Next Monday and Tuesday, the General Counsel Conference East will crank up at the Marriott Marquis in New York, offering today’s legal leaders insights on growth, innovation and excellence. And Legal Speak will be there.
Nov 15, 2024•11 min
In this week's episode, Joseph Moreno, who currently serves in the Army Office of General Counsel at the Pentagon, joins Legal Speak to discuss the implications of President-elect Donald Trump’s win on his pending criminal cases.
Nov 08, 2024•19 min
In this week's Legal Speak episode, Jen Patton, the chief talent officer for Foley & Lardner in Houston, and Leigh Riley, a Milwaukee partner and member of the firm's management committee, speak with ALM senior business of law reporter Brenda Sapino Jeffreys about how the firm's new partner training program can help benefit lawyers throughout their careers.
Nov 01, 2024•18 min
It's time for a Legal Speak Spotlight ... where we turn back the clock and revisit a previous episode you may have missed. And considering how close the Presidential Election is ... this still feels timely. In a conversation with The American Lawyer’s Patrick Smith, Skadden's Ki Hong describes how his practice came to fruition, how things have changed in the political climate over the last 20 years, how Harris’ entry into the fray creates some confusing donor situations and what changes might ma...
Oct 25, 2024•23 min•Ep. 375
The Women, Influence & Power in Law Awards 2024 honors top women lawyers who have made a remarkable difference in the legal profession. It honors the trailblazers, advocates, and leaders who have demonstrated exceptional skill, dedication, and commitment to advancing equality. From breaking barriers in the workplace to championing important causes in our communities, these remarkable women inspire us all. This year the awards were held at the WIPL conference in Chicago and Legal Speak spoke ...
Oct 07, 2024•4 min•Ep. 372
The Women, Influence & Power in Law Awards 2024 honors top women lawyers who have made a remarkable difference in the legal profession. It honors the trailblazers, advocates, and leaders who have demonstrated exceptional skill, dedication, and commitment to advancing equality. From breaking barriers in the workplace to championing important causes in our communities, these remarkable women inspire us all. This year the awards were held at the WIPL conference in Chicago and Legal Speak spoke ...
Oct 07, 2024•4 min•Ep. 374
The Women, Influence & Power in Law Awards 2024 honors top women lawyers who have made a remarkable difference in the legal profession. It honors the trailblazers, advocates, and leaders who have demonstrated exceptional skill, dedication, and commitment to advancing equality. From breaking barriers in the workplace to championing important causes in our communities, these remarkable women inspire us all. This year the awards were held at the WIPL conference in Chicago and Legal Speak spoke ...
Oct 07, 2024•3 min•Ep. 373
The Women, Influence & Power in Law Awards 2024 honors top women lawyers who have made a remarkable difference in the legal profession. It honors the trailblazers, advocates, and leaders who have demonstrated exceptional skill, dedication, and commitment to advancing equality. From breaking barriers in the workplace to championing important causes in our communities, these remarkable women inspire us all. This year the awards were held at the WIPL conference in Chicago and Legal Speak spoke ...
Oct 07, 2024•4 min•Ep. 371
In this week's Legal Speak episode, Cravath, Swaine & Moore tax partner Len Teti discusses the firm's only podcast, "On Tax", which he hosts. Teti has been doing the show for eight seasons, and the podcast has been a hit. Here, Teti explains its genesis, why he does it on top of his practice and why he feels it is an effective recruiting tool for the firm.
Oct 04, 2024•35 min
WIPL is back! Described as one of the “most inspiring and empowering women's conferences in the legal space,” Women, Influence & Power in Law (WIPL) offers an opportunity for unprecedented exchange with women in-house and outside counsel. This premier legal event, gathering 700+ senior female legal leaders for top-notch networking with peers and mentors, is being held in Chicago .. and Legal Speak is there once again for interviews with speakers and moderators from the amazing panels. In thi...
Oct 03, 2024•8 min•Ep. 368
WIPL is back! Described as one of the “most inspiring and empowering women's conferences in the legal space,” Women, Influence & Power in Law (WIPL) offers an opportunity for unprecedented exchange with women in-house and outside counsel. This premier legal event, gathering 700+ senior female legal leaders for top-notch networking with peers and mentors, is being held in Chicago .. and Legal Speak is there once again for interviews with speakers and moderators from the amazing panels. In thi...
Oct 02, 2024•7 min•Ep. 367
WIPL is back! Described as one of the “most inspiring and empowering women's conferences in the legal space,” Women, Influence & Power in Law (WIPL) offers an opportunity for unprecedented exchange with women in-house and outside counsel. This premier legal event, gathering 700+ senior female legal leaders for top-notch networking with peers and mentors, is being held in Chicago .. and Legal Speak is there once again for interviews with speakers and moderators from the amazing panels. In thi...
Oct 02, 2024•14 min•Ep. 366
WIPL is back! Described as one of the “most inspiring and empowering women's conferences in the legal space,” Women, Influence & Power in Law (WIPL) offers an opportunity for unprecedented exchange with women in-house and outside counsel. This premier legal event, gathering 700+ senior female legal leaders for top-notch networking with peers and mentors, is being held in Chicago .. and Legal Speak is there once again for interviews with speakers and moderators from the amazing panels. In thi...
Sep 29, 2024•9 min•Ep. 369
WIPL is back! Described as one of the “most inspiring and empowering women's conferences in the legal space,” Women, Influence & Power in Law (WIPL) offers an opportunity for unprecedented exchange with women in-house and outside counsel. This premier legal event, gathering 700+ senior female legal leaders for top-notch networking with peers and mentors, is being held in Chicago .. and Legal Speak is there once again for interviews with speakers and moderators from the amazing panels. In thi...
Sep 29, 2024•7 min•Ep. 364
WIPL is back! Described as one of the “most inspiring and empowering women's conferences in the legal space,” Women, Influence & Power in Law (WIPL) offers an opportunity for unprecedented exchange with women in-house and outside counsel. This premier legal event, gathering 700+ senior female legal leaders for top-notch networking with peers and mentors, is being held in Chicago .. and Legal Speak is there once again for interviews with speakers and moderators from the amazing panels. In thi...
Sep 29, 2024•8 min•Ep. 365
WIPL is back! Described as one of the “most inspiring and empowering women's conferences in the legal space,” Women, Influence & Power in Law (WIPL) offers an opportunity for unprecedented exchange with women in-house and outside counsel. This premier legal event, gathering 700+ senior female legal leaders for top-notch networking with peers and mentors, is being held in Chicago .. and Legal Speak is there once again for interviews with speakers and moderators from the amazing panels. In thi...
Sep 26, 2024•11 min•Ep. 363
WIPL is back! Described as one of the “most inspiring and empowering women's conferences in the legal space,” Women, Influence & Power in Law (WIPL) offers an opportunity for unprecedented exchange with women in-house and outside counsel. This premier legal event, gathering 700+ senior female legal leaders for top-notch networking with peers and mentors, is being held in Chicago .. and Legal Speak is there once again for interviews with speakers and moderators from the amazing panels. In thi...
Sep 26, 2024•7 min•Ep. 362
WIPL is back! Described as one of the “most inspiring and empowering women's conferences in the legal space,” Women, Influence & Power in Law (WIPL) offers an opportunity for unprecedented exchange with women in-house and outside counsel. This premier legal event, gathering 700+ senior female legal leaders for top-notch networking with peers and mentors, is being held in Chicago .. and Legal Speak is there once again for interviews with speakers and moderators from the amazing panels. In thi...
Sep 26, 2024•8 min•Ep. 361
WIPL is back! Described as one of the “most inspiring and empowering women's conferences in the legal space,” Women, Influence & Power in Law (WIPL) offers an opportunity for unprecedented exchange with women in-house and outside counsel. This premier legal event, gathering 700+ senior female legal leaders for top-notch networking with peers and mentors, is being held in Chicago .. and Legal Speak is there once again for interviews with speakers and moderators from the amazing panels. In thi...
Sep 26, 2024•7 min•Ep. 360
WIPL is back! Described as one of the “most inspiring and empowering women's conferences in the legal space,” Women, Influence & Power in Law (WIPL) offers an opportunity for unprecedented exchange with women in-house and outside counsel. This premier legal event, gathering 700+ senior female legal leaders for top-notch networking with peers and mentors, is being held in Chicago .. and Legal Speak is there once again for interviews with speakers and moderators from the amazing panels. In thi...
Sep 24, 2024•6 min•Ep. 359
WIPL is back! Described as one of the “most inspiring and empowering women's conferences in the legal space,” Women, Influence & Power in Law (WIPL) offers an opportunity for unprecedented exchange with women in-house and outside counsel. This premier legal event, gathering 700+ senior female legal leaders for top-notch networking with peers and mentors, is being held in Chicago .. and Legal Speak is there once again for interviews with speakers and moderators from the amazing panels. In thi...
Sep 24, 2024•8 min•Ep. 358
WIPL is back! Described as one of the “most inspiring and empowering women's conferences in the legal space,” Women, Influence & Power in Law (WIPL) offers an opportunity for unprecedented exchange with women in-house and outside counsel. This premier legal event, gathering 700+ senior female legal leaders for top-notch networking with peers and mentors, is being held in Chicago .. and Legal Speak is there once again for interviews with speakers and moderators from the amazing panels. In thi...
Sep 23, 2024•6 min•Ep. 357
WIPL is back! Described as one of the “most inspiring and empowering women's conferences in the legal space,” Women, Influence & Power in Law (WIPL) offers an opportunity for unprecedented exchange with women in-house and outside counsel. This premier legal event, gathering 700+ senior female legal leaders for top-notch networking with peers and mentors, is being held in Chicago .. and Legal Speak is there once again for interviews with speakers and moderators from the amazing panels. In thi...
Sep 23, 2024•10 min•Ep. 356
In this episode of Legal Speak, senior attorneys preview strategies to help achieve success as general and in-house counsel during the first 100 days in a new legal leadership role. The insight shared in this episode previews an upcoming panel discussion at the upcoming Women, Influence & Power in Law conference, entitled "Making Your Mark: Dos and Don'ts for Success in Your First 100 Days as a Legal Leader."
Sep 20, 2024•8 min
In this week's Legal Speak episode, Dechert global managing partner Vince Cohen discusses his D.C. upbringing, his time in the U.S. Attorney's Office and his decision to make Dechert his home, all while paying homage to the city that raised him.
Sep 13, 2024•25 min
In this week's Legal Speak episode, Maslon partner Erica A. Holzer breaks down how she leveraged existing law to secure an appellate reversal of a paternity suit launched by a known sperm donor against a pair of same-sex parents.
Sep 06, 2024•25 min
ALM reporter Maria Dinzeo covered the Lynch trial. She spoke with Legal Speak's Patrick Smith about the courtroom proceedings, how the jury reacted to testimony from witnesses on both sides and how several elements that could have impacted the jury's decision were not allowed to be presented in court.
Aug 30, 2024•27 min
In this week's Legal Speak episode, Cranfill Sumner Partner Mica Worthy discusses unique challenges involved in suing NASA for space debris damages amidst international law and the Federal Tort Claims Act.
Aug 16, 2024•30 min
In this week's Legal Speak episode, Brian J. Sutherland of Beal, Sutherland, Berlin & Brown outlines his top litigation considerations for employers faced with discrimination claims.
Aug 08, 2024•11 min
In this week's Legal Speak episode, retired D.C. Circuit Judge David Tatel discusses how his memoir, "Vision: A Memoir of Blindness and Justice," weaves narratives about his legal career and deteriorating vision.
Aug 02, 2024•35 min