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Karyn is a Boston University School of Law Graduate and currently works as the Founder, Chief Activator, and Systems Entrepreneur at Shift the Prism Advisory. Karyn's journey offers a masterclass on trying new things and being open to new jobs. All from what I call her as, The Master of Legal Financial Services. Karyn and I start in her first year of Law School at Boston University School of Law. Karyn would be one of those people who loved Law School, as she always wanted to be a lawyer and felt that experience was awesome to be a part of. Karyn notes that as a concrete theoretical thinker, the marriage between that and the facts of any given case was the perfect blend, that she would enjoy for the rest of her legal career. She also found the law to be an amazing vehicle to uplift others. We then moved to Karyn's post Law school experiences starting as a corporate attorney in the Big Law setting. She cherished the mentors she had early in her career, laying the foundation and groundwork for the great success that would ensue in her career. Then starting at Citi Bank, Karyn made a conscious decision to continue to gain experiences, being a student for life. For the following 6 years at Citi Bank, she would hold 5 different positions, all with the purpose of adding more value and skills to her arsenal, a prime example of a great approach to anyone's legal career. Finally, we spoke about her time at PNC, recruited for her amazing skills, and continued to hold different positions to gain even more skills. At the end of her career, she would have every job she could in legal financial services, becoming an expert to those interested in the industry. We also spoke about what she does today at Shift the Prism Advisory, advising, consulting, and coaching, supporting founders who impact their communities. This episode is a masterclass on navigating the legal financial services industry and offering as much value as possible to any employer. As Karyn says, this is a lesson in being a student for life—never, ever, stop learning! Karyn's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karynpolakShift the Prism Advisory: https://shifttheprism.comBe sure to check out the Official Sponsors for the Lawyers in the Making Podcast:Rhetoric - takes user briefs and motions and compares them against the text of opinions written by judges to identify ways to tailor their arguments to better persuade the judges handling their cases. Rhetoric's focus is on persuasion and helps users find new ways to improve their odds of success through more persuasive arguments. Find them here: userhetoric.comThe Law School Operating System™ Recorded Course - This course is for ambitious law students who want a proven, simple system to learn every topic in their classes to excel in class and on exams. Go to www.lisablasser.com, check out the student tab with course offerings, and use code LSOSNATE10 at checkout for 10% off Lisa's recorded course!Start LSAT - Founded by former guest and 21-year-old super-star, Alden Spratt, Start LSAT was built upon breaking down barriers, allowing anyone access to high-quality LSAT Prep. For $110 you get yourself the Start LSAT self-paced course, and using code LITM10 you get 10% off the self-paced course! On top of that, Alden offers an upcoming 10-week course for the January LSAT. Using code LITM100 you get $100 off the 10-week course! Check out Alden and Start LSAT at startlsat.com and use both code LITM10 for 10% off the self-paced course, and LITM100 for $100 off the 10-week course!Thanks for reading Lawyers in the Making Podcast! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lawyersinthemaking.substack.com

Mikko is a Dr. V. Orestes Romualdez Educational Foundation College of Law Graduate, and currently works as a Board Member of the Denning International Law Advisory Board doing high-impact research for Project Pakistan. Mikko's journey is riveting, spectacular, and full of wisdom as well as being our third international guest and our first law student from the Philippines!Mikko and I started almost a full decade before he decided to go to Law School. After graduating and beginning work as an accountant, Mikko would stay on that path, but life would change forever after a super typhoon hit the Philippines displacing him and losing his house, and his belongings. Mikko would turn to online work, being a link builder, and trying to find his way again. Years previous he wanted to attend law school in the capital of the Philippines but didn't have the money for it. After years of hard work, he would finally be able to get into Dr. V. Orestes Romualdez Educational Foundation College of Law.Mikko's first year, due to the pandemic, would be done online, making the transition easy, and loving the work that came with it. But the second year would represent an obstacle, as coming in person, Mikko's grades would drop, and doubt would cause him to almost drop out in that Fall semester. But after finding a mentor through a friend, Mikko would stick with Law school, ending Law school ranked 3rd among his peers. Mikko and I took a deep dive into his experience at the IBA ICC Moot Court Competition, which remains the highlight of his Law School journey. After 9 months of preparation, Mikko and his teammates would travel to the Netherlands for an amazing experience. Mikko would speak on this experience at great length, talking about the competition, and the great camaraderie with his fellow competitors making connections, and friends he still speaks to today. Finally, Mikko stresses to never give up, as you never want to close those potential doors that are on the other side of Law School. Additionally, Mikko has started a podcast of his own, the first episode linked below, all surrounding his love for international law and discussion about the international law issues in the world today. Be sure to check out Mikko's first episode below! Mikko's Podcast: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/mikko-solis-077811218Mikko's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikko-solis-077811218Be sure to check out the Official Sponsors for the Lawyers in the Making Podcast:Rhetoric - takes user briefs and motions and compares them against the text of opinions written by judges to identify ways to tailor their arguments to better persuade the judges handling their cases. Rhetoric's focus is on persuasion and helps users find new ways to improve their odds of success through more persuasive arguments. Find them here: userhetoric.comThe Law School Operating System™ Recorded Course - This course is for ambitious law students who want a proven, simple system to learn every topic in their classes to excel in class and on exams. Go to www.lisablasser.com, check out the student tab with course offerings, and use code LSOSNATE10 at checkout for 10% off Lisa's recorded course!Start LSAT - Founded by former guest and 21-year-old super-star, Alden Spratt, Start LSAT was built upon breaking down barriers, allowing anyone access to high-quality LSAT Prep. For $110 you get yourself the Start LSAT self-paced course, and using code LITM10 you get 10% off the self-paced course! On top of that, Alden offers an upcoming 10-week course for the January LSAT. Using code LITM100 you get $100 off the 10-week course! Check out Alden and Start LSAT at startlsat.com and use both code LITM10 for 10% off the self-paced course, and LITM100 for $100 off the 10-week course!Thanks for reading Lawyers in the Making Podcast! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lawyersinthemaking.substack.com

Sarah is a University of Dayton School of Law Graduate and currently works as the Co-Founder of Foward Slash / Health and as the Head of Legal at Tracy Health. What does it take to rewrite the rules and carve your own path? Meet Sarah—a relentless innovator, multitasker extraordinaire, and a true trailblazer in law.In this episode, we dive into Sarah's extraordinary, non-linear journey. It began almost two decades before law school, at Harding University, where she earned her MBA in Health and Healthcare. For the next decade, Sarah climbed the ranks of healthcare leadership, serving as VP of Revenue Cycle at AIE Medical Management—all while teaching as an adjunct professor at American University. However, as legal bills mounted, Sarah knew she needed a new solution, which led her to join one of the first ABA-approved hybrid JD programs at the University of Dayton.Her first year of law school was anything but smooth. With limited resources available for online students, Sarah turned adversity into innovation. She co-authored Digitally Remastered: Modern Law School, a game-changing textbook to support hybrid law students like herself—all while juggling motherhood and three jobs.Sarah's story doesn't stop there. She took on multiple internships, from serving as a judicial intern to contributing at Clearbrief. She eventually landed a role at Gordon Rees as an associate attorney. However, her passion for healthcare led her back to the industry she began in. Today, Sarah leads as the Head of Legal at Tracy Health and co-founded Forward Slash / Health within the same organization, driving innovative solutions at the intersection of health and law.This episode is packed with insights about resilience, intuition, and the power of reinvention. Whether you're in law, healthcare, or any other field, Sarah's story is sure to inspire.Tune in for a masterclass in grit, industriousness, and relentless ambition.Sarah's Newsletter: Foward Slash Health NewsletterSarah's Textbook: https://cap-press.com/books/isbn/9781531026943/Digitally-RemasteredSarah's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-covington-7691b555Be sure to check out the Official Sponsors for the Lawyers in the Making Podcast:Rhetoric - takes user briefs and motions and compares them against the text of opinions written by judges to identify ways to tailor their arguments to better persuade the judges handling their cases. Rhetoric's focus is on persuasion and helps users find new ways to improve their odds of success through more persuasive arguments. Find them here: userhetoric.comThe Law School Operating System™ Recorded Course - This course is for ambitious law students who want a proven, simple system to learn every topic in their classes to excel in class and on exams. Go to www.lisablasser.com, check out the student tab with course offerings, and use code LSOSNATE10 at checkout for 10% off Lisa's recorded course!Start LSAT - Founded by former guest and 21-year-old super-star, Alden Spratt, Start LSAT was built upon breaking down barriers, allowing anyone access to high-quality LSAT Prep. For $110 you get yourself the Start LSAT self-paced course, and using code LITM10 you get 10% off the self-paced course! On top of that, Alden offers an upcoming 10-week course for the January LSAT. Using code LITM100 you get $100 off the 10-week course! Check out Alden and Start LSAT at startlsat.com and use both code LITM10 for 10% off the self-paced course, and LITM100 for $100 off the 10-week course!Thanks for reading Lawyers in the Making Podcast! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lawyersinthemaking.substack.com

Steve is a UConn School of Law Graduate and currently works as the organizing and Network Director at the People's Parity Project. This episode dives into one of the most compelling journeys yet, showcasing how winding roads often lead to powerful destinations. Steve's story embodies the very essence of this podcast: that there's no straight pathway into the legal field, only your unique journey!We kicked things off nearly two decades before law school ever crossed Steve's mind. A Boston University chemistry major, Steve made a bold decision to leave school and join the US Army. Later, he returned to finish his degree and launched a career as a researcher and scientist. But it was a legal struggle with the US Army that opened his eyes to the power of the law—sparking a passion he didn't yet realize.While still immersed in his scientific career, Steve dedicated more of his time to veterans' legal services. Gradually, his love for science waned as his commitment to law grew. Eventually, Steve took the plunge and enrolled at UConn School of Law.Law school wasn't smooth sailing. Just as Steve began his 1L year, the birth of his child and a major car accident set him back by a month. Yet, he powered through, leveraging the discipline and problem-solving skills he'd honed as a scientist.Our conversation reveals his evolving interest in public interest law, a field that calls to him deeply. Steve's clear sense of purpose has been his compass, helping him find joy and resilience through every challenge.Today, Steve is part of the People's Parity Project, rallying law students nationwide to make real changes in public interest law. From veterans' rights to systemic reform, Steve's work inspires others to bring about meaningful change.His journey reaffirms something I've long believed: anyone, regardless of background, can step into the field of law and make an impact. Steve's story is proof.Steve's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-kennedyBe sure to check out the Official Sponsors for the Lawyers in the Making Podcast:Rhetoric - takes user briefs and motions and compares them against the text of opinions written by judges to identify ways to tailor their arguments to better persuade the judges handling their cases. Rhetoric's focus is on persuasion and helps users find new ways to improve their odds of success through more persuasive arguments. Find them here: userhetoric.comThe Law School Operating System™ Recorded Course - This course is for ambitious law students who want a proven, simple system to learn every topic in their classes to excel in class and on exams. Go to www.lisablasser.com, check out the student tab with course offerings, and use code LSOSNATE10 at checkout for 10% off Lisa's recorded course!Start LSAT - Founded by former guest and 21-year-old super-star, Alden Spratt, Start LSAT was built upon breaking down barriers, allowing anyone access to high-quality LSAT Prep. For $110 you get yourself the Start LSAT self-paced course, and using code LITM10 you get 10% off the self-paced course! On top of that, Alden offers an upcoming 10-week course for the January LSAT. Using code LITM100 you get $100 off the 10-week course! Check out Alden and Start LSAT at startlsat.com and use both code LITM10 for 10% off the self-paced course, and LITM100 for $100 off the 10-week course! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lawyersinthemaking.substack.com

