Lawyers in the Making Podcast

Tony is a Saint Louis University School of Law Graduate and Currently works as the Founder and Creative Director at Contender. Dive into an enriching episode where Tony shares his transformative journey, delving into the depths of mindset and resilience amidst life's challenges. What sets this conversation apart is the unique turn it takes, with Tony probing the host about their own perspectives o...

Stewart is a New York Law School Graduate and currently works as a Senior Attorney at Cooper and Scully. Join us on an enlightening journey with Stewart as he shares his odyssey of law school and the motivations behind his decision to pursue this path. A testament to the power of networking, Stewart's career unfolds as a series of interconnected opportunities, each leading to the next in a remarka...

David is a Saint Louis University School of Law Graduate and Currently works as the Founder of Lexicon Legal Content. In Episode 39, join us as we explore David's fascinating journey from Cellist Player to Law Student, uncovering the motivations behind his decision to pursue law. David shares intimate insights into his law school experience and reveals the serendipitous turn of events that led him...

Patrick is a University of Illinois College of Law Graduate and currently works as the Owner and Attorney at Patino, King, and Yost. Dive deep into the journey to Law School with Patrick as he shares the motivations behind his decision to pursue this path. Together, we explore the highs and lows of his internships, revealing pivotal moments that shaped his trajectory, ultimately leading him to spe...

Scott is a University of Reading Graduate and Currently works as a Trainer and Coach of the Rainmaking Lawyers of the 21st Century at Legal Balance. Join us for a groundbreaking episode of Lawyers in the Making as we welcome our first international guest, Scott, to the podcast! Together, we delve into Scott's remarkable journey into the legal profession, exploring the nuanced differences between t...

Amy is a City University Of New York School of Law Graduate and currently works as the Project Director for the Free to be Youth Project at the Urban Justice Center. Embark on an inspirational journey with Amy as she shares her path to law school and the legal profession in our latest podcast episode. Amy's story epitomizes the diverse routes individuals take to pursue their passion for law, echoi...

Martin is a Southern Illinois University School of Law Graduate and Currently works as a Lawyer and Owner of Legal Advocacy Headquarters. Martin's journey embodies the essence of this podcast – highlighting that there's no one-size-fits-all route to the legal profession, only your unique path. In this episode, Martin shares insights from his extensive military career and how those experiences shap...

John is a University of Missouri-Saint Louis Graduate and currently works as a Partner at Anders CPAs and Advisors. John, the second non-lawyer to join our podcast, offers invaluable advice for both law students and seasoned attorneys. We delve into John's journey to his current role at Anders, exploring the significance of nurturing your position and fostering meaningful connections. From climbin...

Emily is a University of Mississippi School of Law Graduate and works as a partner at Husch Blackwell. In this episode, Emily shares her unique journey to law school, including a pivotal two-year stint teaching 5th grade before pursuing her legal career, and how this experience influenced her perspective profoundly. Delving into her law school experience, Emily discusses the highs and lows, emphas...

Join us for a wonderful conversation in Episode 32 as we journey with Jonathan, a distinguished graduate of Touro University Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center, now serving as the Associate General Counsel at PNY Technologies. Together, we unravel Jonathan's path to law school, exploring the hurdles he faced and the triumphs that shaped his career trajectory. Throughout our discussion, Jonathan generou...

Scott is an Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law Graduate and currently works as a Partner at Lewis Kappes. In this compelling Episode 31, we take a deep dive with Scott, exploring his journey to and through law school, the strategic importance of leveraging your strengths, and the ins and outs of his daily work at the firm. Scott, who serves as the co-chair of the SBA Legal Departm...

Ray is a Yale Law School graduate who works as an Associate Dean for Research and Intellectual Life and an Associate Professor of Law at Albany Law School. On episode 31 Ray Brescia and I delve into his journey from Law School to becoming a passionate advocate in Housing and Mental Health Law—fields that might surprise you. Discover the driving forces behind Ray's commitment to social change and e...

In the latest episode, we delved into a profoundly raw and meaningful discussion with Owen, exploring his journey to law school, his time in the demanding environment of Big Law, and the significance of leveraging one's strengths and embracing authenticity. Owen shared his powerful story of undergoing a liver transplant four years ago, offering insights into the lessons he's garnered from this lif...

