Beyond the Bar Podcast

Welcome back to the "Beyond the Bar Podcast"! In this episode, Denisa Tova engages in a captivating conversation with the incredible family and divorce attorney, Alyssa Rower, who is also the founding partner of ROWER LLC. Alyssa's story is a remarkable journey from college to law school, working at a larger firm, and eventually creating her own. Alyssa Rower's insights on work-l...

Join Denisa Tova for a motivating episode of "Beyond the Bar Podcast" weekly video series with LaToya James, a family law and criminal defense attorney and owner of The James Firm. From an assistant district attorney to owning her own law firm, LaToya is nothing short of remarkable. She launched her virtual law firm in 2014, carving a distinctive path in the legal sphere, especially as a...

Join Denisa Tova for an inspiring episode of Beyond the Bar Podcast with Jenifer Foley, a lawyer and co-founding partner of Alter Wolff Foley & Stutman LLP, who defies stereotypes and demonstrates how legal prowess and authenticity can coexist. In this episode, discover how Jenifer blends mindfulness and spirituality with her family law practice, providing a unique perspective on navigating th...

Join Denisa Tova for an inspiring episode of Beyond the Bar Podcast with Judge William J. Condon, a former pivotal figure in the New York State Supreme Court. From his impactful years in the courtroom to his transition into private mediation practice, Judge Condon shares valuable insights on resolving conflicts and maintaining civility in the legal profession. Discover his "be positive"...

Join Denisa Tova for an inspiring episode of Beyond the Bar with attorney and LGBTQ+ advocate, Christopher Chimeri! Discover how a deeply personal event shaped Chris's unique approach to matrimonial law, blending legal expertise with the role of counselor. Chris shares his courageous journey of coming out as an athlete and the impact on his advocacy work, challenging stereotypes along the way....

Join Denisa Tova-Liebman on "Beyond the Bar" interview divorce attorney James P. Joseph, managing partner of Joseph Law, based on Long Island, NY. In this episode, we delve into James' voyage from lawyer to dynamic law firm leader, all while orchestrating a life of equilibrium. Unveil James' blueprint for conquering stress - an arsenal comprising meditation, journaling, and a com...

Join Denisa Tova on "Beyond the Bar" as she sits down with the esteemed attorney Stephen Gassman. After 50 years in the courtroom, Steve shares his unwavering passion for trials, the human element in divorce law, and the importance of preparation. Discover how he contributed to the legal community through the We Care Fund, navigated personal loss, and the advice he has for young lawyers...

Discover the incredible journey of Jacqueline Newman, a trailblazing New York divorce attorney who redefines success, triumphs over challenges, and reshapes the world of divorce law. Join us in this exclusive interview as we delve into: 🔹 How her childhood dreams paved the way to becoming a divorce attorney. 🔹 Breaking the rules of stigmas to staying true to herself. 🔹 Her mission is to cultiva...

Welcome to the Beyond the Bar podcast, where we dive deep into the personal stories of remarkable divorce attorneys and judges. Legal professionals often see each other as adversaries in the courtroom, and through this podcast, I aim to create a space where we can rediscover our humanity and connect on a more personal level. In our first episode, we sat down with Jaqueline Newman, a highly respect...