Ryan is a Western New England University School of Law Graduate and works as the Co-Founder of Best Era. In this episode, Ryan takes us on an incredible journey of innovation, grit, and the art of hanging your own shingle in the legal world. From law student to pioneering founder of CT Trial Firm and Best Era, his story is packed with insights for anyone interested in entrepreneurship and legal transformation.Our conversation begins just before Ryan's entry into Western New England University School of Law. Initially, law school wasn't on his radar—his undergraduate years were dedicated to other interests. But a spark ignited, driven by a desire to help others through the law. Ryan knew he'd found his calling.We delve into his first year, a time Ryan describes as “learning a new language.” Law school, for him, was a job—one he treated with utmost dedication. His advice to law students? Get to know your peers deeply and embrace every opportunity to learn. Mentorship played a pivotal role in his journey, and he encourages young lawyers to seek mentors early and often.From there, we explore Ryan's next chapters: starting CT Trial Firm, building Best Era, and stepping into academia with a groundbreaking course in Legal Entrepreneurship. As a professor, he teaches the crucial skills every modern lawyer needs—thinking like a businessperson, staying open-minded, and relentlessly executing a vision. He's a strong advocate for embracing the rapid tech changes transforming the field.This episode is a masterclass in legal entrepreneurship, leadership, and the evolving world of legal tech. Don't miss Ryan's wisdom and his stories! Ryan's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanmckeenBest Era: https://bestera.ioTiger Tactics: Powerful Strategies for Winning Law Firms: https://a.co/d/atgvoq4Tiger Tactics CEO Edition: From ZERO to Law Firm CEO: https://a.co/d/dQbY3PpBe sure to check out the Official Sponsors for the Lawyers in the Making Podcast:Rhetoric - takes user briefs and motions and compares them against the text of opinions written by judges to identify ways to tailor their arguments to better persuade the judges handling their cases. Rhetoric's focus is on persuasion and helps users find new ways to improve their odds of success through more persuasive arguments. Find them here: userhetoric.comThe Law School Operating System™ Recorded Course - This course is for ambitious law students who want a proven, simple system to learn every topic in their classes to excel in class and on exams. Go to www.lisablasser.com, check out the student tab with course offerings, and use code LSOSNATE10 at checkout for 10% off Lisa's recorded course!Start LSAT - Founded by former guest and 21-year-old super-star, Alden Spratt, Start LSAT was built upon breaking down barriers, allowing anyone access to high-quality LSAT Prep. For $110 you get yourself the Start LSAT self-paced course, and using code LITM10 you get 10% off the self-paced course! On top of that, Alden offers an upcoming 10-week course for the January LSAT. Using code LITM100 you get $100 off the 10-week course! Check out Alden and Start LSAT at startlsat.com and use both code LITM10 for 10% off the self-paced course, and LITM100 for $100 off the 10-week course! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lawyersinthemaking.substack.com

Scott is a Baylor University School of Law Graduate and currently works as the Founder and Trial Lawyer of Snellings PLLC. Ever wonder what it's like to pivot from aspiring doctor to a lawyer, only to face one of life's biggest challenges just as you open your own law firm? In this episode, I sit down with Scott Snellings, who shares a deeply personal and professional story about reinvention, resilience, and creating meaningful success on his terms.We kick things off at Baylor University, where Scott initially set his sights on becoming a doctor. With a background in psychology and an EMT license under his belt, he seemed destined for medicine—until a D in Biology pushed him to rethink his path. This unexpected detour led him straight into the rigorous world of Baylor University School of Law, a completely different animal from any learning experience he'd encountered.Rather than chasing a niche specialization, Scott honed the meta-skill of learning itself—a decision that later became one of his biggest assets. His early interest in product liability landed him a role at Hartline, Dacus, Barger, Dreyer, and Kern, where he learned how to strategize, solve problems independently, and develop what he calls “the human side of the law.” Four years later, Scott decided it was time to bet on himself and open Snellings PLLC.But just two months into this new chapter, life threw him a curveball: he needed a kidney transplant. In a remarkable twist, his best friend turned out to be a perfect match. Scott returned to the firm with renewed energy and purpose, using his experience to shape a company culture grounded in core values and long-term vision.We also dive into The Driven Crowd Podcast, where Scott interviews high achievers to extract lessons on ambition, success, and personal growth. The podcast has not only enriched his personal development but has also become a powerful referral engine for his business.This conversation is more than just a career story—it's a masterclass in resilience, continuous learning, and building a life aligned with your values. Scott's journey from potential doctor to lawyer, through personal challenges and entrepreneurial success, is one you won't forget.Tune in to discover how setbacks can become turning points, and why core values are critical whether you're leading a law firm or hosting a podcast.Don't miss this episode—Scott's story will leave you inspired, motivated, and ready to tackle your own challenges head-on.Check out all of Scott's content, including his podcast and blog, below!Scott's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-snellingsScott's Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1945495Scott's Blog: https://snellingsinjurylaw.com/blog/Be sure to check out the Official Sponsors for the Lawyers in the Making Podcast:Rhetoric - takes user briefs and motions and compares them against the text of opinions written by judges to identify ways to tailor their arguments to better persuade the judges handling their cases. Rhetoric's focus is on persuasion and helps users find new ways to improve their odds of success through more persuasive arguments. Find them here: userhetoric.comThe Law School Operating System™ Recorded Course - This course is for ambitious law students who want a proven, simple system to learn every topic in their classes to excel in class and on exams. Go to www.lisablasser.com, check out the student tab with course offerings, and use code LSOSNATE10 at checkout for 10% off Lisa's recorded course!Start LSAT - Founded by former guest and 21-year-old super-star, Alden Spratt, Start LSAT was built upon breaking down barriers, allowing anyone access to high-quality LSAT Prep. For $110 you get yourself the Start LSAT self-paced course, and using code LITM10 you get 10% off the self-paced course! On top of that, Alden offers an upcoming 10-week course for the January LSAT. Using code LITM100 you get $100 off the 10-week course! Check out Alden and Start LSAT at startlsat.com and use both code LITM10 for 10% off the self-paced course, and LITM100 for $100 off the 10-week course! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lawyersinthemaking.substack.com

Chris is a University of Maine School of Law Graduate and works as Falcon Foward Group's owner. This episode is packed with grit, purpose, and transformation. Chris's story is one of the most unique and inspiring journeys we've featured yet—a story that begins not in the halls of law school, but on the tarmac, maintaining aircrafts for the U.S. Air Force.At first, Chris had no interest—or natural talent—for mechanical work. But life had other plans. He discovered a love for troubleshooting and developed a knack for solving complex problems quickly, a skill that would serve him well beyond the Air Force.Eventually, Chris earned a degree in Organizational Leadership from Columbia Southern University. The knowledge he gained wasn't just academic; it armed him with insight into the systemic issues plaguing his workplace. His time in the Air Force wasn't without hardship—Chris experienced whistleblower retaliation from a squad leader, an event that led him to retire but also ignited a new passion: the law.In 2019, Chris entered the University of Maine School of Law, driven by a tragic loss—two members of his former unit took their own lives that same year. For Chris, it was clear: the system was broken, and he was determined to fix it. Despite battling imposter syndrome in his first year, Chris found purpose in the law, filing public records requests and even influencing legislation. His legislation would push the Department of Defense towards releasing suicide data, a move that shed light on the crisis facing service members.As a Law Student in his 40s, Chris is living proof that it's never too late to reinvent yourself. His journey and fight for justice is far from over, and as he puts it, "There's still a lot of work to do."Today, Chris is the host of the 20 Years Done podcast and the founder of Falcon Forward Law Group, where he fights tirelessly for veterans nationwide. His energy and relentless advocacy bring a powerful new dimension to this episode.Tune in to hear Chris's inspiring story firsthand, from aircraft troubleshooting to legislative victories—and everything in between. Check out the links below for his podcast, law firm, and an exclusive article chronicling his fight for justice.You won't want to miss this one. This episode is a testament to resilience, reinvention, and the power of purpose.Chris's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cmcgheeChris's Website: https://www.fafo-law.comChris's Podcast: https://www.20yearsdone.com/podcastArticle on Chris's advocacy: https://americanmilitarynews.com/2024/09/a-maine-man-helped-get-the-defense-department-to-release-detailed-suicide-data-hes-not-satisfied/Be sure to check out the Official Sponsors for the Lawyers in the Making Podcast:Rhetoric - takes user briefs and motions and compares them against the text of opinions written by judges to identify ways to tailor their arguments to better persuade the judges handling their cases. Rhetoric's focus is on persuasion and helps users find new ways to improve their odds of success through more persuasive arguments. Find them here: userhetoric.comThe Law School Operating System™ Recorded Course - This course is for ambitious law students who want a proven, simple system to learn every topic in their classes to excel in class and on exams. Go to www.lisablasser.com, check out the student tab with course offerings, and use code LSOSNATE10 at checkout for 10% off Lisa's recorded course!Start LSAT - Founded by former guest and 21-year-old super-star, Alden Spratt, Start LSAT was built upon breaking down barriers, allowing anyone access to high-quality LSAT Prep. For $110 you get yourself the Start LSAT self-paced course, and using code LITM10 you get 10% off the self-paced course! On top of that, Alden offers an upcoming 10-week course for the January LSAT. Using code LITM100 you get $100 off the 10-week course! Check out Alden and Start LSAT at startlsat.com and use both code LITM10 for 10% off the self-paced course, and LITM100 for $100 off the 10-week course! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lawyersinthemaking.substack.com

Brittany is a Thomas Jefferson School of Law Graduate and currently works as the Chief Product Officer at Tempello and as a Managing Attorney at Dracup and Patterson. In this episode, I sit down with Brittany, whose career has taken her from the law officer to the cutting edge of legal technology. Brittany started her legal journey in family law, with a passion for helping others, volunteering extensively, and contributing over 100 hours to Legal Aid Societies. But today, her path is shifting in a way she never anticipated.We go back to her early days when Brittany's legal aspirations took root. After earning her undergraduate degree, she spent two years exploring a wide range of legal internships and jobs. Despite gaining valuable experience, Brittany admits these roles couldn't fully prepare her for the real challenges of law school or the practice of law itself—something that resonates with many in the profession.At Thomas Jefferson School of Law, Brittany faced the academic grind head-on, describing it as “getting the kitchen sink thrown at you,” but with a twist—she didn't allow the pressure to define her. Instead, her balanced approach helped her thrive, not only in her studies but also in her commitment to community service.As she transitioned into the legal workforce, Brittany landed her first role as an associate attorney, diving deep into family law. But she quickly learned just how steep the learning curve can be. That experience eventually led her to join forces with her father's firm, Dracup & Patterson, where she had the freedom to choose her cases and carve out her own space in the legal world.But here's where the story gets really interesting—Brittany's legal career might be coming to a close as she embarks on a new entrepreneurial venture. Alongside her father and brother, Brittany is now the Chief Product Officer of Tempello, a groundbreaking legal tech startup. We dive into her transition from law to tech, what it's like leading a family business, and how her knack for master organization has carried her from courtroom success to startup leadership.Brittany's story is a powerful reminder that you can always shift gears, no matter where you are in life. Whether you're in the thick of law school or a seasoned attorney, this episode is packed with insights on navigating career transitions, building resilience, and finding success on your terms.Brittany's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanydracupesqTempello AI: https://tempello.aiBe sure to check out the Official Sponsors for the Lawyers in the Making Podcast:Rhetoric - takes user briefs and motions and compares them against the text of opinions written by judges to identify ways to tailor their arguments to better persuade the judges handling their cases. Rhetoric's focus is on persuasion and helps users find new ways to improve their odds of success through more persuasive arguments. Find them here: userhetoric.comThe Law School Operating System™ Recorded Course - This course is for ambitious law students who want a proven, simple system to learn every topic in their classes to excel in class and on exams. Go to www.lisablasser.com, check out the student tab with course offerings, and use code LSOSNATE10 at checkout for 10% off Lisa's recorded course! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lawyersinthemaking.substack.com

Frank is a University of Miami School of Law Graduate and currently works as a Partner at Goldberg Segalla. In this episode, I sit down with Frank, a prolific writer, speaker, and all-around powerhouse in the legal world. Frank's journey is a masterclass in consistency—rising above the noise through relentless effort and smart strategies.We kick things off by exploring Frank's law school days at the University of Miami. Law school was no cakewalk, but Frank cracked the code: build a strong support system, create your tribe, and stay on top of your readings. Simple, but game-changing.Frank's legal career took off at Hinshaw and Culbertson, where he cut his teeth in criminal defense before embarking on a 26-year run at Clarke and Silvergate. Frank shares his blueprint for becoming a partner: specialize, build a client base, generate revenue, and master the 8:30–6:30 grind. His advice is pure gold for anyone aiming to reach the top.With over 70,000 LinkedIn followers, Frank knows a thing or two about networking. He breaks it down: grab two coffees a week with clients for in-person growth, and build a strong online presence with a killer profile and consistent engagement. Exponential growth, both online and offline, is the name of the game.We also dive deep into Frank's extensive body of work—20+ books, 400 articles, and countless training videos. His secret? Show up every day. Post consistently. And, most importantly, live out your destiny. Frank believes we're all connected by one universal truth: we're human beings.Frank is an absolute legend in the legal industry, and his influence only grows. Don't miss this episode—it's packed with actionable insights from a master of the craft.Check out Frank's content below for more!Frank's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/miamimentorFrank's Website: https://www.miamimentor.comBe sure to check out the Official Sponsors for the Lawyers in the Making Podcast:Rhetoric - takes user briefs and motions and compares them against the text of opinions written by judges to identify ways to tailor their arguments to better persuade the judges handling their cases. Rhetoric's focus is on persuasion and helps users find new ways to improve their odds of success through more persuasive arguments. Find them here: userhetoric.comThe Law School Operating System™ Recorded Course - This course is for ambitious law students who want a proven, simple system to learn every topic in their classes to excel in class and on exams. Go to www.lisablasser.com, check out the student tab with course offerings, and use code LSOSNATE10 at checkout for 10% off Lisa's recorded course! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lawyersinthemaking.substack.com