Shelia's professional portfolio is nothing short of impressive - serving as the Current President, Founder, CEO, and General Counsel of Focus Forward Consulting, Chief Leadership and Talent Officer for WOMN LLC, and an Expert and Consultant for the Bates Group. In our conversation, we delved deep into Shelia's illustrious career, exploring the adaptability of skills and our innate capacity for per...

Jonah is a Georgetown University Law Center Graduate and Currently works as an Associate Professor of Law for Legal Practice at Georgetown Law. In this fascinating crossover episode, two legal podcasters join forces to delve into the depths of the legal world. Jonah and I explored his journey to the law, uncovering the motivations behind his career choice, and delving into the significance of esta...

Jodie is a University of Norte Dame Mendoza College of Business Graduate and currently works as a Master Structured Settlement Consultant at Arcadia Settlements Group. What sets this episode apart is that Jodie marks the first guest on the podcast without a law degree. Our conversation was truly captivating as we delved into her journey into the legal field, emphasizing the human aspect of law. We...

Luke is a West Virginia University College of Law Graduate and currently the Founder and CEO of Rhetoric. Luke and I embarked on an illuminating conversation, exploring his path to law school while successfully balancing the demands of starting a Legal Tech software startup and having a family simultaneously. Our discussion delved extensively into the intricacies of Luke's company, Rhetoric, showc...

Jeff is a 3L at George Mason University Law School and Currently works as a Senior Law Clerk at ST Engineering North America. Jeff epitomizes the central theme of this podcast: there's no singular path to law school. Our discussion delved into Jeff's eight-year tenure in the fitness industry before embarking on his journey to law school. We explored his experiences during law school, his internshi...

Ryan is a University of Chicago Law School Graduate and currently works as the Founding Partner of Rushing McCarl and as an Adjunct Professor at Loyola Law School in Los Angeles. Our conversation was nothing short of captivating as we delved into his unique journey to law school, the seamless transition of skills from teaching high school students to the legal realm, the incredible narrative of hi...

Steve is a University of Michigan Law School Graduate and Schulwolf Mediation's Founder. We delve into his journey into law school, choosing as he says, Law School or Treason, his enriching experiences both in law school and abroad in Bulgaria, and the profound impact these experiences have had on his life. Steve's perspective on work and life, emphasizing the pursuit of one's interests, resonates...

Ted is a 2L at Pennsylvania Carey Law School and held past positions as a 1L Summer Associate at Manko, Gold, Katcher, and Fox and as an SEO Law Fellow at Vinson and Elkins. Ted and I engaged in a captivating conversation, delving into his unique journey into the field of law, his reflections on his first-year experience, and invaluable advice on effective networking. Ted's articulate demeanor not...

Robert is a Pepperdine Law Graduate and currently works as the Chairman of Attorney Share, Chairman of Justice HQ, and as a Trial Lawyer at the Simon Law Group. As said in the episode, this one is dripping with wisdom. Roberts's long experience in the field, allows him to deliver knowledge on just about any topic. This episode also hits close to home for me, as I have been a subscriber to Robert’s...

Darl is. Mercer University, Walter F. George School of Law Graudte currently works as a Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Attorney at his Champion Law Firm. Darl and I had an amazing conversation speaking about his journey to law school, the experiences he had, and his experience opening his own Law Firm. Darl’s highlighting of the importance of a growth mindset is an important facet of his journ...

Amanda is a Boston College Law School graduate and the Founder of Writing Law Tutors. We delve into her journey in the legal field, exploring the reasons behind her choice to attend law school, her specialization in a particular area of law, and the evolution of her content on LinkedIn. Amanda's mindset and story serve as both inspiration and a valuable source of learning for everyone. Tune in to...

Jeffrey Pomeranz is a Florida State University College of Law graduate and currently works as a Member at Pomeranz Law PLLC and as the Chief Executive Officer at Empire Street Realty. My conversation with Jeffrey delved into fascinating insights, exploring his content creation journey on LinkedIn, reflecting on his experiences in law school and professional work, and navigating his unique path thr...