Best Lori Mihalich Levin Podcasts (2024)

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EP #38: Recruiting the C-Suite for Corporate Law Firms with Jennifer Johnson of Calibrate 25:18

3d ago25:18

25:18

As the legal profession evolves, the importance of C-suite executives in law firms is rising. Jennifer Johnson, CEO of Calibrate, shares her vision for a future where these executives are equal to managing partners and report to a board. Calibrate is a management consulting and executive search firm that places top talent in essential C-suite roles…

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58: Mayor Muriel Bowser 27:07

15d ago27:07

27:07

Join Lori and Jason for this special episode as they welcome the Mayor of the District of Columbia, Muriel Bowser. A public servant for many years prior to becoming a mother, Mayor Bowser offers valuable insights into balancing life as a high-profile working mom. She shares how she incorporates her daughter into her official duties, how motherhood …

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EP #37: Becoming Best Places to Work with Phil Appenzeller, CEO of Munsch Hardt Kopf & Harr 31:46

17d ago31:46

31:46

Built on a foundation of collaboration, relationship, and trust, Munsch Hardt Kopf & Harr, a top Dallas-based corporate law firm recognized as one of the city’s best places to work, has strategically served their clients since its founding in 1985. These core values have remained steadfast, even as the market has rapidly evolved, staying true to th…

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EP #36: Where is Legal Tech in 10 Years with Aaron Crews 58:39

2M ago58:39

58:39

“I have been really, really lucky in every move that I’ve made to be with really bright people and just be allowed to learn from them,” says today’s guest Aaron Crews who currently serves as chief product and innovation officer and head of enterprise at data and professional services company UnitedLex. On today’s episode of The Future is Bright, Aa…

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57: Moms Who Serve as General Counsel 40:51

2M ago40:51

40:51

Lori and Jason are back with an engaging episode, featuring conversations with parents who are not only attorneys but serve as general counsel for major organizations. This week, they welcome LaTanya Langley (Chief People Officer, Chief Legal Officer, and Corporate Secretary at Edgewell Personal Care), alongside Betsy Philpott (Senior Vice Presiden…

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EP #35: The Future of Law Firm Sales is about Value with Marty Cohn 32:05

3M ago32:05

32:05

Marty Cohn, the National Director of Client Engagement at Sheppard Mullin, has a diverse background with significant experience in both consulting and legal sectors in the U.S. Initially steering clear of sales in favor of marketing, Marty's perspective shifted as he recognized the importance of accountability and return on investment (ROI) in mark…

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EP #34 Passionate about People and Culture with Michael Pierson and Joel Ferdinand 39:21

4M ago39:21

39:21

“It’s culture through and through,” says Micheal Pierson about Pierson Ferdinand LLC, which he co-chairs with Joel Ferdinand and which recently launched one of the largest law firm launches in U.S. history, counting over 130 partners. The two men join host Chris Batz to discuss the firm, why it’s both ahead of its time and bolstered by timeless pri…

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EP #33 Leverage in Corporate Law Firms with Dan Binstock and Gary Miles 48:13

5M ago48:13

48:13

“You can only divvy up the pie so much and distribute it so much before it starts eating into the profitability,” says Dan Binstock who, with Gary Miles, returns to the podcast to discuss the latest trends in corporate law partnership. More and more major law firms are shortening the length of time it takes for their associates to make partner, or …

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Ep #32 Deceptive Legal Recruiters and How Law Partners can Protect Themselves with Dan Binstock and Gary Miles 40:23

5M ago40:23

40:23

“Why do we have this problem with such smart people, the brightest of the brights, attorneys at such top firms, getting wrapped up with shady people?” asks Dan Binstock, who returns, with Gary Miles, to the podcast to discuss the less-than-ethical practices employed by legal recruiters that potential candidates need to watch out for. Part of the pr…

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Ep #31 Scott Love on Being a Legal Recruiter, Podcast Host, Speaker, Author, Trainer and Artist 28:23

6M ago28:23

28:23

What does it take to be a rainmaker? Scott Love is here to tell you. An award-winning legal recruiter, keynote speaker, author and podcast host, he’s also a former Naval officer, professional card-counting black jack player and currently a passionate painter. All of these varied experiences have taught him invaluable lessons about leadership, busin…