M.C. is a UCLA School of Law Graduate and works as a partner at Complex Appellate Litigation Group. In this episode, I sit down with the unstoppable M.C., whose journey is a masterclass in resilience, reinvention, and relentless curiosity. Starting as an aspiring writer and poet before pivoting to law, M.C.'s path took an unexpected turn when she enrolled at UCLA School of Law. We talk about how that first year—the toughest by far—tore her down and built her back up, immersing her in the "language of law" and reshaping her vision for the future.But what really stands out is how M.C. figured out what not to do in law through trial experience—a revelation that ultimately sharpened her focus on what mattered most to her.We dive into her early days at Irell & Manella and Horvitz & Levy, where she was truly “thrown into the fire,” working on cases right out of the gate. This baptism by fire not only honed her skills but also fueled her confidence. M.C. shares the strategies that propelled her to partnership—how success is rarely a one-size-fits-all path, the importance of building a book of business and becoming the go-to expert in your niche.Our conversation takes a deep dive into two vital career accelerators: Mentorship and a concept new to this podcast, Sponsorship. M.C. explains how mentorship helps you ask the right questions and acquire skills you didn't know you needed, while sponsorship—having key people advocate for you behind closed doors—can be the secret weapon to unlocking those game-changing opportunities.And it doesn't stop there. We explore M.C.'s latest achievements, including being awarded the prestigious Ellis Island Medal of Honor, her current role at Complex Appellate Litigation Group, and the launch of her own podcast, The Portia Project. Plus, a new frontier piquing her interest—Air and Space Law.If you're looking for practical advice on navigating law, mentorship, and building a career on your own terms, you won't want to miss this one. Check out M.C.'s incredible journey and be sure to tune into The Portia Project below!M.C.'s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mcsungailaM.C's Podcast: https://www.portiaprojectpodcast.comBe sure to check out the Official Sponsors for the Lawyers in the Making Podcast:Rhetoric - takes user briefs and motions and compares them against the text of opinions written by judges to identify ways to tailor their arguments to better persuade the judges handling their cases. Rhetoric's focus is on persuasion and helps users find new ways to improve their odds of success through more persuasive arguments. Find them here: userhetoric.comThe Law School Operating System™ Recorded Course - This course is for ambitious law students who want a proven, simple system to learn every topic in their classes to excel in class and on exams. Go to www.lisablasser.com, check out the student tab with course offerings, and use code LSOSNATE10 at checkout for 10% off Lisa's recorded course! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lawyersinthemaking.substack.com

Erin is a Tulsa College of Law Graduate and works as the Founder and CEO of Powerhouse Lawyers. Erin's story is all about pivots, resilience, and becoming what she calls the "CEO of her life." In this episode, we dive into her unconventional path from an uncertain undergrad to the founder of Powerhouse Lawyers, where she empowers women in the legal world through community and connections.We begin with Erin's leap into law school, not out of passion, but because, in her words, she simply didn't know what else to do. What's fascinating is that, despite her initial ambivalence, Erin fell in love with the intellectual challenge law school provided. Key to her success? A strong support system that helped her navigate those rigorous years with unexpected ease.But Erin's story doesn't follow a straight line. Post-graduation, things got rocky. It took nearly a year to land her first legal job, and even then, she felt uninspired. Despite completing law school, nothing in the legal field ever clicked for her. This became a recurring theme in her career, which she discusses candidly in our conversation — maybe the law wasn't her true calling after all.And yet, every great story has its breakthrough moment. Erin eventually found her passion outside the traditional legal path, founding Powerhouse Lawyers to create a network for women lawyers seeking more out of their careers and lives. In this episode, Erin shares actionable insights on personal development: asking the right questions, gaining clarity on what you want, and cultivating the mindset necessary for transformative change.We also dive into her Powerhouse Lawyers retreat, where like-minded women step away from the daily grind to reflect on their goals and reimagine what's possible. Erin's journey is a testament to the power of reinvention — proof that it's never too late to pivot toward something meaningful.Erin's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-gernerErin's Podcast: https://powerhouselawyers.transistor.fmPowerhouse Lawyers Retreat: https://www.eringerner.com/powerhouse-lawyers-retreat-septemberBe sure to check out the Official Sponsors for the Lawyers in the Making Podcast:Rhetoric - takes user briefs and motions and compares them against the text of opinions written by judges to identify ways to tailor their arguments to better persuade the judges handling their cases. Rhetoric's focus is on persuasion and helps users find new ways to improve their odds of success through more persuasive arguments. Find them here: userhetoric.comThe Law School Operating System™ Recorded Course - This course is for ambitious law students who want a proven, simple system to learn every topic in their classes to excel in class and on exams. Go to www.lisablasser.com, check out the student tab with course offerings, and use code LSOSNATE10 at checkout for 10% off Lisa's recorded course! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lawyersinthemaking.substack.com

Ayyan is a University of Cal Berkeley School of Law Graduate and works as an Associate at A&O Shearman. In this episode, I sit down with Ayyan, a fellow Long Island native whose path has taken him from the familiar shores of Stony Brook University to the dynamic halls of UC Berkeley School of Law. Ayyan's journey is a compelling narrative of self-discovery, shaped by the people he's met and the places he's been.We kick things off by exploring Ayyan's transition from the East Coast to the West. He shares his experiences navigating the challenges of his 1L year in a completely new environment, where knowing no one forced him to rely on self-care and build a support system from the ground up. Ayyan offers valuable insights on how to strategically approach law school—choosing the right classes and internships to not just survive, but thrive.As we progress through Ayyan's career, we delve into his time as a clerk at the Nevada Supreme Court, a period he describes as pivotal for reflection and self-discovery. It's here that Ayyan began to crystallize his vision for what he wanted—and didn't want—from a career in law.Though Ayyan's journey in the legal field is just beginning, his insights are anything but ordinary. Whether you're a law student, early in your legal career, or simply someone looking to carve out your path, Ayyan's story offers a treasure trove of wisdom on navigating law school, finding mentors, and crafting a career that aligns with your values.Ayyan's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ayyan-zubair-a7547ab8Be sure to check out the Official Sponsors for the Lawyers in the Making Podcast:Rhetoric - takes user briefs and motions and compares them against the text of opinions written by judges to identify ways to tailor their arguments to better persuade the judges handling their cases. Rhetoric's focus is on persuasion and helps users find new ways to improve their odds of success through more persuasive arguments. Find them here: userhetoric.comThe Law School Operating System™ Recorded Course - This course is for ambitious law students who want a proven, simple system to learn every topic in their classes to excel in class and on exams. Go to www.lisablasser.com, check out the student tab with course offerings, and use code LSOSNATE10 at checkout for 10% off Lisa's recorded course! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lawyersinthemaking.substack.com

Jenn is an Emory University School of Law Graduate and currently works as the Owner CEO and Certified Life Coach at Jenn Deal Coaching and as Of Counsel at Thomas Horstemeyer. In this episode, I sit down with Jenn Deal, a trademark lawyer and career coach whose journey is a masterclass in self-discovery, resilience, and the power of a growth mindset.We start with Jenn's time at Emory School of Law, where her love for learning made law school both a challenging and deeply fulfilling experience. Jenn shares how a serendipitous encounter with a professor ignited her passion for trademark law, setting her on the path to where she is today.As we delve deeper, Jenn opens up about the struggles she faced—battles with mindset, self-talk, and the pursuit of perfection. She offers insights into how she navigated these challenges, from her clerkship to her current roles. Her reflections on what she wishes she had known earlier in her career are invaluable for anyone on a similar path.The conversation takes a fascinating turn as we explore one of my favorite topics: the growth mindset. Jenn dives into self-talk, self-awareness, and the power of incremental changes. She also introduces the concept of toxic positivity, a new idea for me, but one that's crucial in the world of personal development.Jenn's wealth of knowledge in growth mindset and self-help makes this episode a treasure trove of wisdom. Trust me, you don't want to miss it!Jenn's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jenn-deal-coachingBe sure to check out the Official Sponsors for the Lawyers in the Making Podcast:Rhetoric - takes user briefs and motions and compares them against the text of opinions written by judges to identify ways to tailor their arguments to better persuade the judges handling their cases. Rhetoric's focus is on persuasion and helps users find new ways to improve their odds of success through more persuasive arguments. Find them here: userhetoric.comThe Law School Operating System Recorded Course - Use this Link (https://www.lisablasser.com/offers/nAytQusX?coupon_code=LSOSNATE10) or go to LisaBlasser.com for 10% off her recorded course! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lawyersinthemaking.substack.com

Video version: https://youtu.be/UxhvN5ssFDk   In this video I interviewed Law Graduate and Retired Police Officer Daniel, about the very unfortunate officer involved shooting of Sonya Massey. We believe the shooting was NOT justified, and Daniel breaks down the incident more when it comes to the legal matters to look at when it comes to use of force. If you work in law enforcement, Daniel's advice is profound.   Daniel's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=police+law+news   For the full video of the incident, head to the Police Activity Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U2rMB2fYjuY&t=990s   For more conversation about legal topics: https://traffic.libsyn.com/f0224f22-3323-4914-b2bc-6fc84cbbae6f/Zach.mp3   -----------------------------   Disclaimer: The creator is not responsible for errors, omissions, or results from using this information. The views or opinions belong solely to the Creator. Information by the Creator is for Educational Purposes Certain Content herein is subject to the Doctrine of “Fair Use”    

Justin is a University of Virginia School of Law Graduate and Currently works as an Appellate Attorney and Shareholder at GableGotwals. In this episode, Justin shares his remarkable journey, demonstrating the pivotal role of networking in his career trajectory. From one position to another, Justin leveraged his connections to climb the legal ladder.We kick off with Justin's law school experience, where he found immense joy in attending classes, learning, and engaging in legal problem-solving. His enthusiasm for intellectual stimulation became a recurring theme throughout his career.Our conversation then delves into Justin's varied experiences during and after law school, highlighting the significance of networking and mentorship. Justin's clerkships were a transformative period, igniting his passion for appellate work, a field that perfectly aligned with his love for intellectual challenges.Justin also provides insights into his current role at GableGotwals, discussing the essential tools and traits that define an ideal junior associate. He walks us through a day in his life, emphasizing the dynamic and ever-changing nature of his work.Justin's attitude and intellectual curiosity are qualities anyone can emulate. Plus, his unique fascination with dictionaries adds a delightful twist to his story. Tune in to discover the power of networking, mentorship, and a lifelong love for learning in shaping a successful legal career.Justin's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/justinlollmanBe sure to check out the Official Sponsors for the Lawyers in the Making Podcast:Rhetoric - takes user briefs and motions and compares them against the text of opinions written by judges to identify ways to tailor their arguments to better persuade the judges handling their cases. Rhetoric's focus is on persuasion and helps users find new ways to improve their odds of success through more persuasive arguments. Find them here: userhetoric.comThe Law School Operating System Recorded Course - Use this Link (https://www.lisablasser.com/offers/nAytQusX?coupon_code=LSOSNATE10) or go to LisaBlasser.com for 10% off her recorded course! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lawyersinthemaking.substack.com

Ryan is a University of Wyoming College of Law Graduate and Currently works as the Founder of Hive-Five JD Hive and as a Restorative Family Mediator at Flannel People Mediation. Join us for an extraordinary episode with Ryan, a story of monumental struggles and even greater triumphs—a true tale for the ages.We begin with Ryan's entrance into law school, driven by his passion for learning and a quest to find his career path. In a display of raw honesty, Ryan opens up about his law school experience, grappling with personal alcoholism, and the devastating loss of his mother. He shares how he confronted and continues to overcome these challenges.As we often say on the podcast, one's journey is never straight but rather a winding road. Ryan's path led him to earn a Master's in Creative Writing, immersing himself completely in the world of writing. However, needing an income, he shifted gears. With no legal experience beyond law school, he took a bold step, announcing his practice on Facebook.Ryan went on to found Flannel People Mediation and High-Five JD Hive, communities of cultural innovators in the legal space, redefining professionalism. His story is not just inspiring—it's a testament to self-discovery. Ryan's depth and storytelling are captivating, and this episode is one you don't want to miss. Gain valuable insights and be inspired by Ryan's remarkable journey.Ryan's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/talkwithryanmBe sure to check out the Official Sponsors for the Lawyers in the Making Podcast:Rhetoric - takes user briefs and motions and compares them against the text of opinions written by judges to identify ways to tailor their arguments to better persuade the judges handling their cases. Rhetoric's focus is on persuasion and helps users find new ways to improve their odds of success through more persuasive arguments. Find them here: userhetoric.comThe Law School Operating System Recorded Course - Use this Link (https://www.lisablasser.com/offers/nAytQusX?coupon_code=LSOSNATE10) or go to LisaBlasser.com for 10% off her recorded course! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lawyersinthemaking.substack.com

