In this episode of 'Ask Your Law Mom,' Jen and Lisa celebrate their 10th episode amidst holiday challenges, including Lisa's household dealing with illness. With Lisa partially out, guest co-host, Law Dad Vinnie Doyle, steps in to discuss legal topics, including the high-profile Luigi Mangione case and, of course, holiday movies (from a legal perspective). Vinnie's son, Blaise, a first year law student, joins the conversation to cover Lisa's Bills' football season updates. Law Daughters Rachel and Jane, also join in to share some holiday stories and plans for the new year.
00:28 Episode 10: Mommy Me Time...Not Going to Happen
03:41 Guest Co-Host: Law Dad, Vinnie Doyle
10:43 Real Life Legal Drama: Luigi Mangione Case
23:26 Favorite Legal Movies: The Holiday Edition
35:11 Young Legal Professional (And Law Dad's son!): Blaise Doyle
37:16 Buffalo Bills Season Recap, Football Education for Jen, and Holiday Reflections from the Doyles
59:21 2024 Reflections & 2025 Resolutions with Law Daughters, Rachel Golden & Jane Kent
01:09:46 Idiom of the Week with a Holiday Twist: Scrooge!

01:12:06 Lisa Returns! Product of the Week: Healthy Supplements

01:15:37 End of Year Shout Outs & Next Episode Drop will be January 11, 2025

In this episode of 'Ask Your Law Mom,' hosts Jen and Lisa discuss the challenges and experiences of the holiday season, including school spirit weeks and holiday parties. They delve into shopping and non-tangible gifts. Professor Mark Bartholomew provides insights into trademark, copyright, and patent laws as they relate to fashion items. Young legal professional of the week, Lizzy Vinal, shares her thoughts on courtroom advocacy and meaningful gifts. The episode wraps up with listener questions about managing one-time bonuses and raises in the workplace, alongside their usual segments like 'Idiom of the Week' and 'Product of the Week.'
00:00 Introduction to Ask Your Law Mom
00:32 Holiday Spirit and School Spirit Weeks
03:13 Holiday Outfits and Fashion Mishaps
09:21 Gift Giving Without Shopping
25:05 Lawyer of the Week: Professor Mark Bartholomew on Legal Aspects of Knockoffs and Dupes
58:07 Young Legal Professional: Lizzy Vinal
01:09:02 Idiom of the Week: Clothes Horse
01:11:30 Product of the Week: Quince

01:13:34 Just One More Question
01:19:04 Closing Remarks and Upcoming Episodes

In this episode of 'Ask Your Law Mom,' hosts Jen and Lisa discuss mentoring and training in the legal profession, featuring legal professionals Amanda Rossi and Morgann Obrochta. They delve into the challenges and solutions for young lawyers, the evolving workplace post-COVID, and the importance of mentorship and effective communication. They also touch on lighter topics like the Elf on the Shelf and the origins of the Piggy Bank. They answer some follow up questions from the money episode and preview next week's mid-season hiatus episode, where they will talk about shopping and non-tangible gifts.

00:00 Welcome to Ask Your Law Mom
00:32 Episode Eight Kickoff
01:19 The Elf on the Shelf Debate
08:02 Attorney of the Week Amanda Rossi
48:16 Young Legal Professional Morgann Obrochta
01:15:43 Exploring the Origin of the Piggy Bank
01:18:58 Product of the Week: Sofa Armrest Clip Table
01:20:42 End of Year Episode Preview

In this episode of 'Ask Your Law Mom,' hosts Jen and Lisa discuss end-of-year financial considerations such as raises and bonuses for legal professionals. They provide insights and strategies for employees on how to prepare for evaluations, track their accomplishments, and effectively discuss bonuses and raises. Additionally, they offer advice to employers on how to handle compensation, transparency, and employee retention. The episode also features casual conversations about Black Friday shopping, Thanksgiving, and movie reviews of 'Moana 2.' The segment also includes product recommendations and an exploration of the idiom 'bring home the bacon.'
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview
00:32 Post-Thanksgiving Banter
02:01 Weekend Activities and Movie Discussions
06:21 Main Topic Introduction: Money Matters
10:38 Employee Considerations
13:35 Preparation for Performance Evaluations
13:49 The Importance of a "Brag File"
18:38 Understanding Billable Hours and Realization Rates
33:58 Navigating Performance Reviews
42:37 Handling Critiques and Seeking Skill Development
55:47 Employer Considerations in Raises, Bonuses, and Partnership
01:06:39 The Importance of Transparency in Reviews
01:17:42 Evaluations and Constructive Feedback
01:24:04 Path to Partnership
01:28:27 Final Thoughts and Listener Engagement
01:30:35 Product of the Week: Q Slim Portable Charger