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Ep #30 Strategic Growth for Corporate Law Firms with Dan Binstock and Gary Miles 33:14

7M ago33:14

33:14

Stepping into the complex world of 'magic circle' law firms, Dan Binstock from Garrison, a DC-based attorney search firm, joins forces with Gary Miles, President and CEO of Miles Partner Placement. They're back on the podcast to shed light on the strategic growth challenges and opportunities for these elite law firms. They tackle the critical need …

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Ep #29 Parenthood, Career, & Marriage with Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin 38:53

7M ago38:53

38:53

“We are both keeper-in-touchers,” says Jason Levin, author of the book Relationships to Infinity, which studies the art and science of keeping in touch. He and his wife Lori Mihalich-Levin first met on September 11, 2001 in France and stayed in contact as Lori built her law career and Jason built a career which includes his current role as a keynot…

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56: Moms in Finance 47:15

7M ago47:15

47:15

This week, Lori and Jason return with the second installment of their discussion with parents in finance. They are joined by guests Amie Patel (Partner at Elevar Equity) and Millie Schild (Managing Director, Corporate Banking at Truist Corporate and Investment Bank). In this episode, the guests delve into their experiences with varied maternity lea…

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Ep #28 What Partners Need to Know Before Switching Firms with Hilary Gerzhoy 51:56

8M ago51:56

51:56

Hilary Gerzhoy has devoted her career to maintaining the highest standards of ethics in legal practice. As a seasoned litigator, she boasts an impressive array of accomplishments, including her pivotal role on the ethics and compliance team during the Biden/Harris transition to the White House in 2020. Presently, she holds the positions of partner …

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55: Dads in Finance 49:56

8M ago49:56

49:56

Parents At Work is back for a new season as Lori and Jason kick off a two-part conversation with parents in finance. In this episode, guests Rahul Buxani (Managing Director of FinTech and Climate Finance at KBW, a Stifel Company) and Shahed Amanullah (Managing Director at Frost Capital) highlight the evolving landscape of work-life balance within t…

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Ep #27 The 1996 Buffett Essays Symposium with Larry Cunningham 37:21

8M ago37:21

37:21

“When people think of Warren Buffet they think investor and business icon, but he is an expert in corporate governance.” On today’s episode of “The Future is Bright,” Larry Cunningham, special counsel at Mayer Brown, tells the story of his organizing and hosting a two-day symposium with business magnate Warren Buffett at Cardozo Law School in 1996.…

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Ep #26 Larry Cunningham on Corporate Governance and Quality Shareholders 50:45

9M ago50:45

50:45

"Most people thinking about performance think about managers, products, and research. But it's also valuable to have a certain kind of shareholder," says Larry Cunningham. Larry Cunningham, special counsel at Mayer Brown, has had a truly extraordinary career, rubbing shoulders with billionaires, sitting on the boards of large public companies, and …

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Ep #25 Sandra Cohen | Executive Compensation Expert on Buying a One Way Ticket to New York City 29:08

9M ago29:08

29:08

Sandra Cohen returns to “The Future is Bright” podcast for part two of her interview with Chris and to tell the story of how she became an executive compensation attorney at Cohen & Buckmann pc. Her journey was a steady upward trajectory where her fierce sense of independence and ambition served her well at every step. A Midwestern girl, she moved …

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Ep #24 Negotiating a C-Suite Job Offer with Sandra Cohen 51:49

10M ago51:49

51:49

"The most common thing I hear nearly every day on negotiations is, I hate negotiating my compensation. I usually ignore it, and now I've got this new offer or I'm getting a promotion." says executive compensation expert and attorney at Cohen and Buckmann, Sandra Cohen. Sandra boasts over 30 years of hands-on experience, guiding top-tier professiona…

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Ep #23 Why Law Partners Leave with Dan Binstock 57:35

10M ago57:35

57:35

"According to Dan Binstock, successful partnerships rely on key factors such as people, practice, compensation, and confidence." Join Chris Batz and Dan Binstock, a partner at Garrison & Sisson in Washington, DC, as they discuss the reasons why law partners decide to leave their current law firms. Dan outlines the top four reasons behind partner tr…