Steven is a University of Pittsburgh School of Law Graduate and works as the Second Vice President at Western World Insurance Group. Join us for an engaging and hilarious journey with Steven, whose career is a testament to the power of not taking life too seriously. From his days at SUNY Albany to earning his law degree at the University of Pittsburgh School of Law, Steven's path to AIG is filled with memorable anecdotes and comedic relief, reflecting his unique character.In this episode, Steven shares his rich experiences in the legal field, always with a humorous twist. His stories from his current role at Western World Insurance Group, where he specializes in mediation and negotiation management, are both enlightening and entertaining. Steven's lighthearted approach to serious matters like disputes and arguments offers a refreshing perspective on the often intense legal landscape.We also dive into Steven's latest ventures as an author. His award-winning book "Cranky Superpowers" and debut work "Effective Crankiness" showcase his distinctive voice and knack for humor. Steven also explores his passion for children's literature with his delightful series on Snoodles and their whimsical adventures.Tune in for a conversation that blends insightful legal discussions with plenty of laughter, as Steven proves that even in the most serious professions, there's always room for a bit of fun.Be sure to check out all of Steven's books below! Steven's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/steven-joseph-884ab21bA Grownup Guide to Effective Crankiness: The Crankatsuris MethodCranky Superpowers: Life Lessons Learned From the Common CrankaTsuris ChroniclesSnoodles, Kidoodles, Poodles, and Lots and Lots of NoodlesThe Last Surviving Dinosaur: The TyrantoCrankaTsurisSnoodles in Space: A Snoodle, the Zoodle Kidoodles, and One Happy SchmoodleSnoodles in Space, Episode 2: The Zoodles Strike BackCheck out the Official sponsor of the Lawyers in the Making Podcast Rhetoric:Rhetoric takes user briefs and motions and compares them against the text of opinions written by judges to identify ways to tailor their arguments to better persuade the judges handling their cases. Rhetoric's focus is on persuasion and helps users find new ways to improve their odds of success through more persuasive arguments. Find them here: userhetoric.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lawyersinthemaking.substack.com

John is a Univesrity of Texas School of Law Graduate and works as a Managing Partner at Rushing McCarl. In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with John Rushing, whose journey is one of the most illustrious and multifaceted we've ever featured. From his mentorship under the former director of the NSA to dining with Barack Obama and Joe Biden, John's story is nothing short of extraordinary.Our conversation began at the University of Oxford, where John pursued Scholastic Philosophy and Theology. Despite his passion, he soon realized this path wasn't his calling. We delved into deep discussions on the overarching wisdom of philosophy and the perennial problem of evil. This, however, was just the warm-up.John then recounted his transition to the University of Texas School of Law, where he met his influential mentor, Bob Iman. Post-law school, John's career took off at Sidley Austin, one of the world's largest law firms. It was here that he ventured into political work, joining the campaign trail with an emerging Illinois Senator, Barack Obama. His political engagements continued as he later supported Joe Biden's presidential campaign.But John's ambitions didn't stop there. He shifted gears to become an actor, starring in multiple plays, one of which won a Pulitzer Prize. This success led him to Los Angeles, where he founded Rushing Entertainment. John thrived in the entertainment industry, acting in various shows and producing and directing movies.In 2020, John returned to his roots in law, co-founding Rushing McCarl with former guest Ryan McCarl. His story is a testament to the power of versatility and relentless pursuit of one's passions.John's wisdom and outlook on life are truly inspiring. His ability to succeed across diverse fields and live a life filled with purpose and adventure is something we can all aspire to emulate. Tune in to hear more about John's remarkable journey and the invaluable lessons he's learned along the way.John's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/john-rushing-b5401694John's IMBD: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3738224/?ref_=ext_shr_lnkCheck out the Official sponsor of the Lawyers in the Making Podcast Rhetoric:Rhetoric takes user briefs and motions and compares them against the text of opinions written by judges to identify ways to tailor their arguments to better persuade the judges handling their cases. Rhetoric's focus is on persuasion and helps users find new ways to improve their odds of success through more persuasive arguments. Find them here: userhetoric.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lawyersinthemaking.substack.com

Leslee is a New York University School of Law Graduate and Managing Partner at AllRise Legal Counsel. Join us as we dive deep into the fascinating and multifaceted journey of Leslee, a powerhouse in the legal world whose path to success is anything but straightforward. In this episode, Leslee takes us from her early days in BigLaw to founding her firm, AllRise Counsel, sharing invaluable insights and experiences along the way.Leslee opens up about the pivotal role mentorship played in her career, highlighting how being "thrown into the fire" helped shape her into a formidable lawyer and a compassionate human being. We explore her ascent within the law firm hierarchy, where she mastered the art of internal marketing, built a sterling reputation, and honed her client-centric approach and leadership skills.But it wasn't all smooth sailing. Leslee candidly discusses the highs and lows of her legal career, shedding light on the crucial process of discovering what she truly wanted—and didn't want—in her professional life.The conversation then shifts to her bold move to start her firm. Leslee shares her philosophy on maintaining a healthy work-life balance for her team, an ethos that has been instrumental to her firm's success. Her refreshing outlook on life and leadership offers inspiration for anyone aspiring to run their firm.Tune in for an episode filled with wisdom, authenticity, and actionable advice from one of the legal field's most dynamic leaders.Leslee's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/leslee-cohenCheck out the Official sponsor of the Lawyers in the Making Podcast Rhetoric:Rhetoric takes user briefs and motions and compares them against the text of opinions written by judges to identify ways to tailor their arguments to better persuade the judges handling their cases. Rhetoric's focus is on persuasion and helps users find new ways to improve their odds of success through more persuasive arguments. Find them here: userhetoric.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lawyersinthemaking.substack.com

Chris is a University of Virginia School of Law Graduate and works as the Senior Counsel at Alliance Defending Freedom. Prepare to be inspired by Chris's remarkable journey into the world of law. His path is a testament to the power of faith, resilience, and self-belief. In this episode, we delve deep into Chris's experiences, from the challenges of law school to landing his dream job. Chris shares invaluable insights on networking and mentorship, emphasizing how many legal professionals are eager to support the next generation.Chris's profound faith and religious background have significantly shaped his life and career. His story will not only inspire you but also encourage you to reflect on your own beliefs and values.Moreover, Chris provides an abundance of recommendations for legal podcasts and books that keep him attuned to the latest trends in the legal industry. His positive and thought-provoking mindset is truly contagious.Don't miss out on Chris's incredible content and his must-read legal writing guide, The Brief Writing Ninja Legal-Style Guide. This episode is packed with wisdom and practical advice that you won't want to miss!Chris's Brief Writing Ninja Legal-Style Guide: Style GuideChris's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/chris-schandevelCheck out the Official sponsor of the Lawyers in the Making Podcast Rhetoric:Rhetoric takes user briefs and motions and compares them against the text of opinions written by judges to identify ways to tailor their arguments to better persuade the judges handling their cases. Rhetoric's focus is on persuasion and helps users find new ways to improve their odds of success through more persuasive arguments. Find them here: userhetoric.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lawyersinthemaking.substack.com

Justin is a USC Gould School of Law Graduate and works as a Partner at ArentFox Schiff. In this episode, Justin and I embark on a fascinating journey, reminiscing about his beginnings at USC Gould School of Law and traveling through the corridors of the Big 10 Conference, the empire of Mr. Beast, and the creative genius of Matt Stone, co-creator of my favorite show, South Park.Justin shares his incredible experiences at USC Gould, offering valuable insights on how to excel academically, manage your time effectively, and maintain a healthy work-life balance. He emphasizes the importance of finding mentors and building connections with peers, highlighting how these relationships can lead to future opportunities.We delve into Justin's impressive career, exploring his roles at Fox Sports, NBCUniversal, and Dechert, where he discovered his passion for mergers and acquisitions. Justin recounts his journey to his current position at ArentFox Schiff, sharing captivating stories of the high-profile M&A deals he has worked on. The names and projects he mentions are truly astounding, showcasing the caliber of his daily work.In keeping with my commitment to an informal podcast style, we also dive into a lively discussion about my current favorite hobby: professional wrestling. Wrestling fans, you won't want to miss this segment!Justin's extensive experience and remarkable stories make this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in law, media, or M&A. His advice to young and aspiring attorneys is to savor every moment of law school and make the most of the opportunities it presents. Tune in for an episode packed with insights, inspiration, and a dash of fun! Justin's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/justinagoldbergCheck out the Official sponsor of the Lawyers in the Making Podcast Rhetoric:Rhetoric takes user briefs and motions and compares them against the text of opinions written by judges to identify ways to tailor their arguments to better persuade the judges handling their cases. Rhetoric's focus is on persuasion and helps users find new ways to improve their odds of success through more persuasive arguments. Find them here: userhetoric.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lawyersinthemaking.substack.com

Richard is a Maurice A. Deane School of Law Graduate and currently works as a Partner at Amster Rothstein and Ebenstien. Join us for an insightful conversation with Richard, whose path to law school and the legal profession is anything but typical. With a background in engineering, Richard brings a unique perspective to the legal world, challenging the conventional narrative of what it means to be a law student and litigator.In this episode, we delve into Richard's diverse experiences, uncovering the moments that ignited his passion for law and, equally important, the ones that didn't. As a seasoned litigator, Richard shares invaluable tips for aspiring legal professionals, emphasizing the importance of practical learning. From taking specialized classes and participating in moot court to attending acting school and practicing trial techniques in front of a mirror, Richard's advice is both practical and inspiring.But Richard's story doesn't end in the courtroom. We explore his exciting new venture, Little Dick's Hot Sauces, a testament to his love for cooking and flair for personal branding. With its catchy name and captivating origin story, Little Dick's Hot Sauces is a masterclass in marketing and entrepreneurial spirit.Tune in to gain insights from Richard's extensive legal career and discover how he's blending his professional expertise with personal passions to create a remarkable journey worth following. Whether you're an aspiring litigator or a budding entrepreneur, Richard's story is sure to inspire and motivate.Richard's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/rmandaroLittle Dick's Hot Sauces: https://www.littledickssauces.comCheck out the Official sponsor of the Lawyers in the Making Podcast Rhetoric:Rhetoric takes user briefs and motions and compares them against the text of opinions written by judges to identify ways to tailor their arguments to better persuade the judges handling their cases. Rhetoric's focus is on persuasion and helps users find new ways to improve their odds of success through more persuasive arguments. Find them here: userhetoric.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lawyersinthemaking.substack.com

Tyler is a Gonzaga University School of Law Graduate and currently works as the Owner of The Longhair Lawyer. Discover Tyler's unique journey to law school, where construction and farming backgrounds converge with legal expertise. His distinct perspective, shaped by past experiences, offers a refreshing lens through which to navigate the legal landscape.Delve into Tyler's insights on leveraging soft skills, honed through empathy and practical wisdom, to effectively connect with clients and craft meaningful solutions. Learn from his emphasis on personal branding as the "Longhair Lawyer," where appearance belies a depth of intelligence and professionalism.Tyler underscores the importance of Mission, Vision, and Values as cornerstones for success in the legal profession, offering invaluable guidance for aspiring lawyers and established practitioners alike. Join us as we explore Tyler's remarkable journey and glean practical wisdom for thriving in the legal world.Be sure to check out the rest of Tyler's content, and his podcast, below. Tyler's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tylerobrienjd2022Tyler's Website: https://www.longhair.lawyerCheck out the Official sponsor of the Lawyers in the Making Podcast Rhetoric:Rhetoric takes user briefs and motions and compares them against the text of opinions written by judges to identify ways to tailor their arguments to better persuade the judges handling their cases. Rhetoric's focus is on persuasion and helps users find new ways to improve their odds of success through more persuasive arguments. Find them here: userhetoric.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lawyersinthemaking.substack.com

