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104 TOP 25 WOMEN OF LAW JULIE MORAN Senior Executive Counsel, Orlans PC Orlans PC is the largest WBENC-certified women-owned law firm in America and Julie Moran, Orlans' Senior Executive Counsel, is proud to have been a part of its creation, in addition to founding a professsional women's organization. "Twenty years ago, I was only one of two women managing partners in a Bos - ton-based law firm . . . [Today] I continue to focus on removing obstacles that stifle women's advancement," said Moran. Despite the strides women have made in the industry, there are still obstacles to overcome. "While hiring practices to attract more women candidates have improved, we continue to falter in providing the mentoring, career paths, and advancement opportunities women need to succeed," said Moran. Among her career highlights, Moran cites being appointed to the Massachusetts Homeownership Advisory Committee by the Governor in recognition of her advocacy for homeownership. Navigating federal and state laws is a crucial part of Moran's job, and making sure her clients are compliant is one of the most rewarding parts as well. "I truly enjoy taking the most challenging regulatory schemes and working alongside our clients to help create legally compliant documents and processes," said Moran. Among the challenges the industry will see in 2018 is navigating accelerated state enforce - ment actions impacting compliance and process efficiency, Moran predicted. REAL ESTATE AND FINANCE NUMBER OF YEARS PRACTICING LAW: 25 AMY POLOWY Managing Partner, Gross Polowy, PLC In her 13 years of practicing law, Amy Polowy is most proud of starting her own firm six years ago in New York with her business partner, Adam Gross. "At Gross Polowy, we have assembled a talented, hardworking team that's committed to steadily growing the firm on the basis of its integ- rity. We have taken great care to build a reputation of quality, thought leadership, and client service, striving not to be the biggest but to be the best in New York," Polowy said. ƒe most professionally invigorating part of Polowy's work happens while addressing difficult challenges brought to the firm by its clients who've sought Gross Polowy out to curate solutions that best serve their businesses. "Seeking the firm's guidance displays our clients confidence in our abilities," Polowy said. Polowy's tried-and true-method of aligning client and law firm processes to create the best business exchange possible has proven a success for the firm. "Law firms in our industry should be flexible enough to adjust processes accurately and swiftly to meet the needs of the changing legal landscape and the pressure put on mortgage servicers," Polowy said. When sharing her views on work-life balance in the industry, Polowy said, "ƒe biggest chal - lenge for any lawyer is keep ing a good work-life balance in a world where technology enables you to remain connected and client relationships are constantly visible via social media. It can be both a blessing and a curse." CREDITOR RIGHTS IN FORECLOSURE AND BANKRUPTCY NUMBER OF YEARS PRACTICING LAW: 13 DIANE S. ROSENBERG Owner and Managing Partner, Rosenberg & Associates, LLC When she first started her firm 15 years ago, it was common for Diane S. Rosenberg to be the sole, woman-owned business leader attending industry events. Rosenberg recalled that she often found it intimidating and challenging to prove her validity. However, she pushed through these chal- lenges and today, utilizes her 26 years of industry experience and knowledge for her clients' benefit. "My combined degrees in business, marketing, and law helped to build the foundation of my law firm and prepare for the ongoing challenges that my firm encounters," said Rosenberg. Day to day, she continues to strengthen her team by making internal training a priority. "Having a well-trained workforce fosters educated, engaged, challenged, and flexible employees who have the ability to handle multiple and ongoing changes in the work environment," Rosenberg explained. One of the most enriching parts of Rosenberg's job as Owner and Managing Partner of Rosenberg & Associ - ates is corroborating with her legal team to resolve difficult legal issues and presenting 'outside-the- box' solutions to her clients. "It is imperative that lenders and servicers present all documentation, information, and goals upfront and that they maintain open communications with their attor - neys," said Rosenberg. DEFAULT NUMBER OF YEARS PRACTICING LAW: 26