Cordell Parvin practiced law for more than 36 years. He developed a highly successful national construction law practice. During his career, Cordell was a rainmaker and taught, mentored and coached young lawyers on their careers, work-life balance and rainmaking. Cordell also was a Practice Group Leader and worked with other Practice Groups helping them to develop their business plans and strategies.
At Jenkens & Gilchrist, PC, Cordell initiated and directed the firm's Attorney Development Program. He created a comprehensive program for associate development focused on skill development, mentoring, shadowing and career planning. Cordell motivated the leadership of his firm to get behind the associate development program and to focus attention on the importance of career planning.
In 2005 Cordell left Jenkins and Gilchrist so he could work full time with lawyers to help them secure, retain, and expand relationships with clients.
He has a passion for teaching and coaching young lawyers. He recognizes that each lawyer has unique skills, talents and dreams. He works with lawyers as individuals and seeks to inspire and energize them based on their individual career and life dreams. He currently coaches lawyers from across the United States and Canada.
What Sets Cordell Apart
Nothing can be more valuable to a young lawyer than working with someone who has achieved career success, satisfaction and balance; and has a passion for teaching and coaching. Cordell built a national practice and has been a top performer and rainmaker throughout his 35 year career. Throughout his career he has worked with associates and partners helping them understand their career and life purpose and core values, and helping them achieve their individual career goals.
Cordell makes his home in Dallas with Nancy, his wife of 42 years and greatest supporter. Nancy is an avid golfer who started playing when she was 40 years old and now has a 1 handicap. She plays in tournaments in Texas and across the United States.
While Cordell is proud of the work he has done for clients and, more recently, for lawyers, law firms and law students, he is most proud of his daughter, Jill, who follows her passion and teaches special education.
Law Firm Retreats & Conferences
To contact Cordell about speaking at your law firm retreat or conducting training seminars for your attorneys:
Call Joyce Flo @ 214-866-0550
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