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How to Embrace Creativity as a Lawyer
Theresa Phillips is a lawyer and artist who has found a passion for painting and creating vibrant, textured artwork. In this episode of the You Are A Lawyer podcast, Theresa shares her journey of self-discovery, from cutting her hair and embracing her artistic side to starting her own business and taking on commissioned pieces. She discusses the intersection of law and creativity, the importance of following your passions, and the power of manifesting your dreams.
Feb 8, 20244 min read


How Human Design Impacts Career Success (Part II)
Sheila M. Wilkinson is a lawyer, social worker, consultant, and career transition coach. Sheila also talks about her mission to help lawyers make aligned decisions, set boundaries, and focus on what they truly want to do rather than what they think they should do. She believes in reconnecting the intellectual self with the emotional self and offers guidance to lawyers in this process.
Feb 2, 20244 min read


How To Avoid A Boring Legal Career (Part I)
Sheila M. Wilkinson is a social worker, lawyer, career transition coach, and podcaster who spends half the year in Brussels, Belgium, and half the year in New Orleans, Louisiana. Her life is centered on taking risks, rejecting boring careers, and people-pleasing. In this episode, Sheila emphasizes the importance of connecting with people and offers recommendations for books that can help her clients on their personal and professional journeys.
Feb 1, 20244 min read


How To Navigate Risks in Nursing and Law
Felicia Luck, a registered nurse and CEO of Stars and Stripes Legal Nurse Consulting, joins the podcast to discuss her unique business that serves lawyers and attorneys. With her extensive medical knowledge and experience, Felicia helps attorneys navigate complex medical records, provide expert opinions, and offer valuable insights in cases involving personal injury, medical malpractice, and more.
Jan 18, 20244 min read


How To Sell A Law Firm
Victoria Collier, a lawyer and founder of Quid Pro Quo, specializes in helping lawyers buy and sell law firms and coaching law firms on building value and becoming sellable in the future. In this conversation, Victoria shares her journey of selling her law firm, the importance of education and options in the legal industry, and the power of niching down and finding your expertise within a niche.
Jan 4, 20244 min read


How To Advertise Your Law Firm (without being cheesy)
Keith Ligori, managing partner and founder of Ligori & Ligori Law Firm, shares his journey from working in the state attorney's office to building a successful personal injury practice. With a passion for trial advocacy and a dedication to helping clients, Keith discusses the importance of courtroom experience and the value of family in his firm. Keith Ligori advises young lawyers looking to make their mark in the legal profession.
Dec 21, 20234 min read


How To Hire a Short-Term Lawyer (and Why You Should)
Dan Reilly, the co-founder of Legably, a platform that connects lawyers, paralegals, and law students with short-term freelance opportunities, joins the You Are a Lawyer Podcast this week. Dan shares the story behind Legably's creation, the challenges of introducing freelance platforms to the legal profession, and how the platform revolutionizes how attorneys and legal professionals work.
Dec 14, 20233 min read


How to Escape the Lawyer Bubble
Sarah Cottrell, founder of the Former Lawyer Podcast, discusses the challenges and identity struggles that lawyers often face, the misconceptions surrounding the legal profession, and the importance of exploring alternative career paths. Sarah shares her journey from practicing law to becoming an entrepreneur and offers valuable insights for lawyers seeking fulfillment outside of traditional legal practice.
Dec 7, 20234 min read


How To Protect Your Business and Intellectual Property
Alyssa Devine, founder of Purple Fox Legal, shares her journey from initially wanting to be a veterinarian to discovering her passion for intellectual property law and entrepreneurship. She advises law students and young lawyers on building relationships, embracing change, and finding the right career fit. The episode highlights the significance of developing skills while also understanding when it's necessary to pivot and find a different path.
Nov 23, 20234 min read


