The podcast for lawyers and business professionals working in, with, and around Big Law

Hear from lawyers and other professionals who have experience navigating work and life in the challenging world of large law firms.

The Podcast

Expert insights and advice to help you achieve your goals in your legal career

Working in and with big law firms is full of challenges — everything from becoming a partner to succeeding as a partner or pivoting to another role, making your case for compensation and recognition as a professional at any level, managing and steering the business of the firm, and engaging these firms as outside counsel.

On this podcast, I share what I’ve learned in a long career as a Big Law partner, and also talk to others — lawyers, business developers, project managers, legal pricing experts, clients, and other professionals — about what they find exciting, engaging, frustrating, challenging and motivating in working with these firms.

You may be:

  • Already working in Big Law and are looking to advance your career or transition out;

  • Wondering what it takes to move into a Big Law from government or corporate legal departments;

  • Trying to improve your relationships with outside counsel at large law firms; or

  • Otherwise want to understand more about how to engage in the large, complex business environment of major global law firms

For all of these and many other situations, the podcast offers candid and honest advice that will help you take the next best step toward your professional goals in the world of Big Law.

#25: How Associates Can Improve Business Development Skills
Laura Terrell Laura Terrell

#25: How Associates Can Improve Business Development Skills

Are you frustrated trying to figure out how to build client relationships and lay the groundwork to bring in business to your law firm? There are some key practical steps you can take, and some ways you can pivot your approach to position you for success.

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#23: Personal Tax Planning for Equity Partners with Kelley Brubaker
Laura Terrell Laura Terrell

#23: Personal Tax Planning for Equity Partners with Kelley Brubaker

Are you an equity partner in a law firm? If so, you need to be thinking about taxes, most importantly so you can understand what that means for your personal financial planning and budgeting. And you’re likely going to need the help of a CPA who really understands the law firm model.

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#22: Why You Should Leave Your BigLaw Firm
Laura Terrell Laura Terrell

#22: Why You Should Leave Your BigLaw Firm

Is it time to consider whether to leave your firm? It might be if you’re feeling the need to find a better fit for your practice, align with a place that better reflects your goals and priorities, or offers a better chance at advancing in your career.

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#21: LinkedIn for Lawyers with Annette Choti
Laura Terrell Laura Terrell

#21: LinkedIn for Lawyers with Annette Choti

Don’t miss the chance as a BigLaw attorney to leverage LinkedIn to build your professional profile and grow your reputation. Whether you’re thinking about making a change in to a new firm or other opportunity, or just looking for ways to grow recognition of your work, it’s a critical tool for your practice.

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#19: What Associates Are Asking About Big Law
Laura Terrell Laura Terrell

#19: What Associates Are Asking About Big Law

Are you a BigLaw associate with questions? If so, this episode is for you as I dive into some of the common questions on the minds of associates looking for ways to progress their careers at or outside their law firms.

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#18: Six Things That Improve Your Legal Resume
Laura Terrell Laura Terrell

#18: Six Things That Improve Your Legal Resume

Is your resume ready if you’re starting to market yourself for your next legal job? Make sure you’re not leaving out critical information or making errors that don’t reflect well on your accomplishments and talents.

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#15: How to Make a Successful Lateral Move to a New Law Firm
Laura Terrell Laura Terrell

#15: How to Make a Successful Lateral Move to a New Law Firm

Making a lateral move to a new law firm is a big deal in your career - so you want to get it right. From conducting due diligence to making sure your practice fits with the new firm, and assuring yourself of a good cultural fit, you need to do your homework.

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Guests on Big Law Life

Interested in being a guest on Big Law Life?

Contact Laura at laura@lauraterrell.com to share what you would like to add to the conversation about life in big law firms.