Lisa is a Western State College of Law Graduate and Currently Works as the Co-Owner and Managing Partner at Blasser Law. Lisa candidly shares the challenges she faced, including academic probation, and her triumphant turnaround, culminating in the establishment of her firm alongside her husband.Through personal anecdotes and professional insights, Lisa unveils the genesis of the Law School Success Institute, a testament to her commitment to helping others navigate the rigors of legal education. Drawing from her own experiences, she unveils invaluable study strategies, emphasizing the significance of personalized learning systems and metacognitive approaches tailored to individual needs.Lisa's infectious enthusiasm and resilient mindset shine through, underscoring the principles that underpin her achievements. Don't miss out on Lisa's wealth of wisdom and her book "Nine Steps to Law School Success: A Scientifically Proven Study Process for Success" for additional indispensable advice on mastering law school.Check out the Official sponsor of the Lawyers in the Making Podcast Rhetoric:Rhetoric takes user briefs and motions and compares them against the text of opinions written by judges to identify ways to tailor their arguments to better persuade the judges handling their cases. Rhetoric's focus is on persuasion and helps users find new ways to improve their odds of success through more persuasive arguments. Find them here: userhetoric.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lawyersinthemaking.substack.com

Tony is a Saint Louis University School of Law Graduate and Currently works as the Founder and Creative Director at Contender. Dive into an enriching episode where Tony shares his transformative journey, delving into the depths of mindset and resilience amidst life's challenges. What sets this conversation apart is the unique turn it takes, with Tony probing the host about their own perspectives on mindset and conquering fear, offering listeners a two-way exploration of personal growth.Tony reflects candidly on his path to law school, unraveling the motivations behind his decision and the hurdles encountered along the way. Battling through the grips of addiction, Tony recounts his triumphs over adversity and his pivotal decision to step away from the legal profession.Venturing into uncharted territory, Tony embarks on a soul-searching odyssey across Asia before finding his way back to the United States, reigniting his passion for law. His tale of resurgence and self-renewal serves as a beacon of inspiration for all who listen.However, Tony's journey takes another unexpected turn as he and his family set sail for Canada, where he establishes his current endeavor, Contender. Throughout the episode, Tony generously shares a wealth of podcast and book recommendations, offering invaluable insights for every eager listener.Tony's narrative epitomizes the quest for self-discovery and the pursuit of passion with unwavering determination. Don't miss out on the opportunity to explore Tony's captivating story and discover a reservoir of inspiration. Connect with Tony and explore more of his compelling content on LinkedIn.Check out the Official sponsor of the Lawyers in the Making Podcast Rhetoric:Rhetoric takes user briefs and motions and compares them against the text of opinions written by judges to identify ways to tailor their arguments to better persuade the judges handling their cases. Rhetoric's focus is on persuasion and helps users find new ways to improve their odds of success through more persuasive arguments. Find them here: userhetoric.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lawyersinthemaking.substack.com

David is a Saint Louis University School of Law Graduate and Currently works as the Founder of Lexicon Legal Content. In Episode 39, join us as we explore David's fascinating journey from Cellist Player to Law Student, uncovering the motivations behind his decision to pursue law.David shares intimate insights into his law school experience and reveals the serendipitous turn of events that led him to carve out his distinctive niche in the legal sphere. It all began with a simple Craigslist job posting, propelling him toward his current role at Lexicon Legal Content.Through David's narrative, we underscore a recurring theme that resonates throughout our podcast episodes: there's no singular path to a legal career, only your own unique journey. He delves into the intricacies of his work at Lexicon Legal Content and offers invaluable insights into effective client communication strategies for lawyers.Join us for an episode that adds yet another dimension to the diverse landscape of legal profession possibilities.David's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/davidaratoDavid's Website: www.lexiconlegalcontent.comCheck out the Official sponsor of the Lawyers in the Making Podcast Rhetoric:Rhetoric takes user briefs and motions and compares them against the text of opinions written by judges to identify ways to tailor their arguments to better persuade the judges handling their cases. Rhetoric's focus is on persuasion and helps users find new ways to improve their odds of success through more persuasive arguments. Find them here: userhetoric.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lawyersinthemaking.substack.com

Patrick is a University of Illinois College of Law Graduate and currently works as the Owner and Attorney at Patino, King, and Yost. Dive deep into the journey to Law School with Patrick as he shares the motivations behind his decision to pursue this path. Together, we explore the highs and lows of his internships, revealing pivotal moments that shaped his trajectory, ultimately leading him to specialize in bankruptcy law today.In our conversation, Patrick reflects on the human aspect of the legal profession, emphasizing the significance of soft skills in guiding clients toward effective solutions. We delve into the evolution of his firm, where Patrick challenges traditional notions of professionalism by embracing authenticity—sporting sweatshirts, sweatpants, and his distinctive appearance.Personal branding emerges as a central theme, as Patrick elucidates its impact on his practice and the ethos of his firm. Through his podcast, The NewFangled Lawyer Podcast, Patrick extends his commitment to thought leadership, offering valuable insights and expertise.Explore Patrick's journey and philosophy further by tuning in to his podcast and connecting with him on LinkedIn for a wealth of content and perspectivesPatricks Podcast: The NewFangled Lawyer PodcastPatricks LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/patrickpatinoCheck out the Official sponsor of the Lawyers in the Making Podcast Rhetoric:Rhetoric takes user briefs and motions and compares them against the text of opinions written by judges to identify ways to tailor their arguments to better persuade the judges handling their cases. Rhetoric's focus is on persuasion and helps users find new ways to improve their odds of success through more persuasive arguments. Find them here: userhetoric.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lawyersinthemaking.substack.com

Amy is a City University Of New York School of Law Graduate and currently works as the Project Director for the Free to be Youth Project at the Urban Justice Center. Embark on an inspirational journey with Amy as she shares her path to law school and the legal profession in our latest podcast episode. Amy's story epitomizes the diverse routes individuals take to pursue their passion for law, echoing the core message of this podcast.In this enlightening conversation, Amy delves into the motivations and pivotal moments that led her to law school, from heartfelt conversations with old friends to her desire to make a meaningful impact. She candidly discusses the challenges she faced in her first year and how she navigated through them, offering valuable insights into overcoming obstacles on the path to success.Amy reflects on both the highs and lows of her legal journey, sharing her experiences from various internships and the process of discovering her niche within the field. Her journey underscores the importance of self-discovery and resilience in shaping a fulfilling legal career.As she discusses her current role as Project Director for the Free to Be Youth Project, Amy highlights the deeply human aspect of the law, emphasizing the transformative power of legal advocacy.Amy's narrative serves as a testament to the multitude of paths one can take to law school and the legal profession, reinforcing the notion that there is no singular trajectory in this field. Tune in to this captivating episode to gain insight into Amy's journey and discover the diverse possibilities within the legal landscape.Amy's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-leipziger-57378599 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lawyersinthemaking.substack.com

Martin is a Southern Illinois University School of Law Graduate and Currently works as a Lawyer and Owner of Legal Advocacy Headquarters. Martin's journey embodies the essence of this podcast – highlighting that there's no one-size-fits-all route to the legal profession, only your unique path.In this episode, Martin shares insights from his extensive military career and how those experiences shaped his perspective in law school and beyond. We delve into the importance of marketing, networking, and personal branding in the legal field, with Martin offering invaluable advice based on his own journey.Drawing from his work with entrepreneurs, Martin sheds light on the key qualities he believes contribute to their success. His relentless determination is evident as he embarked on his law school journey at the age of 48, embodying the spirit of never giving up.But that's not all – Martin generously shares his top book and podcast recommendations, enriching our knowledge base even further. This episode is a treasure trove of insights waiting to be explored!And don't forget to check out Martin's book, "The Top 10 Legal Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make In Their Small Business," where he delves deep into crucial topics discussed during our conversation.Martin's Book: https://a.co/d/7h1eJ5FMartin's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/martindparsons This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lawyersinthemaking.substack.com

Emily is a University of Mississippi School of Law Graduate and works as a partner at Husch Blackwell. In this episode, Emily shares her unique journey to law school, including a pivotal two-year stint teaching 5th grade before pursuing her legal career, and how this experience influenced her perspective profoundly.Delving into her law school experience, Emily discusses the highs and lows, emphasizing the significance of connecting with fellow students in different stages of their legal education. She also shares her narrative of finding her way to Milwaukee, highlighting the pivotal role networking played in her professional trajectory. Emily's dedication to building relationships shines through as she humbly suggests she may be one of Milwaukee's most recognized lawyers due to her extensive networking efforts.Throughout the conversation, Emily underscores the importance of achieving a healthy work-life balance, particularly in the demanding environment of Big Law. She candidly reflects on her struggles with mental health within the legal industry and offers invaluable insights into prioritizing self-care and seeking support when needed. Emily's success is not only defined by her legal acumen but also by her commitment to personal well-being and resilience.Tune in as Emily shares her wisdom on navigating the challenges of the legal profession, advocating for self-care, and the transformative power of seeking help when faced with adversity. Join us as we explore the profound lessons that have shaped Emily's remarkable journey and continue to inspire her ongoing success.Emily's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilystedman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lawyersinthemaking.substack.com

Scott is an Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law Graduate and currently works as a Partner at Lewis Kappes. In this compelling Episode 31, we take a deep dive with Scott, exploring his journey to and through law school, the strategic importance of leveraging your strengths, and the ins and outs of his daily work at the firm. Scott, who serves as the co-chair of the SBA Legal Department, brings a unique and insightful perspective on law, life, and the intersection of the two, offering invaluable wisdom that transcends professional boundaries.We also uncover the core qualities Scott believes are essential for entrepreneurs he collaborates with, highlighting the significance of adaptability, resilience, and visionary thinking in today's fast-paced business environment. Beyond his legal expertise, Scott shares his profound belief in the power of networking and mentorship, underscoring his conviction that cultivating meaningful relationships is the cornerstone of both personal and professional success.Don't miss out on the chance to glean wisdom from Scott's experiences and insights. For a deeper dive into his thoughts and to access a treasure trove of valuable content, be sure to visit Scott's LinkedIn page, linked below. Tune in to Episode 31 for an enriching dialogue that promises to leave you inspired and more informed.Scott's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottoliver5Thanks for reading Lawyers in the Making Podcast! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lawyersinthemaking.substack.com

Luke is a West Virginia University College of Law Graduate and currently the Founder and CEO of Rhetoric. Luke and I embarked on an illuminating conversation, exploring his path to law school while successfully balancing the demands of starting a Legal Tech software startup and having a family simultaneously. Our discussion delved extensively into the intricacies of Luke's company, Rhetoric, showcasing its cutting-edge technology that undoubtedly positions it as a frontrunner in the legal tech landscape for years to come. It was truly exhilarating to engage with a future titan in the legal tech industry, and I'm excited to witness the bright future ahead for Luke and his company. Don't miss the chance to explore Rhetoric - check out Luke's company below!https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke-yinglinghttps://userhetoric.com/index.html

It's the 14th September 1896, just a short distance from Brisbane, on Australia's east coast, and the sun is rising on Minjerribah Island, the ancestral land of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait ‘Quandamooka People'. It's an area rich in Aboriginal culture. It's also a colonised area, steeped in racism and division, and this is where the murder of six year old ‘Cassey' takes place.To investigate this tragic crime and its contemporary resonances, Lucy Worsley is joined by Guest Detective Vanessa Turnball Roberts. Vanessa is a proud Bundjalung Widubul-Wiabul First Nations woman, a Law Graduate and recipient of the Australian Human Rights Medal for her work around the adoption laws and forcible removal of First Nations children. Lucy hears that our case begins at ‘Myora Mission School', an institution set up by white settlers who wish to establish a ‘reformatory' for Aboriginal children. In reality, it's part of a wider ‘management' system aimed at controlling the First Nations population. The children are being trained in domestic duties to work as servants for white families. There's also evidence that some of the children – including six-year-old Cassey - have been forcibly taken from their homes. Whilst the children are under the supervision of their matron – a Dutch settler called Marie Christensen – Cassey is killed. Marie's cruel and fatal actions are witnessed by First Nations women Budlo Lefu, Topsy Mcleod and Polly Turnbull who bravely speak out on Cassey's behalf.Professor Rosalind Crone from the Open University travels to Australia to visit the site of the Mission School and meet local tribal elders.As the tragic murder unfolds, Vanessa explains that the subject which really underpins everything in this case, is Australia's ‘Stolen Generations', the forced removal of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children from their families and communities. Although this began during the earliest days of white settlement, Vanessa – herself, a survivor of the ‘Family Policing System' – reveals, it is not a thing of the past. Produced in partnership with the Open University.Producer: Nicola Humphries Readers: Paula Delany-Nazarski, Clare Corbett and Jonathan Keeble Sound Design: Chris Maclean Series Producer: Julia Hayball. A StoryHunter production for BBC Radio 4With thanks to The Minjerribah Moorgumpin Elders-In-Council and North Stradbroke Island Museum on MinjerribahNew episodes will be released on Wednesday wherever you get your podcasts. But if you're in the UK, listen to the latest full series of Lady Killers first on BBC Sounds. BBC Sounds - Lady Killers with Lucy Worsley - Available Episodes: http://bbc.in/3M2pT0K

Adam is a University of California Berkeley School of Law Graduate, currently working as a Principal at Optimized Legal Solutions, and writes for his blog, Empirical SCOTUSblog. Adam brings great insights about his own positive and negative experiences with the law, building a brand, and finding what line of work is right for you. Adam's current line of work at Optimized Legal Solutions, shows a fascinating look into the emerging industry of finding solutions and predicting behavior in the law in a data-driven way. Adam is certainly someone to keep your eye on in the coming years, pioneering a new way to view the field of law.⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-feldman-j-d-ph-d-48b91313

Hosts Sean Kempel and Ariana Saropoulou interview two of Hall & Wilcox's newest partners, Vanessa Murphy and Ben Cotter. Vanessa and Ben speak about their journey to partner, the areas they practice in and why they chose those areas, how their roles and responsibilities have changed since they were promoted to partner, and offer some advice to grads starting out their legal career.

