Professional Background

Debra S. Hare serves as a trusted advisor, coach, and mentor to lawyers seeking to enhance practice generation skills and client relationship strategies while reinforcing a culture of exceptional client experience. As the Senior Director for Business Development Training & Coaching at Morgan Lewis, she specializes in one-on-one coaching, providing tailored guidance that empowers lawyers to develop their personal brand, expand client opportunities, and drive firm-wide growth. Debra also designed and implemented a comprehensive business development training program that equips lawyers with the skills and confidence needed to cultivate strong client relationships, identify new business opportunities, and maximize long-term success. In 2025, Debra received a Gold Stevie Award for “Business Development Professional of the Year.” The judges commented on the “innovative, inclusive, and impactful approach to business development training.” Debra maintains her certification as a business development coach and CX Professional and recently obtained her OKR Training Certification.