How To Find the Best Lawyer for Your Case
Daniel Callahan, a highly successful trial lawyer based in California, has a truly remarkable legal career. With a track record of securing massive verdicts and awards, including the second-highest verdict in Orange County history, Dan shares his secrets to success, emphasizing the importance of preparation, creativity, and hard work. We also learn about his consulting company, Callahan Consulting Group, where he offers mentorship and case-matching services to fellow attorney
Nov 16, 20234 min read


How Mentorship Improves Your Legal Career
Lisa Gill, a business owner, law firm owner, and consultant shares her non-traditional path to law school, her experiences in the legal profession, and her passion for helping small business owners navigate the legal landscape. She also discusses her consultancy, Graygill Consulting, which focuses on empowering women and providing guidance on legal and financial matters.
Nov 9, 20234 min read


How Coaching Makes You A Better Lawyer
Yasmine Salem Hamdan is a business owner, podcaster, and coach. After law school at Texas A&M, Yasmine started practicing IP and trademark law. In 2020, Yasmine founded Coaches & Company, which has helped more than a thousand entrepreneurs protect their businesses and brands.
Oct 26, 20234 min read


How To Integrate Parenting With a Legal Career
Inspired by watching courtroom dramas with her grandmother, Miriam Airington-Fisher discusses her background and lifelong passion for law. From focusing on public defense and criminal law to running her firm and becoming an author and speaker, Miriam has a unique perspective on the legal practice because โmoms a lawyer.โ
Oct 19, 20235 min read


How To Find a Legal Job in Six Minutes (or less)
Jodie Zerega is a legal recruiter and founder of Zerega Consulting, focusing on finding superb candidates for her law firm and corporate clients. In additional work managing a team of ten, Jodie created the Attorney Jobs app where law students and attorneys can find fulfilling legal roles. Jodie shares her journey from considering law school to becoming a director of recruiting at a law firm.
Oct 12, 20233 min read


Lawyers take risks... ๐ right? (OCTOBER 2023)
Kyla Denanyoh announces the 100th You Are A Lawyer podcast episode and shares details about guest Miriam Airington-Fisher.
Oct 10, 20233 min read


How To Support a Podcast: Guest Reviews and Ratings
Exciting news! The You Are Lawyer podcast celebrates 13,000 downloads! ๐ Join host Kyla Denanyoh as she shares her gratitude and reflects on the podcast's growth in this BONUS episode.
Sep 28, 20231 min read


How To Excel with Different Legal Careers
Stephanie Clark, a Southern University Law Center graduate, shares her experience transitioning from law school to practicing law in Florida. She talks about her decision to move to Florida for better job opportunities and the importance of free childcare provided by her parents. Stephanie reflects on her journey of taking the bar exam multiple times and working as a paralegal at a criminal defense firm. Tune in to hear Stephanie's story and insights about the legal professio
Sep 14, 20235 min read


How to Build an Empire of Freedom With Your Law Degree
Aman Costigan was once a partner at a Canadian law firm, teaching yoga on the side and quietly craving more freedom and alignment in her life. In this powerful conversation, she shares how she found her voice, launched Beyond Yoga for Lawyers, and began to merge wellness with law in a meaningful way. The episode captures a moment in time when Aman was redefining what a legal career could look like โ and today, her journey continues beyond the courtroom.
Sep 7, 20233 min read


How To Grow Your Law Firm with Informal Networking
Brent Nelson is an international tax and estate lawyer based in Arizona, specializing in working with high-income international families. What he comically calls โrich people law,โ Brent found his niche in tax law during law school and focuses on developing meaningful connections through informal networking and social media.
Aug 10, 20235 min read


How Mindset Impacts the Bar Exam
Yohanna Romero Baca, a bar exam coach and former immigration attorney, shares her personal experience of not passing the bar exam and how it inspired her to help others succeed. She discusses her unique approach to bar exam preparation, emphasizing the importance of mindset and effective writing skills. Listen as Yohanna explains how passing the bar exam can open doors to career opportunities.
Aug 3, 20234 min read
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