Lawyers in the Making Podcast

Andrew is a Vanderbilt University Law School Graduate and currently works as the Head of Appellate Practice at Arnold and Itkin. In this episode, we dive deep into Andrew's inspiring journey—a path marked by intentional decisions and a relentless pursuit of passion. We kick off our conversation before Andrew’s time at Vanderbilt University Law School. Faced with a pivotal choice, Andrew had to dec...

Colin is a Suffolk University Law School Graduate and Currently works as the Director of Legal and Evangelist at Malbek. In this episode, I sit down with Colin, a trailblazer in the Legal Tech industry whose journey is a testament to innovation and resilience. We kick off by exploring Colin's formative years before law school, delving into his early legal experiences that shaped his career traject...

Frank is a University of Illinois Chicago Graduate and Currently works as a Financial Advisor in Boca Raton, Florida, and as a Member of the Personal CFO Network. In this episode, we dive deep into the inspiring journey of Frank, whose unconventional path to the law offers fresh insights and valuable lessons. Frank's story begins at Ace Hardware, where he developed foundational skills and work eth...

Justin is a University of Virginia School of Law Graduate and Currently works as an Appellate Attorney and Shareholder at GableGotwals. In this episode, Justin shares his remarkable journey, demonstrating the pivotal role of networking in his career trajectory. From one position to another, Justin leveraged his connections to climb the legal ladder. We kick off with Justin’s law school experience,...

Mike is a University of Detroit Mercy School of Law graduate and currently works as the Owner and CEO of Fireproof Performance and the President and Owner of Micheal Morse Law Firm. Join us for a riveting episode with Mike Morse, whose journey from self-doubt to towering success in the legal field is nothing short of inspirational. Mike’s story begins in law school, a place he initially approached...

Ryan is a University of Wyoming College of Law Graduate and Currently works as the Founder of Hive-Five JD Hive and as a Restorative Family Mediator at Flannel People Mediation. Join us for an extraordinary episode with Ryan, a story of monumental struggles and even greater triumphs—a true tale for the ages. We begin with Ryan's entrance into law school, driven by his passion for learning and a qu...

Karl is a South Texas College of Law Houston Graduate and works as the Founder of Doyle & Seelbach and as the Founder of Skribe. In this episode, I'm thrilled to sit down with Karl, a true pioneer in the legal tech industry, who is transforming the potential value of AI into a reality. Karl's journey to the law began with a unique inspiration: his father's deposition readings. We dive deep into hi...

Jody is a University of Houston Law Center Graduate and works as a Partner at Kelly Hart and Hallman. Join us for an inspiring conversation with Jody, a trailblazer in the legal field who carved his path without any family ties to law. Jody opens up about the intense pressures of his first year, emphasizing the crucial support system of friends and family that helped him thrive. Through a candid r...

Khurram is a Univesrity of Illinois Chicago School of Law graduate and works as the Founder of Freshwater Counsel. In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating and unconventional journey of Khurram, whose path to law was anything but linear. With a degree in Biology and Psychology, Khurram's career began in research labs, transitioned to a stint as a Futures Broker, and ultimately led him ba...

Laura is a Baylor Univesrity School of Law graduate and works as the owner of Ramos James Law PLLC. In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Laura, whose inspiring journey began in Mexico and led to her thriving legal career in the United States. From a traumatic dog attack in her childhood to the challenges of adapting to American life and excelling as a college student, Laura's story...

Steven is a University of Pittsburgh School of Law Graduate and works as the Second Vice President at Western World Insurance Group. Join us for an engaging and hilarious journey with Steven, whose career is a testament to the power of not taking life too seriously. From his days at SUNY Albany to earning his law degree at the University of Pittsburgh School of Law, Steven's path to AIG is filled...

John is a Univesrity of Texas School of Law Graduate and works as a Managing Partner at Rushing McCarl. In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with John Rushing, whose journey is one of the most illustrious and multifaceted we've ever featured. From his mentorship under the former director of the NSA to dining with Barack Obama and Joe Biden, John’s story is nothing short of extraordi...

Bo is a Fox School of Business at Temple University graduate and currently works as the CEO and Co-Founder of Pareto Legal. In this episode, we dive deep into the inspiring journey of Bo, a testament to the tagline of our podcast. Despite never attending law school, Bo navigated his way into the legal field, demonstrating that there are many paths to success. Bo and I explore his unconventional ro...

