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Advocating for the Vulnerable: The Frontlines of Access to Justice
Episode 80
People need legal representation, regardless of financial means. Non-profits throughout the country, often called legal aid, play a crucial role in o…
2 years, 4 months ago
I Judge The Law: Serving Justice from the Bench
Episode 79
When the opportunity arises, seize it. That's one lesson from Judge Elizabeth Rohl, a trial court judge in a one-judge county who knew it was now or …
2 years, 4 months ago
Shaping Policy, Making Decisions: The Legal Affairs of Harris County
Episode 78
Christian Menefee was elected as Harris County Attorney in 2020 at 32, the youngest ever and the first African-American in this role. Harris County, …
2 years, 4 months ago
The Legal Side of the Casino Floor: Navigating the Regulatory Maze
Episode 77
If you've ever been on a casino floor, it's a maze by design. The legal corridors are just as challenging to navigate. In this episode, Ed Winkofsky,…
2 years, 5 months ago
Legal Operations and Compliance: The Intersection of Law and Business at a Multinational
Episode 76
Jessica Colon manages the legal operations and compliance programs for West Pharmaceutical, a public company doing business in more than 40 countries…
2 years, 5 months ago
From Pause to Purpose: Rebuilding a Legal Career with Grit and Intention
Episode 75
Geeta Tholan got a second chance within her legal career after a 10-year break to take care of her children. Her journey highlights the challenges an…
2 years, 6 months ago
Energizing Indian Country: The Legal Side of Economic Development
Episode 74
Pilar Thomas, a partner at a large firm, specializes in tribal energy and economic development. With a background in finance that took her across the…
2 years, 6 months ago
Navigating Chaos: Triumphs and Trials of a Public Defender
Episode 73
Matt Skinner is a public defender with passion. Criminal defense is high-stakes, sometimes chaotic work that can be extremely difficult, but Matt nav…
2 years, 6 months ago
A Young Associate's Story: Navigating the Transition from Law School to Lawyer
Episode 72
Allan Carlsen is fresh out of law school and just over a year into practice as a patent litigator at an elite boutique law firm. Unlike our typical e…
2 years, 6 months ago
From Biglaw to Bold Venture: Building a Successful Law Firm After an Ugly Exit
Episode 71
Big firm. Big salary. Newly-minted partner. Karl Seelbach had made it before his attempt to leave with two of the firm's clients didn't go as planned…
2 years, 6 months ago