Aimee B. Davis Law P.C.

Are You Leveraging Your Network?

{3:54 minutes to read}

At a recent networking event, several successful and highly-educated women told me that women habitually fail to effectively capitalize on their professional network.
In 2015, the importance of networking has become ingrained in our professional psyches. But, if you diligently attend monthly business development meetings and the occasional cocktail party without following up and developing meaningful and trusting relationships with the professionals you meet, then you are missing out on valuable opportunities. Here’s a good example of how I recently leveraged my professional network in order to provide the best possible legal services to my client.
Earlier this year, I was retained by an American investor seeking to acquire a minority interest in a restaurant located in Mykonos, Greece. As many of you know, I’ve spent A LOT of time in Mykonos. Given my adoration of this beautiful Greek island, I felt particularly well suited to represent this client and excited to work on the project.
The problem is I’m not Greek, I’m not admitted to practice law in Greece, nor do I speak Greek. So, what’s an eager solo practitioner to do?
Leverage Who You Know
Unlike the United States, which requires that only the entity itself be registered in its state of incorporation, each shareholder investing in Greece (as well as the entity) must be registered with the applicable governmental authorities. Knowing I’d need a Greek attorney to assist with this transaction, I reached out to all of the Greek-American attorneys I know. My hope was to find an American corporate attorney, who was also admitted in Greece.
The solution came from a fellow corporate attorney, Peter Papagianakis, with whom I began networking 4 years ago, shortly after the inception of Aimee B. Davis Law P.C.

The Solution

Peter introduced me to Nicolas, an English-speaking attorney based in Athens, who he met at a Greek-American networking event. Upon recognizing synergies between their respective practice areas, they discussed ways in which they could help each other professionally. That relationship developed over time and since meeting several years ago, Nicolas and Peter have engaged in a cross-referral arrangement, where Peter has assisted Nicolas’ Greece-based clients on a few matters with a U.S. nexus.
Much to my delight, Nicolas received an L.L.M. in corporate law from NYU, so he understands both U.S. and Greek corporate law. After reviewing his online bio and briefly speaking with him about the proposed deal, I felt confident Nicolas was the ideal attorney to act as my co-counsel. My client agreed with this assessment, and Nicolas and I began working together to negotiate and document the proposed investment. The restaurant opened this spring, just in time for the jet-set season in Mykonos.
The importance of developing strong professional relationships with fellow attorneys and other professionals cannot be overstated. These relationships can provide referral business, and often serve as great resources for information. But, it is up to us, as individual networkers, to keep our proverbial rolodexes “top-of-mind” in order to maximize opportunities to our benefit and to the benefit of our clients.

Aimee B. Davis Law P.C. is committed to advising its clients and resolving issues relating to the legal and business matters that are important to them. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at (917) 617-2243 or email aimee@aimeebdavis.com.

Aimee B. Davis Law P.C.

917-617-2243
122 Ashland Place
Brooklyn, NY 11201

0 comments

  1. I’m really enjoying the theme/design of your blog.

    Do you ever run into any web browser compatibility issues?
    A small number of my blog readers have complained about my blog not working correctly
    in Explorer but looks great in Chrome. Do you have any tips
    to help fix this problem?

  2. certainly like your web site however you need to test the spelling on several of your posts.
    Several of them are rife with spelling issues and I find
    it very troublesome to tell the reality nevertheless I will definitely come back again.

  3. Нi just wanted to give you a quick heads up annd let үou
    know a few of the pidturеs arеn’t ⅼoadіng properly.
    Ι’m not sure ᴡhy but I think itѕ a linking isѕue.
    I’ve tried it іn two different web browsers and both ѕhow the same rеsults.

  4. I have to thank you for the efforts you have put in writing this website.
    I really hope to check out the same high-grade blog posts by you later on as well.

    In truth, your creative writing abilities has motivated me
    to get my own blog now 😉

  5. Thanks on your marvelous posting! I truly enjoyed reading it, you may be a great author.I will remember to bookmark your blog and may come back someday.
    I want to encourage you to definitely continue your great job, have a nice day!

    my website :: healthy nutrition

  6. Hi, i believe that i saw you visited my blog so i came to go back the prefer?.I’m trying to to find things to
    improve my website!I guess its good enough to use a few of your ideas!!