Hosts Sean Kempel and Ariana Saropoulou chat with Partner Elisa Paxton and Senior National Early Careers Advisor Gilda Carter about why blind recruitment during the clerkship and graduate application process is so important, how to make your application stand out, how to prepare for an interview and why grads should consider applying to Hall & Wilcox.

Discover the journey of Carmen Farmer, a standout University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law alumna and Team USA Rugby Olympian, who now champions land and water conservation in Colorado. In this episode of "The Pulse," recorded during the Podcast Movement Conference in Denver, Colorado, our co-hosts dive deep into Carmen's transition from the rugby fields of the Rio Olympics to the vast landscapes of Colorado. As a senior conservation project manager at Colorado Open Lands, Carmen plays a pivotal role in safeguarding the state's unique ecosystems, ensuring a harmonious balance between rapid population growth, nature, and wildlife. Learn about her dedication to preserving Colorado's pristine wilderness for future generations and her remarkable academic journey from Virginia Tech to Maryland Carey Law. Don't miss this inspiring conversation of passion, sports, and environmental stewardship. Visit this episode on YouTube to watch our interview with Carmen Farmer from the Gaylord Rockies.Listen to The UMB Pulse on Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and wherever you like to listen. The UMB Pulse is also now on YouTube.Visit our website at umaryland.edu/pulse or email us at umbpulse@umaryland.edu.

Looking to apply to a law graduate program? Mary Pat Jacobs is the director of Apply Point Admissions Consulting, which specializes in medical, law, and business graduate applicants. In this episode, Mary shares her tips for applying to law graduate programs, including walking you through the whole process, how to set your resume up for success at later stages, how to write a strong essay, and more. Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the GRE exam - visit https://achievable.me to try our course for free.

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Law Graduate Ignites Controversy with Passionate Address on Perceived Injustice: Sparks Debate and Divides Opinions. Pags breaks it down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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SMC Adam Sarhan Interviewed Blake Moore CEO Touchstone Investments $25B AUM For Timeless Advice President and Chief Executive Officer of Touchstone Investments, Touchstone Advisors, Inc. and Touchstone Securities, Inc. $25B Blake Moore is president and chief executive officer of Touchstone Investments, Touchstone Advisors, Inc. and Touchstone Securities, Inc., all based in Cincinnati. He has overall responsibility for the company's business management and strategy, leading all aspects of distribution, product management, marketing, administration, advisory services and relationship management as well as acquisition activities. His experience in the financial services industry dates to 1993. Prior to joining Touchstone in 2020, Mr. Moore served as president of North American Asset Management at Foresters Financial, where he had responsibility for all asset management and related businesses. Before Foresters, Mr. Moore served as managing director and head of the Americas region for UBS Global Asset Management, a firm with over $600 billion in assets under management. He has also held senior executive positions at Mackenzie Investments, where he served as executive vice president and head of distribution, and Allianz, where he served as chief executive officer of Allianz Global Investors Distributors and Allianz Global Investors Fund Management. He earned a bachelor's degree from the College of Wooster, where he currently serves on the board of trustees. He earned his law degree from Harvard Law School after playing six seasons in the National Football League with the Cincinnati Bengals and the Green Bay Packers. Website: https://www.westernsouthern.com/touchstone --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smartmoneycircle/support

Author/law graduate Jim Irving returns with a new release “Friend of the Devil” the fourth book of the Joth Proctor Series taking place outside Washington, DC where Joth is coerced into partnering with crime magnate Jimmie Flambeau in order to protect his former flame/workplace confidante Heather from personal and professional disaster! Jim also recaps the first book  ”Friends Like These” along with “Friend of a Friend” and “Friend of the Court” where tangled webs of crime, fraud, and deceit take place as Joth found himself struggling with cases that challenged his moral compass and caused him to commit an unspeakable crime himself! Check out his latest release and many other in the Joth Proctor series at www.jamesvirving.com today! #jamesirving #jimirving #jothproctor #lawgraduate #jimmieflambeau #friendofthedevil #friendofthecourt #friendslikethese #washingtondc #iheartradio #spreaker #spotify #applemusic #youtube #anchorfm #bitchute #rumble #mikewagner #themikewagnershow #mikewagnerjimirving #themikewagnershowjimirving     --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themikewagnershow/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themikewagnershow/support

Author/law graduate Jim Irving returns with a new release “Friend of the Devil” the fourth book of the Joth Proctor Series taking place outside Washington, DC where Joth is coerced into partnering with crime magnate Jimmie Flambeau in order to protect his former flame/workplace confidante Heather from personal and professional disaster! Jim also recaps the first book  ”Friends Like These” along with “Friend of a Friend” and “Friend of the Court” where tangled webs of crime, fraud, and deceit take place as Joth found himself struggling with cases that challenged his moral compass and caused him to commit an unspeakable crime himself! Check out his latest release and many other in the Joth Proctor series at www.jamesvirving.com today! #jamesirving #jimirving #jothproctor #lawgraduate #jimmieflambeau #friendofthedevil #friendofthecourt #friendslikethese #washingtondc #iheartradio #spreaker #spotify #applemusic #youtube #anchorfm #bitchute #rumble #mikewagner #themikewagnershow #mikewagnerjimirving #themikewagnershowjimirving     --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themikewagnershow/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themikewagnershow/support

'Japa' is a Nigerian slang which means 'running swiftly out of dangerous situations' and is widely used to describe migrating from the country, Nigeria in this case, in search of greener pastures. Everyday, Nigerians leave in droves for the United Kingdom, United States, Canada and a list of other countries including neighbouring Niger. Libya has become a connecting hub to Europe. The uniqueness of this concept is also in the irregularity and the conditions within which their ‘travelling out' takes place. In 2021, the World Bank statistics indicated 50% of Nigerians youth yearned to migrate. This begs the question: Do they truly  understand the dynamics of migrating and the new host countries? Do they have the tools and mindset necessary for life in a new country? How shall they survive and assimilate in the new environment? In what manner are they leaving the country? Are they being trafficked? These and many other questions are top of mind in this endemic global phenomenon. Taking the global situation into consideration requires an examination of the economic, social and political struggles and  issues, particularly during the current global endemic, which is affecting the world in many unprecedented ways. In this episode of Thinking Reimagined, Mrs. Comfort Agboko (Commander of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) Lagos Zonal Command), Deborah Duropitan (Tech Expert, Law Graduate), Jerry Adelu (Entrepreneur, Migrant Returnee), Chylian Azuh (Founder, Female Return Migrant Network), Peter Armand Boyo (Director, Actor, Filmmaker and Brand Ambassador), Dr. Ama (Founder, Allied Empowerment®️ & Live Abundantly®️) and Nifemi Oguntoye (Moderator) offer unique perspectives and share experiences and solutions to address the factors which drive irregular migration and human trafficking. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thinking-reimagined/message

What a pleasure it was to sit down with the fantastic Greg O'Shea. Olympian, Presenter, Media Personality, Fitness Instructor, Love Island Winner and Law Graduate! Talk about one hell of a CV. Greg sat down with Christy and Eoin for a very open and honest conversation. They discuss his experiences building up to and competing at the Olympics and the stresses that brought. Greg is very transparent about the pressures of being an elite athlete and speaks about how he dealt with it. Naturally he also covered the challenges he has had since winning Love Island and transitioning into a career as a media personality and influencer after retiring from rugby. Not an easy transition for anyone but made much harder doing it all in the public eye. As a high profile individual who naturally suffers from a lot of public scrutiny, Greg has a refreshing take on his own life and the lessons he has picked up along the way where we has ticked off an impressive array of sporting and professional achievements. This is an opportunity to listen to Greg O'Shea completely unfiltered and honest from start to finish and we are sure you will have more than a few tips you can take from this discussion. Links: Greg's Instagram - @gregoshea Greg's TikTok - @gregosheaofficial BettrWithGreg Instagram - @bettrwithgreg BettrWithGreg Website - https://bettrwithgreg.com/ Check out our website and follow us on social media for more tips and advice: Website - motuslearning.com Instagram - @motuslearning Facebook - @MotusLearning1 Twitter - @MotusL And as always; Mind Yourself :) ! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/motus-learning/message

For this episode, I sat down with Alexandria Police Seargent Brian Kakach and Alexandria Technical and Community College law enforcement graduate, Jack Anderson, to discuss the defund the police movement, no-knock warrants, systemic racism, and the relationship between the Alexandria Police Department and the community.  The Echo Press is proud to be a part of the Trust Project. Learn more at thetrustproject.org. Stay connected to your community with local news! Get your first month of access to ECHOPRESS.COM for only ninety-nine cents! Visit ECHOPRESS.COM/subscribe for this great offer! You can also stop by our office at 225 7th Ave E or call us at 320-763-3133. Support local journalism by subscribing and becoming a member at echopress.com. Your support will allow us to keep you informed.

For this episode, I sat down with Alexandria Police Seargent Brian Kakach and Alexandria Technical and Community College law enforcement graduate, Jack Anderson, to discuss the training, responsibilities and conflicts of being a police officer. Part two of our conversation will air next Thursday, May 26.  The Echo Press is proud to be a part of the Trust Project. Learn more at thetrustproject.org. Stay connected to your community with local news! Get your first month of access to ECHOPRESS.COM for only ninety-nine cents! Visit ECHOPRESS.COM/subscribe for this great offer! You can also stop by our office at 225 7th Ave E or give us a call at 320-763-3133. Support local journalism by subscribing and becoming a member at echopress.com. Your support will allow us to keep you informed.

Haley Taylor Schlitz was kind enough to join the WBAP Morning News. She is graduating from SMU's Law School at the age of 19. Since birth, she has had the determination and the will to succeed. Here her story and how she achieved it here.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  Today we unpack and discuss BAME leadership at the boardroom level, with the help of Janet Idowu - Service Manager and Project Development Nurse Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic Leadership at South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust. This is a must-listen for any aspiring BAME Leader and also for anyone seeking support in the spirit of allyship to ensure there is an equitable representation of people from diverse backgrounds at the boardroom level. Janet takes us on her journey from Law Graduate to a Service Lead in the NHS, she draws upon many experiences that people from minority groups can relate, with passion and conviction. Janet has been focused on Leading, implementing & managing BAME nurse development initiatives that facilitate non-registered staff, post registered nursing workforce development across the organisation. Oversight for the implementation of strategies designed to promote consistency, foster cultural and behavioural change within clinical practice learning environments Liaise with services and staff across the Trust to facilitate and manage practice development projects that support clinical development and help in managing the team's business plan, progress and reporting risk and issue management    Thanks, Janet for a wonderful, insightful conversation.   Enjoy!   Make life BOOM!

