In this episode of the Corporate Law Lab, Neil Taylor sits down with Kenneth Van Winkle, Vice Chair at Womble Bond Dickinson and longtime managing partner of Lewis Roca, to explore the evolution of leadership in law firms. From his early career in Phoenix during the real estate boom to leading law firm mergers and expanding firm culture across markets, Ken shares his insights on building a sustainable firm, navigating economic downturns, and mentoring the next generation of lawyers.

The conversation also delves into the challenges of maintaining a personal leadership style in today’s professional environment and the potential impact of AI on legal practice.

Note: Due to a technical issue during recording, the audio quality for our guest is different from our usual episodes. Thanks for bearing with us—it’s worth the listen.