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Ep #22 Law Firm Merger Conversation with Gary Miles 42:20

11M ago42:20

42:20

“For mergers to be successful, there really has to be a strategic reason on both sides that is well thought out by both parties, regardless of who makes the approach to whom,” explains Gary Miles, President and CEO of Miles Partner Placement, an elite partner placement group movement and merger boutique. Today, Gary speaks with host Chris Batz abou…

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Ep #21 Alexis Robertson | Director of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Foley & Lardner on Law Firm DEI Efforts and Updates 50:07

12M ago50:07

50:07

“For too long DEI work has been focused on changing individual hearts and minds, versus the organization taking on responsibility and frankly, modifying behavior without the need for personal buy-in,” explains Alexis Robertson, Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Foley & Lardner, as well as host of Foley’s Path & Practice Podcast. There…

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Ep #20 Generative AI and the Coming Disruption with Mary O’Carroll and Craig Katerberg 49:27

1y ago49:27

49:27

With the fast pace that Generative AI models like Chat GPT have been expanding and improving, it has become quite clear that major disruptions are on the way for every single industry. And the legal industry is likely to be the first to face major disruptions due to these technological advances. Today, Mary O’Carroll,Chief Community Officer at Iron…

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Ep #19 Executive Presence and Inner Confidence with Deanna Sheridan and Stewart Hirsch 50:06

1y ago50:06

50:06

“You have to be yourself, but you have to pay attention to the audience that you’re working with,” explains Stewart Hirsch, managing director and business development coach. The issue with talking broadly about concepts like executive presence is that everyone has a different definition for what executive presence entails. The initial ideas for exe…

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Ep #18 Michelle Patterson Wimes | SVP Chief Equity & Inclusion Officer at Children's Mercy Kansas City on The DEI Officer Journey 55:38

1y ago55:38

55:38

“It was something that I had always wanted to do, because I always felt this inclination to stand up for folks who didn't have a voice,” explains Michelle Patterson Wimes, SVP Chief Equity and Inclusion Officer at Children’s Mercy Kansas City. Michelle began her professional journey as a teacher and then as a lawyer, thinking that was the best rout…

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54: Moms in Professional Development 47:06

1y ago47:06

47:06

Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin are excited to bring you the second in their two-part series of interviews with moms and dads in professional development! Today, Lori and Jason are happy to welcome two wonderful moms in professional development, Aisha Greene and Stephanie Felder, to share their stories. Aisha is the Director of Attorney Develop…

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Ep #17 In-House Team, Talent and Career Advice with Kim Yapchai and Dennis Garcia 34:36

1y ago34:36

34:36

“It takes time to build that psychological safety, but I think it's a more important area than ever before in the modern workplace,” explains Dennis Garcia, Assistant General Counsel of Microsoft. Today, Dennis and Kim Yapchai, former SVP, Chief Environmental, Social, and Governance Officer at Tenneco Inc., discuss their career advice for developin…

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53: Dads in Professional Development 46:28

1y ago46:28

46:28

Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin are so excited to introduce a new set of interviews with moms and dads in professional development. Lori and Jason are thrilled to welcome Joshua Troy and Neil Dennis to today’s podcast! Neil and Josh are both amazing dads in professional development. Josh Troy is the Director of Talent Management at Kilpatrick T…

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Ep #16 Matt Saur | CoFounder and Partner of Woolery & Co on Pushing Boundaries and Advising Family Offices 45:14

1y ago45:14

45:14

“Anyone that knows me throughout my career would see that it's really been about trying to push the boundaries. And in our part of the market, I think we really are driving and pushing the boundaries of what is possible and what clients want,” explains Matt Saur, strategic and institutional advisor, co-founder and partner of Woolery & Co. Today, Ma…

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52: Moms in Real Estate 42:32

1y ago42:32

42:32

Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin are back with the second part of their two-part series of episodes with moms and dads working in real estate! Today, Lori and Jason are excited to introduce Eva Davis and Jennifer Eaby, who are both amazing moms working in real estate. Jen Eaby is a realtor in the north suburbs of Atlanta. She has been in the rea…

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51: Dads in Real Estate 43:20