We interviewed Nic McGrue, founder of Polymath Legal PC and Pepperdine University Caruso School of Law Graduate. In this episode, we cover several key topics including: What a security is, and What the various Regulation D exemptions are How to Stay SEC Compliant When Raising Capital Social Media Tips for Creating Content That Doesn't Violate the SEC Guidelines And lots more! Connect with Nic: Website - https://polymathlegal.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/polymathlegal/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/polymathlegal/?hl=en Twitter - https://twitter.com/polymathlegal Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/PolymathLegal/ And if you want more tips and guidance, sign up to our weekly newsletter at www.donisinvestmentgroup.com/monopoly. Follow Us: @donisbrothers on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook @Donis Investment Group on Linkedin Website --> www.donisinvestmentgroup.com

We interviewed Nic McGrue, founder of Polymath Legal PC and Pepperdine University Caruso School of Law Graduate. In this episode, we cover several key topics including: What a security is, and What the various Regulation D exemptions are How to Stay SEC Compliant When Raising Capital Social Media Tips for Creating Content That Doesn't Violate the SEC Guidelines And lots more! Connect with Nic: Website - https://polymathlegal.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/polymathlegal/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/polymathlegal/?hl=en Twitter - https://twitter.com/polymathlegal Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/PolymathLegal/ And if you want more tips and guidance, sign up to our weekly newsletter at www.donisinvestmentgroup.com/monopoly. Follow Us: @donisbrothers on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook @Donis Investment Group on Linkedin Website --> www.donisinvestmentgroup.com

Authentic Podcast Episode 9: Join us as Toni Penina talks to us about her experience as a Law Graduate, talents, and Careers that we must pursue, and also about vulnerability to ourselves! Support the show

The UWA Fogarty and Winthrop Scholars Leadership Reception was an opportunity to hear from some outstanding former scholars as they shared their experiences and perspectives on leadership development. Panellists included: James Dingley, BPhil(Hons) '21, Project Manager at UWA Aerospace Tom Durkin, BCom '15, JD '18, Law Graduate at Cullen Macleod Simon Thuijs, BPhil(Hons) ‘'17, GradCertBusPsych '20, UWA Masters student Jasmin Sekhon BCom '15, MD '18, MPH '21, Resident Medical Officer at King Edward Memorial Hospital Georgie Carey, BCom '17, BCom(Hons) '18, Town of Mosman Park Councillor Anish Badgeri, BPhil(Hons) '17, DipModLang '18, Teacher at Perth Modern School  

Welcome to the Dead Dads Society, the therapy group in the form of a podcast. Thanks for coming along if this is your first time and thanks for coming back if you've been before.My guest this week is an old friend of mine Craig Evans. Craig was a successful breakfast radio host and comedian but has had a change of career and gone into law!We chat all about his name change, the change of careers at an older age and all about Craig's battle with testicular cancer.I loved catching up with Craig and this was a really great chat which I hope you guys like!As always if you like what I'm doing at the DDS then give us a like/subscribe or follow on the socials @Deaddadssociety and @mitchgarling.X o X o Gossip Garl

We have started a new initiative ie. News Capsules for the week. Check our latest episode here. About the Guests We have esteemed guests for the podcast- Safal Tom, Law Graduate, Founder and Former Secretary-General of CUSAT MUN Nebu Titus Thomas, Engineering Graduate, Founder and Former Secretary-General of TKM MUN SOC My Mic- https://amzn.to/3esUinq DM on our FB, Insta page or comment down for collaborations. Read the full podcast summary here. Our Website- https://infodailybyjrp.blogspot.com/p/podcasts.html Follow us Facebook|Quora|Anchor |Telegram|Clubhouse|Instagram --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jairam-r-prabhu/support

What's it like coming out at work? How do you do it? Why does it matter? Rachel Nicolson, Partner and joint head of the firm's ALLin LGBTQ+ network, and Andy Tolé, Law Graduate, join Caitlin and Will to discuss being out at work. Rachel, Andy, Caitlin and Will share their personal experiences and give their perspectives on how to navigate job applications, interviews, CVs and workplaces for identifying clerks and grads (and their allies).  Explore more stories of Pride at Allens and find out more about our approach to diversity and inclusion 

Andrew Davis, Partner at Goodwin Procter and Oxford University Alumni, shares his thoughts on the future of fintech and gives invaluable career advice for any aspiring law graduate.The former Magic Circle graduate started his career at Allen & Overy, before departing for Taylor Wessing. Within just 14 years of graduating from Oxford University, with a degree in Law, Andrew made Partner at Taylor Wessing and spent 7 years in his position before joining Goodwin Procter as a Partner, advising in their Technology and Life Sciences practices.Andrew Davis joins Work in Fintech founder Matthew Cheung and founder member Ben Ford to help our listeners better understand the future of fintech, investment trends in the industry, and how law students can get themselves a seat in the Magic Circle.For more episodes like this please visit www.workinfintech.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.

*SPONSOR*We are SO excited to announce that we have Official Sponsorship from a truly incredible company in Odin's Vault, a dedicated company who only provide the very best officially licensed Pop Culture Merchandise, from Funko Pops to T Shirts, DC Comics to Marvel, you want it? Then over RIGHT NOW to Odin's Vault - Website Below:https://odinsvault.co.uk/​​​Welcome to Episode 54 of The Hip Hop Orchestra Presents PodcastIn this AMAZING episode, we are introduced to the truly inspirational Vanessa Threadgold, Co-founder of music management consultancy JVO, Law Graduate and Creator of Cactus City Studios/Pioneer of creating safe spaces for Women in Music.Vanessa shares with us how she got into the Music Business, how she found her time at Law School and her inspirational reasoning behind creating Cactus City Studios, an all Female Studio whilst also what incredible goals she has planned for the future :)We hope you enjoyAvailable For Download On All Major Platforms - https://www.buzzsprout.com/826003/episodesFull Length Trackhttps://soundcloud.com/gsavvides/violin-hip-hopThe Hip Hop Orchestra Patreon Page:https://www.patreon.com/TheHipHopOrchesta?fan_landing=trueVanessa ThreadgoldWebsite - https://www.gabriellaswallow.com/aboutTwitter - @wearequeenInstagram - @vanitygoldLinkedin - Vanessa ThreadgoldThe Hip Hop Orchestra:Instagram - @TheHipHopOrchestraFacebook - The Hip Hop OrchestraTwitter - @TheHipHopOrchTik Tok - @TheHipHopOrchestraGeorgio Savvides:Instagram - @georgiosavvidesFacebook - Georgio SavvidesTwitter - @GioSavvides

Quickfire Questions: In today's episode, Megan (she/her) talks to Eilidh (she/her) about what Eilidh is doing after graduating from Oxford. Do you have to become a lawyer if you study law? Do you have to have a strict career plan? How can you decide what you want to do? Tune in to find out all this and more!

Creator, Law Graduate & Disability Activist, Danielle Jinadu, speaks to Mikai about the complexities of disability, desirability politics and the intricate intersections that shape her experience. Danielle recommends: 'My Body is not an Apology'

Published: January 6, 2021 Colby Sharma is a Law Graduate and author of The Curveball and is based in Toronto, Ontario. Colby discusses his journey through writing his first fiction novel while balancing the studies of Law School at the University of Liverpool. We discuss some of the themes of The Curveball and how they relate to our lives, the idea of looking for opportunities that will lead to great opportunities or “getting on base” and how Colby overcame adversity in school growing up and used it as fuel to pursue his passion for writing. Buy The Curveball on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Curveball-Story-Grit-Adversity-Winning/dp/B08L1T3W4S/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2K8580SD97E3S&dchild=1&keywords=the+curveball+colby+sharma&qid=1609776146&sprefix=the+curveball+%2Caps%2C173&sr=8-1 Follow Colby Sharma on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/colbysharmaofficial/ colbysharma.com

In this episode I speak with Lucy Barnes who is a Brisbane based Barrister. Lucy's law journey wasn't conventional - working in Government and Child Protection prior to commencing her law degree and working outside of private practice as a Registrar for the Courts once she was admitted. Lucy shares what her day to day looks like, what the process of becoming a Barrister looks like and her advice for anyone considering a career as a Barrister. If you're considering a career as a Barrister or you're curious about what the process involves - this is the episode for you!

Today, we're looking at one of the primary issues facing transgender people in Australian correction centres: which prison do they serve time in, the prison of their biological sex or of their identified gender? Law Graduate, Talia Mason, looks at how it works in each state across Australia, and key areas of concern for this community.

The University of Kent's finest Law Graduate, Daniel Fernandes, calls in to discuss his time at uni and his commitment to the legal sector. He also drops some gems about minimising stress, his take on Russel Group uni's and finding his role in his relationship. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ugsg/message

In this episode I speak with Warren Bennett who is the Director and Principal of WKB Lawyers. Warren started his firm in March 2019 and specialises in Total Permanent Disability (TPD) claims. Warren's story is one of determination and inspiration and offers great insight into what it is like to start your own law firm and when you know that you're ready to take that leap of faith. If you're dreaming of starting your own law firm one day or you're curious about what it takes - this is the episode for you!

In this episode I speak with Em Pescott. Em is the owner of Promotable You and is a career advancement coach. In this episode Em shares her practical tips for promoting yourself when looking for legal roles, how to approach having conversations with your boss about pay rises and promotions as a junior lawyer and what you should be doing early in your career to avoid falling behind later on.

This episode I speak with Sam Garcia. He is a Harvard Law graduate that went into the venture capital space. We talk about going to Harvard, writing, working at Amplo a venture capital firm with some very interesting partners, and how to get into venture capital. This episode was a lot of fun I hope you guys enjoy it as much as I did.

Today's guest is Daron Roberts - a multitalented Harvard Law graduate, former NFL coach, author, and lecturer.  He's currently the founding director of the Center for Sports Leadership & Innovation at the University of Texas. In this episode, Daron and I discussed his early beginnings in college and football, how he pivots and makes decisions, and his ‘Micro-Win' mindset.  We also talked about creating tangible goals, what it's like being in ‘the deep end' of life, and life's best experiences.Find Daren:WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookYoutubeFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

In this episode I speak to Caralee Fontenele who is a Family Lawyer and the Director of Collective Family Law Group on the Gold Coast. Caralee shares how her journey into law was a little different and how her experience creating and running businesses has influenced her legal career. Caralee shares what she looks for when hiring new staff and her tips for law students and graduates looking for their first role.

In this solo episode I share my experience of finding a job during Covid. When I lost my first lawyer role in March due to Covid, I really struggled to feel like myself again. The uncertainty of the world didn't help, especially when it comes to the job market. However, there are still some things we can all control – we can believe in ourselves and our abilities, we can continue to have hope and not give up and we can keep putting ourselves out there! I wanted to share my story of losing my job, what I did with my spare time, how I dealt with rejection, how I kept positive and all of the things I did to find a new job in the hope that it might help others. If you are still looking for work – I hope this helps to inspire you and please remember one thing – just don’t give up!

In this episode I speak with Mel Scott who works as an in house lawyer for a global technology company called Megaport. Mel explains what an in house lawyer does, what her role is like and how she ended up working in house. Mel opens up about her journey through law school and how she landed her first graduate role - I'll give you a hint, it involves 180 resumes! This is an inspiring episode for law students and graduates looking for their first opportunity and anyone who wants to know more about working as an in house lawyer.

In this solo episode I share my honest thoughts and learnings about the importance of showing up and believing in yourself. I speak about doing not doubting, accepting that you are unique and have something to offer, acknowledging that your honesty and authenticity will influence and help others and the importance of making the most when inspiration strikes.

In this solo episode I share how I went about creating a video resume as well as tips for creating a visually appealing traditional resume. If you want to show a prospective employer initiative and do something to stand out, then this episode is for you!

In this solo episode I speak about how I have been coping with losing my dream job as a Family Lawyer due to COVID-19 and share my advice for moving forward despite the uncertainty that we are all facing. I hope that through sharing my honest feelings and thoughts, you may feel less alone during this time and realise that whatever you are feeling is completely normal. I hope that through sharing my honest feelings and thoughts, you may feel less alone during this time and realise that whatever you are feeling is perfectly okay.

Gurteg Singh is a Law School graduate, with a bachelors degree in Life Science. Gurteg completed his undergraduate degree at McMaster University before moving to Brighton, UK to pursue legal education at the University of Sussex. New live streams every day at 6pm EST. Throughout this series, I want to hear from all of you! If you have been impacted by this global pandemic and want to share your story, please fill out this form and I'll try and have you on the show! Link to form: https://forms.gle/KhbgJq6rMfZo34Rc9 Darius Med Live is now available on PODCAST! You can find us on: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/darius-med-live/id1508109302 Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/music/m/Isiaxg4xjnxyp7ep3gvboujolh4?t=Darius_Med_Live Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4csYQLhLBw3DymNJLB0PwV Web: www.dariusmed.com Darius Med: www.youtube.com/c/dariusmed Darius Med Clips: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2Y39yc0_HvnDaa5pjjdhEQ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dariusmed Donations: https://streamlabs.com/dariusmed   Be sure to find me on: Email: darius@dariusmed.com Instagram: @DariusMed Twitter: @DariusMed_ Facebook: Darius Med   Enjoy!