KimberMarie is an Elon University School of Law graduate who works as an Account Manager at Contender and a Law Clerk at Luft Tumlin. In this episode, I sit down with the multifaceted KimberMarie, who took a three-year pause before embarking on her law school journey. This conversation underscores our podcast’s core message: there is no single path to the legal profession—only your unique journey....

Leslee is a New York University School of Law Graduate and Managing Partner at AllRise Legal Counsel. Join us as we dive deep into the fascinating and multifaceted journey of Leslee, a powerhouse in the legal world whose path to success is anything but straightforward. In this episode, Leslee takes us from her early days in BigLaw to founding her firm, AllRise Counsel, sharing invaluable insights...

Chris is a University of Virginia School of Law Graduate and works as the Senior Counsel at Alliance Defending Freedom. Prepare to be inspired by Chris's remarkable journey into the world of law. His path is a testament to the power of faith, resilience, and self-belief. In this episode, we delve deep into Chris's experiences, from the challenges of law school to landing his dream job. Chris share...

Ron is a Temple University Graduate and works as the Founder of LegalFenix. In this episode, we dive deep into the extraordinary journey of Ron. Despite never attending law school or becoming a lawyer, Ron embodies the essence of our podcast's tagline: there is no straight path to the law, only your unique journey. Ron has played a pivotal role in numerous law firms across the country. Throughout...

Justin is a USC Gould School of Law Graduate and works as a Partner at ArentFox Schiff. In this episode, Justin and I embark on a fascinating journey, reminiscing about his beginnings at USC Gould School of Law and traveling through the corridors of the Big 10 Conference, the empire of Mr. Beast, and the creative genius of Matt Stone, co-creator of my favorite show, South Park . Justin shares his...

Yisrael is a Southwestern Law School Graduate and currently works as an Attorney at Gelb Law. In this episode, we sit down with Yisrael, a living testament to our podcast’s tagline: there is no straight path to law or law school. Yisrael spent most of his 20s becoming a Rabbi, only to pivot at 32 and decide to pursue a career in law. His journey is a powerful reminder that it's never too late to c...

Richard is a Maurice A. Deane School of Law Graduate and currently works as a Partner at Amster Rothstein and Ebenstien. Join us for an insightful conversation with Richard, whose path to law school and the legal profession is anything but typical. With a background in engineering, Richard brings a unique perspective to the legal world, challenging the conventional narrative of what it means to be...

Jay is a Univesrity of Michigan Law School Graduate and Currently works as the Co-Founder and Chief Strategist at Harrington. Embark on an inspiring journey with Jay as he shares his transformation from College Baseball Player to law school graduate. In our conversation, we delve deep into the power of mindset and maintaining momentum, unlocking the secrets to achieving exponential growth. Jay emp...

Loyd is a Tulane University Law School Graduate and is the Principal Attorney at Loyd J Bourgeois Attorney at Law. Join us for an inspiring journey with Loyd as we delve into the fascinating intersection of engineering and law. In this episode, Loyd shares his remarkable trajectory from engineering student to law school, offering valuable insights into how his background in engineering has shaped...

Tyler is a Gonzaga University School of Law Graduate and currently works as the Owner of The Longhair Lawyer. Discover Tyler's unique journey to law school, where construction and farming backgrounds converge with legal expertise. His distinct perspective, shaped by past experiences, offers a refreshing lens through which to navigate the legal landscape. Delve into Tyler's insights on leveraging s...

Tim is a Chapman University Fowler School of Law graduate who works as a Principal at Kowal Law Group. Join Tim on a captivating journey through his path to law school, a unique six-year odyssey from undergraduate studies to his eventual enrollment. In this episode, Tim and I explore a plethora of topics, delving into his pivotal decision to specialize in Appellate Litigation, and offering invalua...

Lisa is a Western State College of Law Graduate and Currently Works as the Co-Owner and Managing Partner at Blasser Law. Lisa candidly shares the challenges she faced, including academic probation, and her triumphant turnaround, culminating in the establishment of her firm alongside her husband. Through personal anecdotes and professional insights, Lisa unveils the genesis of the Law School Succes...