1y ago43:20

43:20

Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin are excited to begin a new segment talking to moms and dads working in real estate! Today, Lori and Jason are delighted to introduce two wonderful dads in real estate, Paul Benshoof and Corey Lee! Corey Lee is the Principal of Residential Growth Properties LLC, a real estate investment brokerage in Washington DC.…

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Ep #15 Susanne Meline | CoFounder Francis Capital Management on Launching a Hedge Fund and Active Board Service 38:36

1y ago38:36

38:36

“Hedge funds, if you do it right and you set up a really good compliance and operational structure, it's a scalable business,” explains Susanne Meline, co-founder of Francis Capital Management. Prior to going into hedge fund management and serving on several boards, she worked as an investment banker and as a lawyer. Today, Susanne shares how she f…

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Ep #14 Bill Ryan | SVP Assistant GC of AT&T Services Inc. on Contextualizing Work and Family 41:26

1y ago41:26

41:26

“I always try to make sure I'm contextualizing what I do on a day-to-day basis. And my personal priority is my family all the time,” shares Bill Ryan, SVP. Bill is the Assistant GC of AT&T Services, Inc., but has held many roles from working as a bilingual educator to becoming an attorney and working in-house at DirectTV. Today, he shares his profe…

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Ep #13 Amy Harris | EVP Chief Legal Officer of UMB Financial on Doing What Gives You Energy 40:04

1+ y ago40:04

40:04

“Not enjoying the day-to-day was what prompted me to think about what I was doing. I then really started to try to focus on what I did enjoy,” explains Amy Harris, EVP. Amy is the Chief Legal Officer at UMB Financial, the largest bank in Kansas City. Today, she shares her journey from starting college as a musical theater major to going into politi…

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50: Dads in Consulting 32:00

1+ y ago32:00

32:00

Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin are back with the second episode in the series of interviews with parents in the consulting world! Today, Lori and Jason are excited to talk with two awesome consulting dads, Jonathan Milde, and Daniel Baldor! Jonathan Milde is a Managing Director and Partner at Boston Consulting Group, where he is a core member …

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Ep #12 Recruiting Law Partners and The Current Legal Market with Sharon Mahn and Gary Miles 53:04

1+ y ago53:04

53:04

“The law firms usually take their cues from their clients. If there's layoffs at the big banks and financial institutions, there's going to be a slowdown in the corporate work as well,” explains Sharon Mahn,CEO and Founder of Mahn Partners. Today, Sharon and Gary Miles, president and CEO at Miles Partner Placement, combine their experience to discu…

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49: Moms in Consulting 48:23

1+ y ago48:23

48:23

Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin are excited to be back after several months of hiatus! They kick things off again by focusing on moms and dads in the consulting world. In this episode of Parents at Work, Lori and Jason talk to two fantastic consulting moms, Elizabeth Lapetina and Brooke Weddle. Liz Lapetina is a Managing Director with Deloitte …

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Ep #11 Fred Stein | Chief Legal Officer of Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment on Being Strapped to a Rocketship 54:20

1+ y ago54:20

54:20

“If you're going to take a leap, you better at least like the people you're working with,” explains Fred Stein, Chief Legal Officer of Chicken Soup for the Soul. Today, Fred explores his extensive career journey, from law school to his private practice experience to his passion for writing. By reflecting on his experiences, Fred reveals how his tim…

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The Future is Bright: Episode 02 Lloyd Johnson | Founder of Chief Legal Executive on Diversity and the Legal Profession 6:17

1+ y ago6:17

6:17

Join Chris Batz on his second episode of The Future is Bright Podcast as he welcomes guest speaker Lloyd Johnson to learn more about how he has taken the hardships in life and turned them into motivation to be a legal industry leader, influencer, and advocate for women and attorneys of color. Chris Batz spends this week’s episode talking to Lloyd J…

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The Future is Bright: Episode 01 Dara Redler | Chief Legal Officer at H&R Block on Iconic Brands and Transformation 6:04

1+ y ago6:04

6:04

Join Chris Batz for the inaugural first episode of The Future is Bright Podcast as he brings on guest Dara Redler to learn about her legal career success at iconic brands and her passion for transformation, authentic leadership, and giving back. Chris Batz speaks to Dara Redler, born and raised in Pennsylvania and now resides in Atlanta, where she …

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