Heels In The Courtroom

Society views ambition as a positive trait for men, but not necessarily for women. Are we subconsciously creating our own glass ceiling? And what can we do to change? Heels in the Courtroom kicks off Season Two with an inspiring conversation on feminine ambition for female professionals who struggle to attain the recognition they deserve.

So close! Season Two of Heels in the Courtroom starts tomorrow, October 7, 2020.  We’re recording new episodes and bringing guests into the conversation to share new perspectives.  Got a topic you want us to talk about? Drop us an email at heelsinthecourtroom.law.

You don’t have to wait much longer!  The first episode of Season Two drops October 7, 2020. In the meantime, explore our existing library for episodes you might have missed. We’re recording the new season now, so send your topic ideas to heelsinthecourtroom.law and let us know what’s on your mind. 

Season Two of Heels in the Courtroom drops October 7, 2020.  We’re in the studio recording new conversations for Season Two, and we’ve got some great skills and sanity-saving insights we can’t wait to share. Join the conversation and contribute to our Season Two topic list by emailing your ideas to heelsinthecourtroom.law.  Tune in October 7!

It’s time to talk about it. We see racial bias in the courtroom, the boardroom and many aspects of our lives. Do you call it out, politely step aside, or find your life situation hasn’t allowed you to even see the issue? Heels in the Courtroom’s season finale is full of honest self-examination, reflection and small-step ideas on how you and your firm can promote diversity and inclusion and be acti...

Face it. We all make mistakes. But does your worst day still haunt you? And do your best days continue to inspire you?  Amy, Erica, Liz, Mary and Elizabeth share their emotional stories and come to one conclusion…..learning from both situations is a vital survival skill. 

Imagine that every expert you hire is saying “Help me help you.” Are you doing enough to ensure your expert delivers the strongest possible depo? Amy, Erica, Mary and Liz share their tips on how to prep experts to know their role in your case, stand by their opinion and keep their cool when opposing counsel turns up the heat. 

Is your go-to trial outfit sending the wrong message? Are four-inch heels in the courtroom persuasive or provocative? What’s the verdict on bare arms, pantyhose and ponytails? And do you dare to wear a brightly colored dress?  Amy, Erica, Liz and Mary gently push the black power suit to the back of the closet and share an empowering discussion on how to dress for your own comfort and confidence.

Is your go-to trial outfit sending the wrong message? Are four-inch heels in the courtroom persuasive or provocative? What’s the verdict on bare arms, pantyhose and ponytails? And do you dare to wear a brightly colored dress?  Amy, Erica, Liz and Mary push dark suits to the back of the closet and empower women to embrace their personalities and dress for comfort and confidence.

Face it. You might not be at this firm forever. But how do you know when to leave and where you belong? Amy, Mary, Erica, Liz and Elizabeth at Heels In The Courtroom discuss insightful questions to ask yourself before deciding to pivot or persevere at your current firm. 

Heels In The Courtroom defines the #MeToo social movement with a simple phrase potential offenders should be able to understand, “Don’t be a creepy a**hole!” What is the best way to get this information out into the workplace?  Learn why everyone should care.

Are you a passenger in your own career? Being successful means defining your niche, marketing your skills and finding ways to make it rain. Introverts and extroverts will gain empowering insights to help build your career and legal reputation from your first day in law school to your next appearance in the courtroom.

Of course you know how to deal with email.  But are you committing an email sin without knowing it? Do you type in all caps? Use too many exclamation points? Or BCC? Get great tips on how to draft more professional emails and learn how Amy and Erica respond to keyboard warriors. Yes, that’s a thing. Don’t miss it…exclamation point!!!

Covid-19 forced every attorney in America to change the way they do business. How are you doing?  Amy, Erica, Liz, Mary and Elizabeth share their struggles with team coordination, tech and toddlers, and discuss how working from home offered unexpected insights that will change the way they work forever.  

Women walk a fine line between being perceived as being assertive or aggressive.  One is a positive, the other might give you a reputation as a royal pain. This Heels In The Courtroom podcast tackles the double-standard of assertiveness between male and female attorneys, and how to turn the table to your advantage.

If something in your closet no longer gives you joy, throw it out.  But does that apply to work and social situations too? Liz, Amy and Erica talk about de-cluttering your home, your office and your contact list in this wide-ranging conversation. De-clutter your schedule and tune in.

Stick to the rules and your opponent will have to focus on substance.  Learn some tips from Amy, Erica and Liz on avoiding the distracting pitfalls of legal procedures, and why it matters in the courtroom.

When you meet a potential client for the first time, you have plenty of questions, and so does your client. How can you learn the facts while building a connection with your client? Amy, Erica, Mary and Elizabeth discuss successful first client meetings and the importance of being an attorney and counselor for your clients.

You’ve got 24 hours. How do you carve out time to keep your batteries charged while also check everything off the list? From night owls to early risers, the female attorneys at The Simon Law Firm offer perspective and helpful tips to make the most out of every day.

Prepare. Practice. Prepare. Practice. Amy, Mary, Erica, Liz and Elizabeth discuss best strategies for preparing for opening statement. Learn some tips from the Heels in the Courtroom trial attorneys and make your next opening statement the blockbuster performance you want it to be.

Erica has “thunder tears.” For Liz, it’s “hot garbage.” No matter what you call it, we’ve all had days where life is one big hot mess. Amy, Mary, Erica and Liz talk about how they re-center when everything goes sideways, and how to do it without guilt….well, almost.

Want to connect more effectively with your clients?  And deal with opposing counsel more effectively when they get in your client’s face? Amy, Mary, Erica, Liz and Elizabeth share stories and tips on putting clients at ease for deposition while gaining confidence in your own skills.

Battling the balance? Stop! The phrase “Work-Life Balance” is considered inadmissible for the female trial attorneys at The Simon Law Firm. Find out why Amy, Erica, Liz and Mary refuse to accept this stressful mindset and how you can release your guilt.

Looking for a professional community with a female voice?  Join the trial attorneys at The Simon Law Firm as they share great stories about turning insults into inspiration. Get empowering tips on how to keep your cool when, not if, it happens to you, and learn why being underestimated may be the most powerful tool in your toolbox.

When you wear Heels In The Courtroom, life and law are a little bit different. This fresh and insightful new podcast from the female trial attorneys at The Simon Law Firm offers mentoring, community and great girl talk about being the best you can be in every part of your life.  So kick off those heels, pour a glass of wine, and get to know Amy Gunn, Erica Slater, Liz Lenivy, Mary Simon and Elizab...