01:33:03 Idiom of the Week: Bring Home the Bacon
01:35:07 Closing Remarks

In this episode of 'Ask Your Law Mom,' Jen and Lisa discuss supporting mental health for young professionals, making connections and having hobbies outside of work, and etiquette around attending holiday parties. They feature an insightful conversation with Dr. Michael Cummings, Vice Chair of Psychiatry at UBMD and ECMC, about mental health issues in the workplace, particularly for younger generations. The episode also profiles young legal professional, Andrew Henry, discussing his career journey and transitions from law school to practice. We then preview our next episode...on money, end of year raises and bonuses, and performance evaluations.

00:00 Introduction to Ask Your Law Mom

00:32 Thanksgiving Podcast Special

22:42 Interview with Dr. Michael Cummings

50:59 Employer Assistance Programs (EAP)

For example: https://eap.cfsbny.org/

55:13 Young Legal Professional of the Week: Andrew Henry

01:12:13 Holiday Party Etiquette and Tips

01:25:13 Product and Idiom of the Week

In advance of next episode on end of year money and review issues, please email us questions at askyourlawmom@gmail.com or submit an anonymous inquiry here: https://forms.gle/Mqbt3Cb9ddBKTBZv9

This episode of 'Ask Your Law Mom,' hosted by attorneys Jen and Lisa, delves into the world of media and its intersection with law. Featuring guest attorney Vincent E. Doyle, III, Esq., and law student Andy Cegielski, the discussion covers favorite legal movies, TV shows, and the accuracy of their portrayal of legal ethics and processes. The episode also provides practical advice on gift-giving in professional settings, particularly focusing on end-of-year and holiday tips for both employers and new legal professionals. The show wraps up with product recommendations and shout-outs.
00:00 Introduction to Ask Your Law Mom
02:41 Media Edition: Music and Lyrics, Holiday Plans and Recording Schedule
15:51 Interview with Vinnie Doyle
Check out Zio's Deli https://ziosbuffalo.com/
01:01:10 interview with Andy Cegielski
01:08:02 Holiday Gift Giving at Work
01:19:23 Product of the Week: Walli Case - https://wallicases.com/
01:22:17 Shout Outs and Farewell

Mom's Development Day: A Mom MeTime Mini-sode

In this episode of 'Ask Your Law Mom,' hosts Jen and Lisa have their first week without guests, since Veterans Day resulted in bringing their kids to work...and the ensuing humorous chaos. The abbreviated episode serves as a 'Mom Development Day,' focusing on reflections, including learning about AI hallucinations and when not to text the world. The moms plan future episodes and solicit listener input on law firm economics, retention strategies, and intergenerational communication in the legal profession.

They also delve into favorite Thanksgiving dishes, useful kitchen gadgets, and the idiom 'red tape.'
01:33 Mom Development Day: A Mom MeTime Mini-sode
02:16 Veterans Day and Kids at Work
04:14 Bauer Parties
07:47 Jen's Weekly Learnings
15:36 Fact Check of the Week: The origin of dye packs
18:39 Upcoming Episodes and Listener Feedback
25:28 Thanksgiving Favorites and Product of the Week (Visit Giacobbi's for Jen's beloved Roman Artichokes http://giacobbis.com/)

Lisa's Onion Chopper: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HC7BNJA/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
33:26 Idiom of the Week: Red Tape
37:32 Shout Outs and Conclusion

In episode three of 'Ask Your Law Mom,' co-hosts Jen and Lisa address logistical woes related to waiting in lines. Marian Braccia, a guest from Temple University Beasley School of Law, shares her insights on intergenerational communication within law firms and offers a look into the work expectations of Gen Z lawyers. Additionally, Lizzie Hughes, a recent law graduate, talks about networking in the professional world as a new grad. The Law Moms add a new segment devoted to the derivation of idioms, talk about this week's product, and shout out to friends of the pod as well as our beloved celebs.
00:00 Introduction to Ask Your Law Mom
04:12 Travel Woes and Rental Car Frustrations
13:31 Generational Differences in the Legal Profession with Marian Braccia
49:54 Interview with Lizzie Hughes
01:07:33 Caught Red-Handed
01:10:37 Product of the Week: Elevate App
01:13:50 Shoutouts and Closing Remarks