Juliet Peters has never been afraid to reinvent herself. She started in journalism, moved into litigation, transitioned to in-house counsel, and now runs Framework Legal, a business law firm helping entrepreneurs navigate transactions and growth. Throughout her career, curiosity has been her greatest asset—leading her to explore new industries, embrace change, and design a career that fits her strengths. In this episode, Juliet shares why lawyers should lean into career evolution, how asking the right questions leads to success, and why flexibility is the key to longevity in law.
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Juliet Peters is no stranger to career reinvention. Before becoming a lawyer, she spent nearly a decade in television journalism, covering breaking news and learning how to ask the right questions. But as her career progressed, she realized she wanted something different—something that challenged her analytical skills and allowed her to have a greater long-term impact. That curiosity led her to law school and, eventually, a career spanning litigation, in-house corporate roles, and now, business law.
“My road as a lawyer has been very circuitous. I had a whole first career as something completely different," shares Juliet Peters on You Are A Lawyer.
Her journalism background gave her a unique approach to law—one that values critical thinking, communication, and adaptability. That same skill set led her to establish Framework Legal, where she helps business owners navigate growth, sales, and transitions. Through her work, she encourages lawyers to stay open to career evolution and recognize that their legal skills can be applied in countless ways beyond traditional practice.
Juliet’s decision to go to law school wasn’t part of a lifelong plan. She had already built a career in journalism but realized she wanted something more. After nearly a decade in television news, she saw law as an opportunity to develop new skills, challenge herself, and open doors to new career possibilities.
"Journalism and law actually have a lot in common—you’re digesting large amounts of information, analyzing it, and presenting it in a way people can understand," reflects Juliet Peters on Episode 186 of You Are a Lawyer.
While law school was a major shift, her background in journalism gave her an edge—she knew how to ask the right questions, synthesize information, and communicate clearly. Over time, she found herself drawn to the business side of law, eventually building a career in commercial transactions, risk mitigation, and corporate legal strategy.
Juliet Peters believes that law degrees provide a foundation for more than just litigation—they offer lawyers the ability to create opportunities. She took a nontraditional path, leveraging her legal education to work in litigation, corporate in-house roles, and now as a business-focused firm owner.
“Law school more than probably any other education really gives you the ability to think and write in a way that is easily translatable to other careers," emphasizes Juliet Peters on Episode 186 of You Are a Lawyer.
She encourages lawyers to think beyond the courtroom, considering how their skills in analysis, negotiation, and problem-solving can apply to industries like business consulting, entrepreneurship, and corporate leadership. For her, law was never about following a set career path—it was about building a career that aligned with her strengths and interests.
Juliet’s work extends beyond legal services—she is also a coach and mentor, working with women entrepreneurs to navigate leadership, business ownership, and growth. She believes that women bring unique strengths to leadership but often face structural and societal challenges in scaling their businesses.
“Women do way better in communities. When they create and build a community, everyone in that community rises,” shares Juliet Peters in Episode 186 of You Are a Lawyer.
As she pivots her career again, she is focusing more on coaching, leadership development, and media work. Returning to her journalism roots, she plans to build a media platform focused on educating and supporting women business owners. She encourages lawyers to embrace side businesses that align with their interests, whether in writing, coaching, or creating digital platforms to share knowledge.
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