As part of the Schulte Roth & Zabel Summer Program, the firm's summer associates were treated to a discussion and Q&A with Schulte alums Kate Sullivan, Erin Chizner, Arlene Shaw and Justin Mendelsohn. Moderated by partner and Summer Program co-chair Donna Lazarus, the alum panelists shared candid and often amusing insights and perspectives on their experiences at Schulte and beyond.

Wise guidance from the panelists included: 

• "Always worth it to take an extra few minutes to review your work before sending. Think about how you can add value."
  - Erin Chizner, Associate General Counsel, Taconic Capital Advisors
  
  
• "Be kind, open, present and responsive. It will make you a better associate." 
  - Justin Mendelsohn, Head of AML and Sanction, Fidelity Digital Assets
  
  
• "Network with your classmates, colleagues and people you know. You are rising, and all ships rise together. Your personal group can also help raise your ship."
  - Arlene Shaw, Managing Director, Brightwood Capital
  
  
• "Get your finances in order. Save! It will give you flexibility in life to be able to take leaps!" 
  - Kate Sullivan, Compliance Officer, Point72 
  
  The advice and camaraderie at this panel discussion were well-received by our summer associates and underscored the legacy of excellence and mutual support that spans across different stages of one’s Schulte career – building firm connections that last a lifetime.