Corporate lawyers are often involved in major decisions, including public mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Barbara Oikle, a Senior Legal Editor with Practical Law's Corporate and M&A service, has knowledge of this practice. Barbara discusses tips for succeeding as a corporate attorney, the role of junior associates and the transition from law school to the corporate world.

Before joining Practical Law, Barbara was a shareholder at Greenberg Traurig. She also worked at Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP.