Episodes
As 2020 comes to a close, focus on your wellness and what happens next.
Published 12/29/20
Published 12/29/20
Thousands of California online bar exam takers were flagged for review, and an untold number of them have received Chapter 6 notices. A Chapter 6 notice essentially accuses the applicant of cheating on the exam. Megan has put together resources to help applicants respond.
Published 12/21/20
George Psiharis joins Megan to talk about the Clio Legal Trends report for 2020, the ongoing release of new information, and how Covid has impacted this important project.
Published 12/08/20
Continuing with more from Megan's recent talk at Vanderbilt Law School, this episode highlights how legal ethics relate to the business of lawyering
Published 11/03/20
Megan recently spoke at Vanderbilt Law School, and here are some of the highlights from her talk.
Published 10/27/20
We all spend way too much time on screens, but how does that impact our mental health? Quite terribly, it turns out. Tune in for more on why it's harmful and what we can do about it - for kids and adults.
Published 10/13/20
It is easy once you're admitted to dismiss the mental health questions asked on admissions applications, but this Kentucky woman's story highlights why all lawyers should be concerned by the process.
Published 09/22/20
Lawyers sometimes get more work than we need, want, or can handle. What's the best way to handle this situation ethically?
Published 09/08/20
A niche, or narrow, law practice might sound risky, but it's actually a fantastic way to build a rewarding practice.  Lyndosha Jamison has created a niche for herself that is exciting professionally and financially successful.  Join Megan as she interviews Lyndosha to learn how. 
Published 09/01/20
Florida heard my episode, and how do you disclose criminal past on a character and fitness application?
Published 08/18/20
Moving across state lines brings enough headaches. A bar exam should not be one! Here are ways to move and continue practicing law.
Published 08/11/20
Kenneth shares his powerful story of how he became a drug addict, an alcoholic, got disbarred, and eventually, found his way to recovery.
Published 07/28/20
An episode specifically for those who intended to take the July 2020 Bar exam. Let's talk about how to cope in these uncertain times.
Published 07/21/20
If your kids will be home this fall, it's time to plan so the ad hoc way we lived when the pandemic first began can give way to something more organized.
Published 07/14/20
With the July 2020 bar exam being a tremendous health risk in light of COVID-19, state bars are rushing and struggling to figure out how to respond. One popular topic of discussion is diploma privilege - the right to practice law as a result of obtaining your law school diploma. In this episode, Jordan Couch and Megan discuss this issue.
Published 07/07/20
Many lawyers and bar applicants are worried that hiring a lawyer to assist them will make them look culpable, immoral, or colloquially "guilty". In this episode we explore that question and conclude no, it does not hurt to have a lawyer involved.
Published 06/30/20
Today we answer burning questions from the internet about IOLTAs, plus our first listener audio question.
Published 06/23/20
We all know mental health matters, but how do you actually take a proper mental health day that leaves you feeling invigorated?
Published 06/16/20
Everyday ethical practice requires clear policies, including when to destroy files. In this episode we explore when files should be shredded.
Published 06/09/20
Supervising a remote team brings up special ethical considerations. Kristin Tyler of Lawclerk.legal weighs in.
Published 06/02/20
Lawyers and paraprofessionals are great, but don't overlook law student interns when building your team. Erik Pelton shares his insights on running an intern program at his firm.
Published 05/26/20
COVID-19 lockdown has gone on for weeks, and for many of us, the novelty has worn off. How can we get our mojo back and get producing again?
Published 05/19/20
It's time for lawyers to think differently about how we offer legal services. One way to evolve is offering subscription legal services.
Published 05/12/20
As we all head home to work remotely, law firms don't stop running. Are you handling consultations through virtual means? Megan talks about how to do it ethically.
Published 05/05/20