CMCP Link
Meaningful Conversations. Lasting Connections.
Virtual Practice-Area Discussions
CMCP Link (formerly Counsel Connect) brings together in-house counsel and law firm attorneys practicing in the same area of substantive law for a 60-minute virtual roundtable focused on building relationships, exchanging perspectives, and advancing opportunity and inclusion in the legal profession.
Small Group Networking by Practice Area
How do you build the kind of trust and connections that lead to business over time?
Start with shared ground. CMCP Link groups in-house counsel and law firm attorneys by practice area and keeps each group small, so every participant has room to contribute and be heard.
In-house counsel will be assigned to a small group in their respective practice area, and CMCP will match law firm attorneys practicing in the same area. Practice areas may have multiple small groups.
Law firm attorneys are assigned to each round by
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Time of registration
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Practice area(s) selected during registration
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Availability of openings
NOTE: No more than two attorneys from a company or law firm will be included in a discussion group.
How a Session Works
Each small group includes one or two in-house counsel and up to six law firm attorneys. The conversation begins with in-house counsel briefly sharing their business needs and approach to engaging outside counsel, followed by brief introductions from law firm participants. In-house counsel then lead an open discussion guided by four to five CMCP-provided topics exploring shared practice interests, business challenges, and opportunities to expand access and inclusion.
With an emphasis on conversation and mutual understanding, participants build trust and connections that can lead to professional opportunities and business development over time.
Past Participants
I enjoyed meeting new diverse attorneys and also reconnecting with others. Our two breakout sessions were fun and full of conversation, and we do think the program was valuable in helping us meet prospective new outside counsel.