Join host Kathryn Rubino on the Jabot Podcast as she sits down with Columbia Law School’s Susan Sturm to discuss her compelling new book, “What Might Be.” Susan shares her passion for social justice and explores the power of reimagining systems for a more equitable future. This episode is a must-listen for those eager to understand the paradoxes in social justice work and how to navigate them for impactful change.

Highlights

• Seeds of the book from childhood experiences.

• Contradiction seen in the law from day one.

• Building environments for full participation.

• Academia as a path for social justice.

• The power of ideas in driving change.

• What law is according to Robert Cover.

• Imagining systems for social justice.

• Creating micro spaces of justice now.

• Three paradoxes in addressing racism.

• Navigating racial salience paradox.

• Building multiracial collaborations.

• The challenge and necessity of hope.

• Avoiding internal immigration.

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• https://whatmightbe.me/

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Join host Kathryn Rubino with guests Laurice Rutledge Lambert and Jennifer Whitton. Discover their unique journey from Big Law to founding a boutique health law firm. Explore their mission-driven approach and the challenges they face in healthcare regulation. Perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs and legal enthusiasts

Highlights

• Jennifer’s journey: from international relations to law.

• Laurice’s shift from medicine ambitions to health law.

• Misconceptions about lawyers and real pathway insights.

• Importance of persistence in career focus.

• Jennifer’s mentor-driven transition to actual healthcare law.

• Challenges and implications of starting their own firm.

• Big law vs. entrepreneurship: Laurice’s turning point.

• Values-driven alignment in forming their firm.

• Organic growth and values attract talent.

• Overcoming misconceptions about small firms lacking sophistication.

• Team strength and client faith as major successes.

• Current challenges and future of health care law.

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Links and Resources

• Jennifer's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferpwhitton/

• Laurice's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauricelambert/

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Tune into The Jabot Podcast for a must-listen episode with Anna Kirkland, a professor at the University of Michigan. Discover how her new book reveals the complexities and failures of discrimination law in healthcare. Unpack how civil rights shape healthcare access, and learn about the impact of algorithmic bias. Essential for those keen on healthcare policies and rights protections. Don’t miss it!

Highlights

• Anna’s academic journey: from law school to academia

• The intersection of civil rights and healthcare in Kirkland’s book

• Historical context: Transgender rights and public opinion

• Complexities of implementing nondiscrimination in healthcare

• Supreme Court involvement in gender-affirming care for youth

• Medicare as a tool of civil rights enforcement in history

• The role of rank-and-file employees in healthcare discrimination

• Patient experience: legal vs. customer service approach

• Challenges of addressing algorithmic discrimination in healthcare

• Key issues in healthcare discrimination today

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• https://www.ucpress.edu/books/health-care-civil-rights/paper

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On the latest episode of the Jabot Podcast, host Kathryn Rubino welcomes attorney Laura Cowan, author of “Lifestyle Lawyer Revolution.” Discover why Laura transitioned from CPA to law, her journey of starting an estate planning firm, and the insights from her lifestyle-focused law practice. Laura shares invaluable tips on balancing career success with personal well-being. Whether you’re a seasoned lawyer or just starting, Laura’s practical advice and unique perspective offer a refreshing take on modern legal practice. Don’t miss this insightful conversation!

Highlights

• Combining law with finance interests

• Entrepreneurial spirit in law practice

• Surviving the challenge of starting a law firm

• Importance of practical law education

• Debunking the workaholic lawyer myth

• Avoiding lawyer burnout

• Utilizing technology in law practice

• Value of coaching for legal success

• Fear and success in public speaking

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• https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F3FNZMQN

• https://www.2hourlifestylelawyer.com/

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In this episode, host Kathryn Rubino chats with Marnie Dale Ragan, Ariella Gutman, and Kara Olesky. They share insights on their unique journeys in the legal field, focusing on the intricacies of condominium law, litigation, and business. Explore how they balance professional growth with personal life, tackle high-stakes disputes, and the dynamics of partnership. Perfect for aspiring lawyers or anyone intrigued by the law’s diverse career paths.

