California Assistant Managing Partners Earn Prestigious Certification Following Intensive Executive Education Program at Harvard Law School in Cambridge

CALIFORNIA — Foley Mansfield, PLLP is proud to announce that Angela V. Sayre and Suzanna Minasian, the Assistant Managing Partners of the firm’s California offices located in Los Angeles and Walnut Creek, have successfully completed the Leadership in Law Firms certification program offered through Harvard Law School Executive Education. The rigorous, week-long program was held on the campus of Harvard Law School in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and concluded in May 2026.

The Harvard Law School Executive Education Leadership in Law Firms program is one of the most prestigious professional development offerings available to legal industry leaders. Designed exclusively for senior law firm leadership, the program equips participants with advanced frameworks for strategic management, organizational leadership, client development, and the future of legal services.

“Completing this program alongside the nation’s top legal minds was an extraordinary experience. The insights we gained will directly shape how we lead our firm and serve our clients throughout California and beyond.” — Angela V. Sayre, Assistant Managing Partner, California.

The certification reflects Foley Mansfield’s deep commitment to leadership excellence and continuous investment in the professional growth of its management. By completing this program, Angela and Suzanna join an elite network of global law firm leaders from across the country who have been recognized for their dedication to advancing the standards of legal practice and firm management.

The week-long immersive curriculum at Harvard Law School included sessions on leading high-performance legal organizations, navigating competitive market dynamics, fostering inclusive firm cultures, and leveraging innovation within the legal profession. Participants engaged directly with Harvard faculty, researchers, and fellow senior legal professionals from firms across the United Statesglobe.

“This experience reinforced what we believe at the core of our firm — that exceptional client service begins with exceptional leadership. We look forward to bringing everything we learned back to our team and to the communities organizations we serve.” — Suzanna Minasian, Assistant Managing Partner, California.

Foley Mansfield has long been committed to legal excellence, fostering the development of some of the nation’s most successful defense trial attorneys. Providing superior leadership within Foley Mansfield ensures that the firm will continue to provide our clients with outstanding legal professionals as their counsel. The completion of the Harvard Law School Executive Education program is one way Foley Mansfield stays at the forefront of innovative, client-centered legal leadership.

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