The Boston Bar Association recently featured Co-Managing Partner Rob Kole in its “Meet the Managing Partner” series, highlighting his career journey, leadership philosophy, and vision for Choate’s future. In the feature, Rob reflects on nearly three decades at the firm, crediting mentorship and collaboration as cornerstones of his professional growth. “Looking back, it is remarkable how much the people you work with influence your career path, and I really hope I can pay that forward,” he shares. He also notes how his early experiences shaped his approach to leadership — one rooted in teamwork, accountability, and client service excellence. Rob outlines four key priorities guiding his tenure as Managing Partner: maintaining Choate’s hallmark low-leverage, partner-led model; modernizing client service through firm-wide innovation; nurturing the next generation of leaders; and strengthening the culture that defines Choate. “If I am successful in doing those four things, Choate will be well-positioned for continued success,” he says The full interview can be found on the Boston Bar Association’s website.