Bridging Business & Law: Conversation with Benesch Partner Who Has JD/MBA

In this episode of Corner Office, Elise Powers sits down with Jared Oakes, Vice Chair of Benesch’s Real Estate Practice Group and the Chief Culture Officer of the firm. Jared talks about the importance of having a business mindset when helping clients solve their problems, and the ways he’s added value to clients beyond just the legal work. He shares the unexpected ways deciding to intern in-house rather than at a law firm in law school led to his success with business development. Jared gives helpful examples of how to stay in touch with your professional network so you can approach BD in a genuine, authentic way.