    Feel free to surf to my webpage; fat loss

  7. Great ? I should definitely pronounce, impressed with your web site.
    I had no trouble navigating through all tabs
    as well as related information ended up being
    truly simple to do to access. I recently found what I hoped healthy eating tips for weight loss before you know it at all.
    Reasonably unusual. Is likely to appreciate it for
    those who add forums or something, web site theme . a tones way for your client
    to communicate. Excellent task.

  8. I have been exploring for a little bit for any high-quality articles or weblog posts in this sort of house .

    Exploring in Yahoo I ultimately stumbled upon this web site.
    Studying this info So i am satisfied to convey that
    I’ve an incredibly just right uncanny feeling I found out exactly what I needed.
    I such a lot for sure will make certain to do not forget
    this website and give it a glance regularly.

    my web page coping with eczema

  9. We still cannot quite think that I could always be one of those reading the important suggestions
    found on your site. My family and I are truly thankful on your generosity and for giving me the advantage to pursue the
    chosen profession path. Many thanks for the important information I managed
    to get from your web page.

    Here is my web page; donkhamin.go.th

  10. You actually make it seem so easy with your presentation but I
    find this matter to be really something that I think I would never
    understand. It seems too complex and extremely broad for me.
    I’m looking forward for your next post, I will try to get the hang of
    it!

    Also visit my web site … calendula oil

  11. When someone writes an article he/she maintains the plan of a user in his/her
    brain that how a user can understand it. Therefore that’s why this article is perfect.
    Thanks!

    Also visit my homepage … growing weed

  12. Today, while I was at work, my cousin stole my iPad and tested to
    see if it can survive a 25 foot drop, just so she can be a youtube sensation. My apple ipad is
    now broken and she has 83 views. I know this is completely off topic but I had to share it with someone!

    Here is my site … getting treatment

  13. I feel this is among the so much important information for
    me. And i’m satisfied reading your article. But want to observation on some
    basic issues, The web site style is wonderful, the articles is in reality excellent :
    D. Just right process, cheers

    Have a look at my site: Marietta

  14. Thanks a lot for providing individuals with a very memorable opportunity to discover important
    secrets from this blog. It is usually very nice and
    also packed with amusement for me and my office fellow workers to search the blog at the very least 3
    times in 7 days to read through the fresh guidance you have got.
    And definitely, I’m also always amazed considering the wonderful tricks you serve.
    Certain 3 facts in this post are particularly the most
    suitable we’ve ever had.

    Also visit my web page imperios6.com

  15. An outstanding share! I have just forwarded this onto a
    co-worker who has been doing a little research on this.
    And he in fact ordered me breakfast simply because I found
    it for him… lol. So allow me to reword this…. Thank YOU for
    the meal!! But yeah, thanx for spending some time to talk about this issue here on your web page.

    Here is my blog :: great sex

  16. I have been exploring better sex tips for women
    a little bit for any high quality articles or weblog posts in this sort of house .
    Exploring in Yahoo I at last stumbled upon this site. Studying this information So
    i am satisfied to convey that I have an incredibly excellent
    uncanny feeling I found out just what I needed.
    I such a lot indubitably will make certain to don?t forget
    this website and give it a glance on a continuing basis.

  17. Hi there, just became alert to your blog through Google,
    and found that it’s really informative. I’m going to watch out for brussels.
    I will appreciate if you continue this in future.
    Many people will be benefited from your writing. Cheers!

    Stop by my web page: diets bullshit

  18. Thank you for sharing excellent informations. Your web-site is very cool.

    I’m impressed by the details that you have on this blog.
    It reveals how nicely you understand this subject. Bookmarked this
    website page, will come back for extra articles. You, my pal, ROCK!
    I found simply the information I already searched all over the place and simply couldn’t come across.
    What a perfect web site.

    My webpage: https://prettypeople.club/index.php/blog/212501/healthy-crash-diet-before-wedding

  19. I am not sure where you are getting your information, but great
    topic. I needs to spend some time learning more or understanding
    more. Thanks for great information I was looking for this information for my mission.

    Also visit my web page … air cooler

  20. I blog frequently and I seriously appreciate your
    information. This article has really peaked my interest.
    I will bookmark your website and keep checking for new details about once per week.
    I subscribed to your Feed too.

    Also visit my web page … muscle mass

Comments are closed.