Month: January 2024

Blumenthal Richter & Sumet (“BRS”) was delighted to have organized and participated at the lecture titled “Translating your U.S. Legal Education into a Successful Legal Career,” in conjunction with Georgetown University Law Center, one of the United States’ “Top-14” law schools. The event took place at the Faculty of Law of Chulalongkorn University on January 11, 2024.

The panel for this event included Ira Blumenthal, Senior Partner (Georgetown ’94), and Sumet Mingmongkolmitr, Senior Partner and Head of Tax & Customs (Chulalongkorn’90). The panel was moderated by Pimprapat Snidvongs Na Ayudhaya, Manager (Georgetown ’20). Also in attendance were Dr. Poomsiri Dumongvute, Vice Dean at Chulalongkorn University Faculty of Law, and Theerada Towithelertkul (Chulalongkorn’ 17), Associate.

Our panelists covered topics such as U.S. legal education, its values and application process, and the competitive advantage offered by Georgetown University Law Center. These advantages, stemming from  its prominent location in Washington D.C. included  global reach, and well-rounded approach to legal education. Furthermore, Ira and Sumet provided insights into how the skills and experience developed during an overseas secondary law degree, positions associates for success in their legal careers. For example, students learn  how to frame their legal advice with a business-oriented perspective and international context. Our Senior Partners also took the opportunity to share “tips & tricks” for thriving in a law firm, ranging from applying for an entry-level associate position to how to continue to grow and succeed in the environment.

“I’ve always believed that a global perspective enhances one’s ability to excel in the practice of law,” remarked Ira. “Georgetown Law played a pivotal role in shaping my understanding of the legal landscape, and it’s an honor to share insights with the next generation of legal professionals.”

Sumet Mingmongkolmitr added, “An international legal education is an investment that pays off throughout your entire career. We express our gratitude to our friends at Chulalongkorn for the opportunity to share our perspectives with the next generation of aspiring lawyers.”

Blumenthal Richter & Sumet (“BRS”) was delighted to host Caryn Voland, Dean for Graduate Admissions at Georgetown University Law Center (“Georgetown Law”), during her visit to Bangkok, Thailand. Senior Partner Ira Blumenthal, a proud graduate of Georgetown Law’s Juris Doctorate program (Class of ’94), organized this information session as part of our commitment to the career development program for associates and our support for their continued education.

Ira and Caryn provided associates with an understanding of how, as the practice of law becomes increasingly international, an understanding of U.S. law provides lawyers with a competitive advantage. In addition to sharing information on Georgetown Law’s academic program and application process, Caryn also offered advice on how the LL.M. degree could fit into prospective students’ various career paths.

Furthermore, Ira discussed how obtaining a second legal degree at Georgetown Law provides junior to mid-level associates with many intangible personal and professional benefits. These benefits include access to a global alumni network and exposure to the life experience of living in Washington D.C.

Ira remarks, “BRS’s Associates have always distinguished themselves from their peers at other firms by their business-oriented perspective. The process of spending time in a foreign country and growing as a person, not just as a lawyer, adds to one’s ability to frame legal practice in a variety of contexts. Georgetown Law has played a noteworthy role in my career as a lawyer, entrepreneur, and investor.”

Georgetown Law, based in Washington D.C steps away from the Supreme Court of the United States,” is one of the United States, “Top-14” law schools.