Legal Talk Network

Legal Talk Network

Legal Talk Network is a podcast network for legal professionals with hosts from well-known organizations and brands in legal. Over 20 active podcasts cover important legal news and developments, including access to justice, law school, industry events, legal technology, and the future of law.
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September 15, 2024

4 Hispanic Lawyers Who Are Leading Historic Change in Law

National Hispanic Heritage Month is a month-long celebration observed every year from September 15 to October 15. During this time, we come together to honor and acknowledge the enduring impact and influence...

September 10, 2024

How Much Money Do Lawyers Really Make?

When people are asked to name a career that promises wealth and financial stability, “doctor” and “lawyer” are often at the top of the list. These professions have long been associated with...

September 6, 2024

Exploring the Rise of ADR

Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) has been increasingly embraced as a more efficient and collaborative approach to resolving disputes in the legal arena. Traditional litigation, known for being costly, adversarial, and time-consuming, has...

August 27, 2024

What To Do If You Fail the Bar Exam

The bar examination is a rigorous assessment designed to determine whether a law school graduate is adequately prepared and competent to practice law within a specific jurisdiction. It is widely recognized for...

August 16, 2024

Essential Books for Lawyers at Every Stage of Their Career

If you’re reading this blog, it’s likely because you’re either a legal professional with an empty bookshelf or you’re trying to come up with a gift idea for the lawyer in your...

August 7, 2024

How to Become an Immigration Lawyer

In January 1972, immigration attorney Leon Wildes received a call from an old law school friend asking for his help with a deportation case involving a musician and his wife. Although Wildes...

August 3, 2024

What Lawyers Can Learn from the Disastrous Salem Witch Trials

Lawyers and “witches” and courtrooms, oh my!  Unless you grew up in Massachusetts or have a particular interest in colonial America, your knowledge of the Salem Witch Trials may be exclusively dependent...

August 1, 2024

Alcohol Abuse Among Lawyers

The demanding work hours and challenging court cases that lawyers deal with can make them particularly vulnerable to substance use, both legal and illegal. As a result, there’s an increasing number of...

July 26, 2024

Get to Know Camille Vasquez, The Brilliant Young Attorney Who Shined in the Depp v. Heard Trial

In 2022, the world was captivated by Johnny Depp’s defamation case. One of the individuals who stood out during this trial was Camille Vasquez, a trial lawyer who recently joined Sheppard, Mullin,...

July 16, 2024

Optimizing Your Law Firm with Data-Driven Strategies

Many lawyers today are not adequately prepared to tackle the challenges they face when it comes to law firm optimization, especially with the limited focus that law schools place on the business...

July 10, 2024

The Most Interesting Supreme Court Rulings of 2024

The most recent Supreme Court term was marked by a sustained challenge to the authority of administrative agencies, significant victories for former President Donald J. Trump, and conflicting signals on issues related...

July 2, 2024

Emerging Trends in Legal Tech

The legal industry has undergone significant changes in recent years, rendering previously efficient traditional operational practices a disadvantage. With rapid technological advancements, it is crucial to prioritize innovation and technology trends in...

June 27, 2024

Unlikely Careers for Lawyers

Most individuals attend law school with the intention of pursuing a career in Big Law or a traditional legal role, not exploring alternative career paths or unlikely legal positions. However, whether you...

June 18, 2024

J. Craig Williams on New Podcast ‘In Dispute: 10 Trials That Changed History’ and Its Literary Origin

Even though the 2024 summer movie season kicked off with a disappointing debut, podcast listening is expected to be at an all time high. Avid listeners will be excited to know that...