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LawHer, is here to shine a light on some of the brightest and boldest women in the legal industry. From attorneys to judges, entrepreneurs to politicians, we will be discussing their unique career paths, as well as the tools they developed along the way.
LawHer
1y ago
As more women enter the legal space, we are seeing a shift. Attorneys, and legal professionals, empowered to show up as themselves. Playing by their own rules. Lifting one another up. And fighting for justice - together.
Despite under-representation, the first season of LawHer has revealed that there is no shortage of courageous women, unafraid to take up space. We have had the pleasure of talking with women who are taking the legal by storm. They own their story, show up authentically, and are cutting their own paths while reaching back to pull others forward. Today, we look back at some of t ..read more
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1y ago
Kathleen Martinez has a distinct and bold style. Her very existence forces people to examine the stereotypes of what a successful female lawyer looks like. Blond hair, all pink branding, marketing almost exclusively on TikTok, smart as a whip, and here to win. Managing Attorney at Martinez Immigration, she struck out on her own when confronted with employers who diminished her capabilities and put her in a box.
Today, she shares the viral story of how she walked away from her sexist boss - and took the firm's clients with her when she left. We also discuss the importance of having a supportive ..read more
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1y ago
SVP of Operations at Fireproof Performance, Jennifer Harvala, has helped accelerate the growth of firms nationwide. She began as a receptionist at the Mike Morse Law Firm. Over the past 17 years, she took every opportunity to grow and made herself indispensable. She shares how to expand your book of business, the goals that will actually move your firm forward, and how to become a more effective leader.
What’s In This Episode
Who is Jennifer Harvala?
What goals should firms set to move the firm forward truly?
How can firms hire before they hit a pain point?
At what point do visionaries need t ..read more
LawHer
1y ago
Taking charge of your time - and career - is not about quick hacks or hustle. It's about identifying the emotional problems that hold you to unobtainable standards. And moving past them.
Olivia Vizachero, attorney legal professional for nearly a decade, began The Less Stressed Lawyer to help attorneys prioritize well-being. So many of her colleagues were overworked, over-stressed, overwhelmed, and ready for a change. She dives deep into taking charge of your life and regaining control of your time. We uncover the emotional roadblocks that squander your time and the tools you need to put yourse ..read more
LawHer
1y ago
Taking charge of your time - and career - is not about quick hacks or hustle. Its about identifying the emotional problems that hold you to unobtainable standards. And moving past them.
Olivia Vizachero, attorney legal professional for nearly a decade, began The Less Stressed Lawyer to help attorneys prioritize well-being. So many of her colleagues were over-worked, over-stressed, overwhelmed and ready for a change. She dives deep into taking charge of your life and regaining control of your time. We uncover the emotional roadblocks that squander your time and tools you need to put yourself fi ..read more
LawHer
1y ago
Suzi Hixon has excelled as a trademark attorney for over 15 years. Throughout her career, she saw a recurring problem. Female attorneys are incredible advocates for their clients but not for themselves. She built the mentor-led platform Legally Blissed to help women put themselves first. Tempering ambition with deep self-care, Suzi explains how to recognize external conditioning, set boundaries, and get off the back burner and into the fire. She also explains the importance of rest and self-care.
What's in This Episode
Who is Suzi Hixon?
How can women be better advocates for themselves?
How c ..read more
LawHer
1y ago
Suzi Hixon has excelled as a trademark attorney for over 15 years. Throughout her career, she saw a recurring problem. Female attorneys are incredible advocates for their clients, but not for themselves. She built the mentor-led platform Legally Blissed to help women put themselves first. Tempering ambition with deep self-care Suzi explains how to recognize external conditioning, set boundaries, get off the back burner and into the fire. She also explains the importance of rest and self-care.
What's in This Episode
Who is Suzi Hixon?
How can women be better advocates for themselves?
How can w ..read more
LawHer
1y ago
Megan Hargroder, owner of Conversations Digital is a master at extracting compelling narratives. The former journalist has helped multiple law firms and attorneys get clear on their brand. As we all know, confused customers don't buy. Clear narratives help win the trust and, ultimately, the contacts of more clients. She shares why the most important story is our own, why vulnerability wins more clients, and how women can construct a clear and authentic digital persona.
Megan appeared on our companion podcast Personal Injury Mastermind. Follow the link below to find out how humanizing a law fir ..read more
LawHer
1y ago
Thanks to social media, the perception of who can be a lawyer is changing. Talia has created a TikTok to do just that. As an Armenian, she sees few female attorneys and even fewer judges who have the same lived experience as her. Today she shares her path and what drove her to become one of only two people to ever win the Pepperdine hat trick - winning all three moot court competitions - and how she uses social media to paint a more nuanced picture of what lawyering looks like.
What’s In This Episode
Who is Talia?
When she felt like quitting, what kept her going?
What was the experience of su ..read more
LawHer
1y ago
Women play a major role in the business of law firms but have few safe spaces to come together through life's highs and lows. If the people who champion and encourage you come from your professional network, why not invite them into your personal life?
It is this crossover concept that helped founders Carson Bayer Gillespie and Melissa Lamore spark the idea for the League. A network woman in the legal field, The League, aims to support the whole woman at any stage in her career. Today, Carson discusses her current role at Legal Association Management and how she has thrown balance out the wind ..read more