Highlights

• Navigating high stakes business disputes.

• Journey to unconventional practice areas.

• The personal and corporate intersection in condo law.

• Condo governance: challenges and responsibilities.

• Evolving legal issues in condo management.

• The path to partnership: experiences and expectations.

• Balancing career ambitions with personal life.

• Collective support among partners.

• Growth beyond partnership.

• Celebrating career milestones and victories.

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• https://www.lexisnexis.com/lexisplus

Links and Resources

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/kara-olesky-48205034/

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/ariellagutman/

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/marnie-dale-ragan-44185813/

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In this episode, host Kathryn Rubino chats with Cecilia Poullain, an international executive coach and former lawyer. Cecilia shares insightful career transitions from law to coaching, focusing on empowering women to become partners in law firms. The episode uncovers the hidden challenges of partnership, the importance of confidence, and striking a work-life balance. Cecilia’s personal stories reveal the necessity of understanding one’s true career desires. A must-listen for aspiring partners and those questioning their legal career path.

Highlights

• Transitioning from law to executive coaching.

• Valuable skills from a legal background in the financial sector.

• Discovering a path through Gestalt therapy.

• Challenges in the partnership journey for women.

• The hidden skills needed for partnership.

• Confidence issues and perfectionism in law.

• The loneliness and mental health in law firms.

• Recognizing and utilizing emotional intelligence in law.

• Balancing personal life with demanding legal careers.

• Flexibility in work arrangements as a solution.

• Navigating personal goals within rigid law firm structures.

• Coaching focus: achieving partnership to improve firm culture.

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• https://www.ceciliapoullain.com/

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Kathryn Rubino chats with Olga Berson partner at Thompson Coburn. Olga shares her journey from a scientist to a top patent attorney, tackling AI’s impact on patentability and the evolving biosimilar litigation. Her unique insights and balance between law and ballroom dancing make it an inspiring episode!

Highlights

• Path from science to patent law.

• Patent lawyers as the geeks of the law field.

• Collaborating across legal disciplines.

• Day-to-day life of a patent partner.

• Unique career spanning patent prosecution, litigation, and more.

• Key issues: Patent eligibility and AI.

• Patent law and its challenges with biotech and AI.

• Balancing AI’s role in innovation and patentability.

• AI hallucinations and legal implications.

• Lateral move to Thompson Coburn and its appeal.

• Combining a demanding career with ballroom dancing.

• Advice for aspiring patent lawyers: Build client trust.

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• https://www.linkedin.com/in/olga-berson-phd-patent-attorney/

• https://www.thompsoncoburn.com/people/olga-berson-ph-d/

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Kathryn Rubino chats with Padideh Jafari founder and CEO of Jafari Law and Mediation Office. Discover Padideh’s inspiring journey from a five-year-old aspiring lawyer to a successful family law practitioner and advocate. With fascinating insights into handling high-conflict divorce cases, Jafari offers valuable advice for budding lawyers on balancing a demanding career with personal well-being. Tune in for a dose of inspiration and practical tips.

Highlights

• Inspiration to pursue law from age five.

• Overcoming skepticism and pursuing legal education.

• Challenges and attrition in law school leading to camaraderie.

• Early passion and varied legal experiences.

• Balancing personal interest with market demand.

• The advantage of pre-law school attorney roles.

• Choosing family law despite initial reluctance.

• Importance of work experience during law school.

• Specializing in high-conflict cases and mediation.

• Integrating technology like AI into law practice.

• Significance of community involvement in legal practice.

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• https://www.instagram.com/jafarilegal/?hl=es-la

• https://www.youtube.com/@jafarilegal

• https://www.tiktok.com/@jafarilegal

• https://x.com/jafarilawfirm

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