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Step into the world of law with host Niraj Chhabra as he engages in conversations with accomplished attorneys from diverse legal backgrounds.
In this podcast series, we aim to inspire and enlighten the legal community by uncovering the remarkable stories and achievements of these legal professionals. Gain exclusive insights into their work both inside and outside the courtroom, discovering the profound impact they make in the field of law.
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In this episode, we're chatting with Catherine Adams., a total powerhouse in the legal world. She's faced some real tough stuff, like being widowed with young kids, having to sue her prior employer and dealing with gender discrimination. But guess what? She's turned all that into fuel for her passion for civil rights. We'll dive into her journey into law, how she's kicking butt in the fight for justice, and why she's all about giving back through volunteering. Get ready for some real talk and serious inspiration!
Steve Fretzin, Founder of Fretzin Inc., specializes in coaching attorneys on the art and science of business development. With over 20 years of coaching experience, he has authored three books on the topic, hosts the "Be that Lawyer" podcast, and regularly speaks on business development for various media outlets and bar associations. Listen to Steve discuss why it’s critical for attorneys to develop their own books of business and how they can hone these skills, even if they aren’t naturally good marketers.
In today’s episode, we unravel the intricacies of legal marketing. Listen to our guest, Aron Solomon of Amplify for Lawyers, as he discusses the evolving realm of branding in the legal sphere, the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence, and the indispensable strategies law firms must adopt to stand out in today's competitive landscape.
Join us for a captivating podcast episode as we sit down with Francis Giantomasi, a Newark-native attorney who turned his humble beginnings into one of the state's largest law firms. Hear about the challenges, successes, and the unique experience of working with his children. Discover the journey from practicing attorney to firm management in this insightful conversation on resilience and legal entrepreneurship. #LegalSuccess #PodcastHighlight #FromNewarkToLeadership
In this episode, we chat with Kelsi White, a partner at Ahmad Zavitsanos & Mensig. Kelsi shares practical insights on how she helped the firm retain cases they were previously letting go. She also discusses managing her career and attaining a partnership while on maternity leave, highlighting the support she received from her spouse and the firm. Join us for a candid conversation with Kelsi about navigating the legal profession and achieving a work-life balance.
Today's episode features Jared Correia, the founder of Red Cave Law Firm Consulting, offering subscription-based management and technology services to attorneys and legal institutions. Jared discusses the challenges solo practitioners, small firm managers, and owners face in running a legal practice. Additionally, he hosts Legal Toolkit, the #3 ranked podcast on the Legal Talk Network.
Today’s guest is Jeff Walsworth. He began his career in construction to support himself through law school. Thirty-five years ago, he established a practice and expanded it to include 65 attorneys today before relinquishing management responsibilities and handing over the firm to his employees. He has successfully closed transactions worth over $10 billion throughout his tenure, including a high-profile case involving DHL. He accomplished all of this while attaining certification as a Women’s Business Enterprise through the National Association of Minority & Women Owned Law Firms, and he officially achieved Diversity Lab’s Midsize Mansfield Certification Plus status.
Jeremy Poock is the founder of Senior Attorney Match, an organization that helps law firms grow and position themselves for sale. Jeremy discusses law firm valuations, what to consider when buying or selling a law firm, and how to make the transition smooth as possible.
Paula Davis is the founder of Stress & Resilience Institute, an organization that specializes in helping professionals in high-stress industries. In addition to coaching over 40,000 soldiers and their families, Paula has also spoken for businesses such as Walgreens & Coca-Cola and schools such as Harvard Law and Whorton’s. We discuss how stress and burnout are typically treated at the individual level when the root causes oftentimes originate higher up the chain.
Join us for today's episode as we talk to Bree Buchanan of Krill Strategies. She shares her struggles with substance abuse, discusses the pervasiveness of mental health issues in the legal profession, and offers insights into potential solutions. Bree served as the co-chair of the National Task Force on Lawyer Well-Being and co-authored the report titled "The Path to Well-being: Practical Recommendations for Positive Change."
In today's episode, we talk to Chris Dreyer. Chris is the founder and CEO of Rankings, a company he started to help attorneys land major cases through SEO. While he began by focusing on personal injury work, he has since expanded into other fields of law. Listen to his story about how he transitioned from partying in college, winning a significant poker competition, to running a successful business that caters to solo practitioners and small law firms.
In today's episode, we talk to Justine Phillips, a partner at Baker and McKenzie in the Intellectual Property and Technology Practice. We discuss her remarkable career and contributions to the world of data privacy. Justine also shares her experience as a mom working her way towards partnership and how she helped co-found a networking group for working lawyer moms.