“Your attitude will define your life” – Alex Streza Alex Streza, a Law & Business graduate with a double degree who left it behind to pursue her entrepreneurial calling, to launch her very own luxury custom jewellery brand. Her story is one with many different paths and steps on the journey, which has led her to being the success she is today. A multi 6 figure global business that all started as a hobby from home. With a marketing degree behind her, we went deeper into the physiology of marketing, the funnels, the steps and reasoning behind why she's been able to get such great results online. One thing I really admired about Alex, is her connection and level of self awareness. She is very grounded and in tune with her body and the messages she is receiving. This is by far one of the most fun episodes I've had and I am sure you'll love it too. Be sure to follow both Alex and House of LX below, www.houseoflx.com Instagram - @lxedition @houseoflx Soo go ahead now and share with your Friends, Family, Neighbours, Business Partners, The Barista, Your Ex, Your Current Partner, EVERYONE. Take a screenshot of you listening to Learn Grow Do Repeat and post on your social media platforms tagging Jamie Totino for your chance to win prizes and free giveaways. IG – @jamie_totino FB – @jamietotinoofficial www.jamietotino.com Hashtag - #LGDR #jamietotino

Julann is a Family Lawyer and has her own digital law firm called Tiernan Family Law. Julann started her law degree when she was 30 and with a newborn baby. While studying law, Julann worked as a Police Officer and also began raising her family of five children - amazing right!? Julann is living proof that it is never too late to start a law degree if it is where your passion lies and that it is possible to juggle work, family and law if you have the right mindset!

Jacob is a Commercial and Property Lawyer and a Director of Bradley and Bray Solicitors in Nambour. Jacob got his first taste of law when he was completing a Minor in Justice while studying a Bachelor of Creative Writing. Jacob was only 2 years PAE when he purchased half of a law firm and became a Director, so his journey is one to listen to. Jacob shares lots of really helpful and practical tips for law students and graduates, from checking your motivations during law school to the importance of falling in love with the process and developing helpful habits early.

On this episode of the Stress-Free JD Podcast, I talk with Olivia Ash, a law graduate from Indiana who currently works educates employers about benefits regulations, including wellness program management. On the side, she runs Liv Balanced, LLC. In our interview, we talk about Olivia’s research on lawyer and law student wellness, how she has overcome adversity including a divorce during law school, chronic illness, and a bar exam failure by staying positive and maintaining healthy hobbies and habits. www.livbalanced.net --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/stressfreejd/message

Lana is a Personal Injuries Lawyer and a Senior Associate at Ramsden Lawyers on the sunny Gold Coast. Lana ended up studying Law after she was involved in an unfortunate motor vehicle accident. The encouragement Lana received from her Lawyer at the time was the final push she needed to have the confidence to commence studying Law and Lana hasn’t looked back. Lana shares plenty of helpful tips for law students – from getting your foot in the door for your first law job to creating relationships with Lawyers through networking and finding a mentor. Side Note: If you hear meowing during the podcast, that is Biggie (aka Biggie Smalls), Lana’s beautiful cat who you can meet through Lana’s Instagram account.

Co-Dean Kimberly Mutcherson speaks with Brian Hall RLAW'12 and John Shindle RLAW'13, Partners at Ward, Shindle, and Hall, about starting your own law firm as a recent law graduate. The Power of Attorney is produced by Rutgers Law School. With two locations minutes from Philadelphia and New York City, Rutgers Law offers the prestige and reputation of a large, nationally-known university combined with a personal, small campus experience. Learn more by visiting law.rutgers.edu. Series Producer: Emily Brennan Episode Producer and Editor: Kate Bianco --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rutgerslaw/message

Emma is the owner of Laneway Legal here in Brisbane. Emma is a Criminal Lawyer and a Registered Migration Agent. Emma’s time at law school was anything but conventional, travelling to many different countries and gaining life changing experiences along the way. While Emma has always had a passion for social justice, when she started law school she never knew she would actually practice as a Lawyer. All of the life experience Emma gained during her time at law school helped her get to where she is now and her advice is to take your time at law school so that you can gain valuable life experience and also have fun!

Terence works in-house for the Commonwealth Government in Canberra. Terence moved to Canberra after being offered a place in a graduate program while he was completing PLT. Terence moved to Australia from Papua New Guinea after finishing high school to study Accounting and although Terence completed his Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, he knew that law was his calling. Terence offers some great tips for law students who may be considering a legal role in the government and provides food for thought for those students who may not have previously thought about using their law degree to work in government.

Have a listen to our chat with Port Adelaide Co Captain, Tommy Jonas. We talk about his unconventional footy career, his new wine label, the infamous Woolshed Club, the most nervous traveller on the team and much much more!

In this episode no. 16 I interview Miguel Willis, a 2017 graduate from Seattle University School of Law and currently the inaugural Presidential Innovation Fellow at Law School Admission Council, where he oversees the Access to Justice Tech Fellows Program which is a program that pairs law students with legal services organizations to develop projects that support the use of technology, data, and design-thinking to bridge the justice gap in America. Miguel is committed to leveraging his law degree in a non-traditional way to solve seemingly intractable problems and in this episode you will hear examples of how he does just that. Miguel shares with me the personal reasons that led him to set up this innovative program, and how he is aiming to fill a gap in traditional legal education. We cover how he went about doing so, the types of organisations involved and the interesting projects they work on and how it leads to opportunities for students. We also cover how, funnily enough, Miguel ended up being a fellow in his own program. In this episode you will hear how one person turned a good idea into action, the benefits and challenges of hackathons, the key to partnerships that have real impact, and actions we can take to improve diversity in the profession. You will especially enjoy this episode if you are interested in the entrepreneurs’ journey including how to overcome issues of program sustainability; and creative models for new legal education and justice solutions. Links:  ATJ Tech Fellows Justice Innovation Challenge Legal Services National Technology Assitance Project Internet bar organisation Innovation in Legal Practice Summit Andrea Perry-Petersen – LinkedIn - Twitter @winkiepp – andreaperrypetersen.com.au Twitter - @ReimaginingJ Facebook – Reimagining Justice group

Katrina is a Management Consulting Analyst at Accenture here in Brisbane. Katrina comes from a strong maths and sciences background and has ended up in law after doing a legal studies subject when she moved to Australia from Singapore. Katrina spent her last year of law school as a full-time law student, working three jobs and also completing her Practical Legal Training (PLT) course early! Katrina explains the importance of time management and writing to-do lists in order to successfully navigate a demanding workload. Katrina shares a lot of great tips and reminds us all that there are opportunities in law outside of getting a job as a lawyer in a law firm.

I had the privilege of interviewing Femi Abiodun, a Law graduate and an enterpreneur who lives in Berlin Germany. In spite the language barrier and other challenges, Femi went through the hooks and challenged the odds of failure to become an incredible force to rekon with in Germany. His story inspired me, I bet you too will pick a life changing learning from listening to this fully loaded interview.

Morgan is a Lawyer at the Office of the Director of Child Protection Litigation here in Brisbane. Morgan completed a Bachelor of Laws/Arts in a smaller regional university in NSW and has since completed a Masters in Family Law. Morgan is the poster woman for saying yes to whatever opportunities come your way – from your first law job to a fun run – Morgan shares how her willingness to learn has allowed her to achieve career goals in 3 months and run ultramarathons!

Educator. Law Graduate. Social Innovator. Changemaker. All words used to describe this week's guest: Anthony Veluz. Anthony is the founder of The Socent Connection, a business that educates on what social enterprises are and the impact they can have. Some highlights of this week's episode: - How Anthony went from being a Law Graduate to Social Entrepreneur and the journey of setting up The Socent Connection. - Using LinkedIn to generate sales for his business and being authentic on social media. - Working with NCS (National Citizen Service) and educating the next generation. - Finding what you love, mentorship and being a sustainable citizen.

Michael is an Environment and Planning Lawyer at Herbert Smith Freehills here in Brisbane. Michael grew up in the US and moved to Brisbane by himself when he was just 19 to study a Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Environmental Science at Griffith University. Michael was supported by staff and students during his time at Griffith as an openly gay man, however, when Michael began work in a law firm, he was faced with criticism and negativity. How Michael decided to deal with this criticism is a story of strength and inspiration.

Nicole is a personal injuries lawyer at James Law here in Brisbane. Nicole works part-time and this enables her to spend quality time with her two young daughters. Nicole was promoted while she was on maternity leave and doesn’t believe that being a woman with a young family will hinder your career progression – as long as you find the right employer!

Justin Truong was well on his way to getting a head start in his corporate law career working at a top-tier law firm in Sydney before he starting to re-evaluate what he truly wanted to pursue. Justin candidly details growing up in a disadvantaged immigrant family background and grinding through starting his own business. This one's for those of you who have clung to the prestige of a law degree, putting up with a course you don't enjoy or are studying a course because your parents want you to.

Peter Ouko spent 18 years in Kamiti Prison in Kenya, sometimes locked up in a cell with 13 other grown men for 23 and a half hours a day. In a moving talk, he tells the story of how he was freed -- and his current mission with the African Prisons Project: to set up the first law school behind bars and empower people in prison to drive positive change.

Candy Nairovy Santana is a Law Graduate turned Actress, Published Author and producer. She is the author of the Amazons best seller ” The Manifester’s Journey” the perfect guide to help you create your dream life today. She made her debut as actress in an Off Broadway play in New …

  Episode 185: Haben Girma - The First Deafblind Harvard Law Graduate, Champion Of Change An internationally acclaimed accessibility leader, Haben Girma has earned recognition as a White House “Champion of Change”, Forbes 30 under 30 leader, and BBC Women of Africa Hero. The first Deafblind person to graduate from Harvard Law School, Haben champions equal access to information for people with disabilities. She has been honored by President Barack Obama, President Bill Clinton, and many others. People with disabilities represent the largest minority group, numbering one billion worldwide. Reaching a group of this scale creates value for everyone. Organizations that prioritize accessibility benefit by gaining access to a much larger user base, improving the experience for both disabled and non-disabled users, and facilitating further innovation. Watch Haben teach 4,000 developers the connection between Disability & Innovation at Apple’s 2016 Worldwide Developers Conference. Haben has been featured extensively in media round the world, including the BBC, CBS, Forbes, the Washington Post, MTV, NPR, and many more. Haben grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area where she currently lives. She holds a B.A. in Sociology/Anthropology from Lewis & Clark College and a J.D. from Harvard Law School. In addition to her accessibility work, she enjoys salsa dancing, surfing, and traveling the world. Episode 185: Haben Girma - The First Deafblind Harvard Law Graduate, Champion Of Change Subscribe on iTunes  or Stitcher Radio The Learning Leader Show "Excellent leaders are honest about their strengths and weaknesses." In This Episode, You Will Learn: Common themes to sustain excellence: Honest about strengths and weaknesses Great problem solvers High level of self-awareness Haben is Deafblind - she understands her strengths and weaknesses very well Her TED Talk - Advocating for others -- How and why she champions equal access to information for people with disabilities Communicating and hugging President Barack Obama How she communicates -- The use of braille.  For our talk on this podcast, she had an interpreter listen to what I said and then type it out for her to read in braille What are the best ways to communicate with people who are deaf -- Haben helps me understand Why you should never tell her that her story inspires you How chocolate cake played a role in her becoming an advocacy attorney What advice given to others who want to go into advocacy? Start with yourself. Maybe there is a gender bias, religious, or racial. Build up from there... Haben describes how she experiences movies The best piece of advice she's received: Don't insist on doing something by yourself. Ask for help. Work smart. Sometimes it's better to be helped by others What she hopes people learn from her speeches? That she continually adds value to others Haben's thoughts on Helen Keller - She's brilliant Haben's brother is also Deafblind -- He works in technology How she actively makes a choice to ignore fear Why Uber denied her a ride 3 times and what happened Her Goals: Change our culture -- Disability adds value... Trainings & Workshops Continue Learning: Go to Haben's website: habengirma.com Follow Haben on Twitter: @HabenGirma Connect with me on LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group: The Learning Leader Community To Follow Me on Twitter: @RyanHawk12 You may also like these episodes: Episode 078: Kat Cole – From Hooters Waitress To President of Cinnabon Episode 071: Nate Boyer - Green Beret, Texas Football, The NFL Episode 179: How To Sustain Excellence - The Best Answers From 178 Questions Episode 107: Simon Sinek – Leadership: It Starts With Why Did you enjoy the podcast? If you enjoyed hearing Haben Girma on the show, please don’t hesitate to send me a note on Twitter or email me. Episode edited by the great J Scott Donnell The Learning Leader Show is supported by FreshBooks: FreshBooks is offering a 30 day, unrestricted free trial to my listeners. To claim it, just go to FreshBooks.com/Learning and enter LEARNING LEADER in the “How Did You Hear About Us?” section.