Big Law Life

In this episode, I'm joined by Christie Bilbrey to discuss personal branding and reputation management for attorneys in large law firms. Christie formerly worked in business development at Paul Hastings for seven years and is now a PR firm owner, brand strategist, and host of The Business That Story Built podcast.  Today's conversation offers practical strategies for lawyers to distinguish themsel...

In this episode, I'm joined by Greg Lambert and Marlene Gebauer to discuss legal technology and innovation in the evolving landscape of legal technology. Greg is the Chief Knowledge Services Officer at Jackson Walker, where he oversees the strategy and operations of the library, research, and knowledge management functions. Marlene is the Assistant Director of Innovation at Mayer Brown, where she...

In this episode, I explore the journey to achieving partnership in big law firms, shedding light on the complexities and strategies required to navigate this process. I guide you through the intricate maze of big law firm dynamics, expectations, and strategies for making partner. Dive into real-life stories, gain insights into firm politics, and learn practical tips to help pave your path to partn...

It's vital for legal professionals to comprehend the details of law firm economics and the impact they have on their success. In this episode of Big Law Life, I interview Keith Maziarek, Director of Pricing and Legal Project Management at Katten Muchin Rosenman, on how to maximize value for profitable service delivery.   Keith has over 22 years of business management experience within the legal se...

As a lawyer in private practice, you need to have more than great legal skills, because to succeed in a law firm you have to develop a good grasp of how the business side of your firm works. If you're a junior associate at a law firm, these targets and goals may not be very visible to you, and you might not even see how they are relevant to your work. But as you progress in seniority in the firm,...

My journey into the world of Big Law began with a distinct lack of familiarity and guidance. Growing up without any exposure to the legal profession, I ventured into law school with limited knowledge of the intricacies of large law firms. Despite graduating and initially embarking on a path divergent from Big Law, my relentless pursuit of information and mentorship eventually propelled me to becom...

Welcome to Big Law Life! In this first episode, I share what to expect from this podcast, which is geared toward those working in, with, and around Big Law firms. My guests and I will delve into the strategies, steps, relationships, information, and communications needed to help you meet your professional goals with Big Law. Additionally, I'll share my experiences as someone who has been an equity...