Synopsis
I Am The Law is an award-winning show about law jobs. We profile recent and seasoned law school graduates in different jobs to help listeners learn about the legal profession.
Episodes
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Obtaining Writs of Mandamus to Assist Aggrieved Government Employees
09/02/2015 Duration: 25minMichael Morguess discusses his new appellate practice where he frequently seeks writs of mandamus—an order to a government agency or official to behave in accordance with the law—for clients terminated by government agencies. With jobs and livelihoods on the line, Michael faces a lot of pressure running his own firm, but the intellectual challenge and thrill of victory buoy his non-traditional litigation practice. Michael is a graduate of Western State University College of Law,This episode is hosted by Debby Merritt.Mentioned in this episode:Learn more about BlueprintAccess LawHub today!Learn more about Baylor LawLearn more about Vermont LawLearn more about Seton HallUtah LawLearn more about Utah Law
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Delving into Residential Real Estate Law
02/02/2015 Duration: 24minBarbara Stewart is a real estate lawyer. Barbara started her career as in-house counsel for a large communications company before venturing into real estate law. Today, she spends her time drafting real estate transaction documents to help clients purchase and sell residential homes. Barbara outlines several common trappings that face real estate lawyers. If her sky-high malpractice insurance is any measure, it's among the riskier practice areas around. Barbara is a graduate of University of Texas School of Law.This episode is hosted by Aaron Taylor. Mentioned in this episode:Learn more about Seton HallUtah LawLearn more about Utah LawAccess LawHub today!Learn more about Vermont LawLearn more about Baylor LawLearn more about Blueprint
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Representing Alleged Criminals Who Can't Afford a Lawyer
26/01/2015 Duration: 23minLaurie Landsittel gives us valuable insight into the day-to-day duties of public defenders. Laurie shares some of her personal experiences, such as her biggest challenges representing defendants who committed serious crimes, as well as the time when she helped a teenage girl get out of jail and back on her feet. Laurie is a graduate of the University of Georgia Law.This episode is hosted by Derek Tokaz. Mentioned in this episode:Learn more about BlueprintLearn more about Vermont LawLearn more about Baylor LawAccess LawHub today!Learn more about Seton HallUtah LawLearn more about Utah Law
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Litigating and Prosecuting Patents
23/01/2015 Duration: 22minCarlos Rosario is a patent lawyer who has twice switched law firms in Silicon Valley to strike his ideal balance between patent prosecution and patent litigation. Today, Carlos works for one of the largest intellectual property (IP) firms in the world. This interview illustrates the IP world to listeners generally—including whether certain IP lawyers need special credentials—before diving into the particulars of day-to-day practice. Carlos is a graduate of Santa Clara University School of Law.This episode is hosted by Mike Spivey. Mentioned in this episode:Access LawHub today!Utah LawLearn more about Utah LawLearn more about Seton HallLearn more about Vermont LawLearn more about Baylor LawLearn more about Blueprint
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The Insurance Maze, Tough Clients, and Prevalent Sexism in Personal Injury Practice
21/01/2015 Duration: 35minTricia Dennis has been a personal injury lawyer for almost 30 years. From dealing with sexist opponents to corralling tough clients, Tricia reveals several challenges she's faced in her career. She walks us through a plaintiff lawyer’s perspective on client intake, negotiations, and settlement. By the end of this episode, listeners understand that, more than anything, Tricia is a small business owner who helps her clients navigate an insurance maze. Tricia is a graduate of the University of Tennessee School of Law.This episode is hosted by Debby Merritt. Mentioned in this episode:Access LawHub today!Learn more about BlueprintLearn more about Seton HallUtah LawLearn more about Utah LawLearn more about Vermont LawLearn more about Baylor Law
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Mediation, Conciliation, and Litigation in Family Law
19/01/2015 Duration: 22minGabriel Cheong is the owner of a small family law firm. In this episode, Gabriel explains how his use of technology and fixed fees maximizes time spent on his clients' legal dilemmas. He mixes traditional litigation with mediation, conciliation, and guardian ad litem. With this kind of work, Gabriel experiences emotional ups and downs. Yet he observes that they’re two sides of the same coin. After all, his job is to help clients whose lives are being torn apart. Gabriel is a graduate of Northeastern Law School.This episode is hosted by Aaron Taylor. Mentioned in this episode:Learn more about BlueprintAccess LawHub today!Utah LawLearn more about Utah LawLearn more about Seton HallLearn more about Baylor LawLearn more about Vermont Law