Our guest for this episode is Nicholas Klein, a partner at DLA Piper focusing his practice on international trade and national security. Listen to learn about his career path, including how he personally played a role in shaping America's relationship with China. Nick will also discuss his pro bono work and his advocacy for military veterans.
Join us for an inspiring episode featuring Akiva Shapiro, a litigation partner at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher in New York. With a focus on high-stakes constitutional, administrative, commercial, and appellate litigation, Akiva's legal expertise is unmatched. But it's his passion for balancing personal and work priorities, especially religious observance, that sets him apart. Tune in to hear his incredible journey into law and how he fosters a fulfilling and inclusive office environment. Don't miss out on valuable insights for work-life harmony! 🎧📚 #Attorneypodcast #sidebar #advisors #LegalInsights #WorkLifeBalance #LawyerLife #PodcastEpisode #CareerSuccess
Kim Gatling is a Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer and Partner at Fox Rothschild LLP. Kim focuses her practice on intellectual property prosecution, licensing, and litigation. Kim also works tremendously hard at developing and implementing programs and policies that support Fox Rothschild's goal to diversify the workforce and create an inclusive environment for everyone at the firm. She also is a trustee for North Carolina A&T State University and the Director of Culp, Inc. Kim and Fox Rothschild are genuinely trying to break boundaries that have unfortunately been set in the past by going to great lengths to diversify big law, creating opportunities for everyone to get "good work," that underrepresented attorneys deserve. " We are ensuring everyone gets that equitable opportunity to get good work and the type of work they need to succeed in the law firm." "We all have a role in working together and learning to understand one another." Please listen to Kim's incredible story about her experiences with diversifying big law!
Lynda Bennett is a partner and chair for the Insurance Recovery Group at Lowenstein Sandler LLP. Lynda is diligently devoted to empowering women in the legal community. She is a founder of Lowenstein Sandler's Women's Initiative Network and is a board member and past president of the New Jersey Women Lawyers Association. Her greatest advice for women junior associates is "Stay in the game. Women often leave instead of raising flexibility concerns and collaborating to present these issues; when it's a group of people bringing attention to a matter, it's much harder to dismiss it." Her work involves much collaboration with the defense counsel and pulling from various practices from the firm to help leverage and pursue coverage for the claim. She correlates reviewing insurance policies to her love for solving jigsaw puzzles. Her dedication to learning makes the variety of her practice area ideal. Tune in to hear her story!
Meet Jacqueline Harounian, who went from being the first associate at her firm to being named Managing Partner of eleven attorneys and eight professional staff at Wisselman Harounian Family Law. Jaqueline's story is unique in how she uses her traditional upbringing as a tool in complex divorce cases. She adjusts her approach to each client's religious and cultural differences by counseling them on the civil court process and how it intersects with their faith agreements and values. Jaqueline is dedicated to clearing misinformation about divorce and shares her knowledge as an author, a community leader, and providing educational webinars. Tune in and learn how her ample experience in matrimonial and family law has revealed considerable progressive changes in gender roles today and their impacts on parents while balancing a busy career.
Meet Stephanie Jones, the first female Co-Managing Partner in the Chicago office of Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP. Within her first year of law school, she secured a position as a law clerk, ultimately unfolding her passion for being in front of the bar and advocating for people. She understood the value of community involvement with organizations that empower women in law, eventually leading her to become Vice President of the Coalition of Women's Initiatives in Law. Stephanie experienced the pushback women often face in Big Law, with leadership doubting her career's ability to advance as a wife and mother. Fortunately, Stephanie received a call during her maternity leave to accept a position as an Assistant Managing Partner at Gordon & Rees. Tune in to hear how she uses her ample experience and skills as a now co-managing partner to lead her associates in a progressive and supportive technique.
Meet Tara Schellhorn, recognized as "Lawyer of the Year" in the Newark region Bankruptcy Litigation area for 2023 by Best Lawyers in America®. Tara is a female Partner at Riker Danzig LLP in the Bankruptcy & Corporate Restructuring Group. Her career path began with an English major that secured an internship in corporate public affairs at Wyeth, where her duties often overlapped with the legal department in litigation, ultimately sparking the grounds for her career in law today. Fresh out of law school, Tara was hired as an associate in bankruptcy at Riker Danzig LLP, days after the greatest financial crisis in the history of the US, giving her exposure to the area that would be her future. Early on, she became heavily involved with professional organizations such as the International Women's Insolvency & Restructuring Confederation (IWIRC), where she was honored with the prestigious Melnick Award. Tune in to learn how Tara balances her busy career and extensive legal community involvement while being a mother of two.
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