Lawyers in the Making Podcast

Ernie Svenson is a consultant and Manager at his very own LawFirmAutoPilot. Ernie and I had a spectacular conversation about his upbringing and journey to law, important stories that impacted the rest of his life, and how important selling and value are to any facet of your life. Finally, we spoke extensively about AI's future, and his tips to effectively use it to get ahead. Ernie’s growth mindse...

Lisa is a Cardozo School of Law graduate, currently working as counsel to the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office. Lisa and I had a spectacular conversation about her Journey to the law, combining her love for writing with the law, and her amazing story of giving an oral argument at the US Supreme Court. Lisa’s story is riveting and inspiring, showing her determination and character through her aw...

Elizabeth is a Trial Lawyer and Consultant at the Larrick Law Firm. Elizabeth and I had an extremely wide-ranging conversation about her experience in Law School, the Business of the Law, and the importance of having a growth mindset. Elizabeth's experience in the law and starting her own firm is a valuable story for anyone to learn from. This episode includes a ton of Elizabeth's, and for the fir...

Brad is a University of Illinois College of Law graduate and is currently retired from the law. Brad's long experience in the field of law, brings amazing stories, Brilliant wisdom, and great life advice. Brad spoke on the utter importance of finding a job, and the path that makes you happy within the day-to-day job you work. This episode with Brad is persistent with wisdom and insights that anyon...

Abe is a 3L at Albany Law School and is currently a Legal Intern at Girvin & Ferlazzo. Abe discusses the importance of networking, the benefits of working in diverse fields, and the skills gained along the way. Abe being the Executive Director of Albany Law Moot Court, we spoke at length about the benefits of the Albany Law Moot Court as well as the bigger idea of the importance of putting you...

Adam is a University of California Berkeley School of Law Graduate, currently working as a Principal at Optimized Legal Solutions, and writes for his blog, Empirical SCOTUSblog. Adam brings great insights about his own positive and negative experiences with the law, building a brand, and finding what line of work is right for you. Adam's current line of work at Optimized Legal Solutions, shows a f...

Dan Cotter is a graduate of the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law and currently works as an Attorney and Counselor at Howard & Howard Attorneys. Dan's life experiences throughout his career present him as the epitome of the common phrase in all professional fields "It's all about who you know". Dan gives great insights into the importance of Networking, mentorship, and building expe...

Nick Grande is a 3L at Georgetown Law School, Holding past internships as a Summer Associate at Davis, Polk, and Wardwell LLP, and a Judicial Intern at the United States District in the Eastern District of New York, for Judge Gary R. Brown. Nick brings great insights about His experience in law school, at Sumer internships, and his transition from getting drafted in the MLB to attending Georgetown...

Hirsha is currently a Federal Justice Fellow at If/When/How, graduating from Cuny Law School. Hirsha gives great insights about selling yourself, taking risks, and standing on your decisions. Hirsha’s inspiring career arch is an inspiring story, for people unsure about law school. Hirsha’s long career in two different fields brings an extremely unique perspective on the legal field. https://www.li...

Patrick is currently a partner at Freeman, Mathis, & Gary, graduating from the University of Flordia College of Law. Patrick gives great insights about the importance of mentorship, building a brand, and networking as well as the pitfalls of Law school as an institution. Patrick's straightforward perspective on the law and the skills needed as well as his great stories show just how unique of...

Max Kissack is a 2L at Albany Law recently working at the Rensselaer District Attorney’s office as well as currently holding positions as a student representative at the Themis Bar Review and a Sponsler Fellow Teaching Assistant for Federal Civil Procedure. Max and I spoke about why it’s important to not be afraid, how networking can help you in your legal experience, and his own experiences as a...

Carl Birman currently owns and operates his very own Birman Law Office, graduating from Duke School of Law. Carl had great insights into the necessity of mentors in the field of law, what inspired him throughout his legal experience, as well as some great stories, from the storyteller himself. https://www.linkedin.com/in/carldavidbirman Get full access to Lawyers in the Making Podcast at lawyersin...

Brian Ginsberg is currently a partner and Co-Chair of the appellate group at Harris Beach PLLC, graduating from Columbia Law School. Brian had great insights into the importance of networking, mentorship, and as well as great stories from his long experiences in the field of Law. https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-d-ginsberg-5790a114/ Get full access to Lawyers in the Making Podcast at lawyersinthe...

Ray Weiss is a recent Graduate of Albany Law, Currently working as an Employee Relations Associate for New York State. Ray brings great insights about the importance of networking, staying positive, and avoiding getting hit by the truck of the law. ⁠ https://www.linkedin.com/in/raymond-weiss-1750/ Get full access to Lawyers in the Making Podcast at lawyersinthemaking.substack.com/subscribe

Justin Davis is a 3L at Albany Law, currently working as a Judicial Intern at the U.S District Court, in the Northern District of New York, working under the Honorable Judge Lawrence E. Kahn. Justin brings great insights for networking, hard work, and staying ahead of the pack. ⁠ https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-davis-42137213b/⁠ Get full access to Lawyers in the Making Podcast at lawyersinthema...