product, better service, and most importantly better support. -
In-House CounselPromoting Mental Health In-House
We all have stress, albeit different, and there is no value in comparison. But what we can do is share ideas on how we can all promote better mental health.
