Kathryn Rubino chats with Rebecca Haw Allensworth, a Vanderbilt Law School professor and author of “The Licensing Racket”. Discover the untold stories behind professional licensing, the unexpected impact on various careers, and why these regulations might not always serve the public. Rebecca’s firsthand research brings intriguing insights into how licensing affects professions from barbers to doctors and potential reforms. Don’t miss this chance to rethink the system that shapes many of our careers!.

Highlights

• English vs. Law: Career advice.
• Antitrust: Economical dominance.
• Licensing paper: Supreme Court citation.
• Licensing board meetings investigation.
• Self-regulation across professions.
• Over-regulation: Haircuts vs. law degrees.
• Professional licenses as American Dream.
• Legal profession self-dealing.
• Cross-disciplinary board potential.
• Federalism complicates licensing reform.
• Hope for future board reforms.

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Links and Resources

• https://www.hup.harvard.edu/books/9780674295421
• https://x.com/hawallensworth

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Kathryn Rubino chats with Jackie Gardina, Dean and Chief Academic Officer of the Colleges of Law, about systemic change, legal education, and the hurdles to entering the legal profession. Gain insights on LGBTQ rights, bar exam reform, and advice for future law students. A must-listen for those interested in modern legal challenges!

Highlights

• From clinical therapy to a passion for law.
• Systemic change as a career theme.
• Multiple pathways to change: Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.
• Legal battles and the evolution of rights.
• Repeal challenges for LGBTQIA rights.
• Voting rights history as a movement.
• State-level demonization of LGBTQ youth.
• Federalism’s effect on state rights.
• Bar exam as an exclusionary mechanism.
• Disconnect between bar exam and legal practice.
• COVID as an inflection point for bar reform.
• The push for bar exam reform in California.
• Critique of law school’s alignment with practice.

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Links and Resources

• https://www.calbar.ca.gov/About-Us/Who-We-Are/Archived-Committees/Blue-Ribbon-Commission
• https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sidebar-optimism-in-action-conversations-with-lawyers/id1651930609
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackie-gardina-78907b8/

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Kathryn Rubino chats with Elizabeth Kelley, a dedicated criminal defense attorney fighting for justice for individuals with mental disabilities. Kelley shares her journey from literature student to a passionate advocate in a field needing reform. Her insights into mental health law and her hands-on approach to client representation are inspiring and thought-provoking. Tune in to discover why compassion and understanding are vital in the legal world, and how her work hopes to shape a more inclusive justice system.

Highlights

• Balancing humanities and law.
• Outrage about mental disabilities.
• Finding fulfillment in criminal defense.
• Starting a law firm.
• Lessons from opening a practice.
• Importance of wellness and coaching.
• Mental wellness in law school.
• Writing practical guides for lawyers.
• Value of independent forensic evaluations.
• A powerful courtroom experience.
• The role of problem-solving courts.
• Advice for pursuing justice for mental disabilities.

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Links and Resources

• https://www.elizabethkelleylaw.com/
• https://www.elizabethkelleylaw.com/books/
• https://www.elizabethkelleylaw.com/podcast/
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-kelley-14110430/

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Kathryn Rubino chats with Mary Anne Franks, a leading voice in Intellectual Property and Civil Rights Law. Uncover the essence of fearless speech and why it’s crucial in today’s world. Explore bold concepts from her new book that challenge conventional First Amendment beliefs. A must-listen for anyone intrigued by legal boundaries and free speech dynamics!

Highlights

• Life and career updates since 2020.
• Transition from Miami to George Washington University.
• Balancing academia and publication.
• Clear communication as education and writing goal.
• Importance of free speech.
• Why focus on the First Amendment in the second book.
• The constant evolution of First Amendment discussions.
• Public and legal misconceptions about censorship.
• Members of Congress misunderstanding censorship.
• New framework for evaluating and understanding free speech.
• Definition and importance of “Fearless Speech.”
• Story of Dorothy Thompson as an example of fearless speech.
• Difference between protecting and promoting speech.
• University campuses and the issue of controversial speakers.

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Links and Resources

• https://www.amazon.com/Fearless-Speech-Breaking-First-Amendment/dp/1645030539/ref=sr_1_1
• https://www.law.gwu.edu/mary-anne-franks
• https://cybercivilrights.org/

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In this episode, host Kathryn Rubino interviews Dale Margolin Cecka, Albany Law School professor and director of family violence litigation. Discover her journey in law, challenges in child advocacy, and insights on family law education. Gain a deeper understanding of domestic violence legislation, its impact on survivors, and potential legal reforms. A must-listen for anyone interested in law, justice, and societal change!

Highlights

• Why law school: a journey to child advocacy.
• Transition from child advocacy to family law.
• Challenges with systems in child advocacy.
• Discovering a passion for family law.
• Law school clinics: bridging practice and theory.
• Role of clinics in true legal education.
• Traits that align with family law practice.
• Violence Against Women Act's impact and shortcomings.
• Critical issues with protective orders enforcement.
• Need for public education on domestic abuse.
• Future of domestic violence law reform.

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Links and Resources

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/dale-margolin-cecka-202255165/
• https://www.salon.com/2024/08/21/it-ends-with-us-domestic-violence-lawyer/
• https://www.commondreams.org/opinion/domestic-violence-rebecca-cheptegei
• https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/pdf/IPV-Prevention-Resource_508.pdf#:~:text=Data%20from%20the%20National%20Intimate%20Partner%20and%20Sexual,etc.%29%20from%20an%20intimate%20partner%20in%20their%20lifetime
• https://www.ojp.gov/ncjrs/virtual-library/abstracts/child-custody-evaluators-beliefs-about-domestic-abuse-allegations

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Join host Kathryn as she chats with Luba Shur, author of “Rule 23” about her journey from law to novelist. Discover her insights on legal ethics, the myth of class actions, and how she balances writing with a legal career. A must-listen for aspiring lawyer-authors!

Highlights

• Intersection of reality and fantasy in career choice
• Early reading and legal career expectations
• Surprising twists and interesting outcomes in legal career
• Balancing writing and legal career
• Rule 23 as a skewer of legal profession dysfunction
• Inspiration behind the character Vera
• Creating compelling flawed characters
• Challenges of legal ethics and ambition
• Significance of mentorship and legal education critique
• Reality of Rule 23 and litigation process
• Future writing projects exploring startup culture
• Advice for balancing legal careers with writing

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• https://www.amazon.in/dp/B0D8K6SJXS?ref=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_ERPEZFRSCQ5129K0D5PJ&ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_ERPEZFRSCQ5129K0D5PJ&social_share=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_ERPEZFRSCQ5129K0D5PJ&skipTwisterOG=1
• https://www.audible.com/pd/Rule-23-Audiobook/B0D9HYRMFR?action_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp
• https://www.instagram.com/luba.shur/?hl=en
• https://www.tiktok.com/@luba.shur
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/luba-shur-7b73033a/

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Discover the inspiring journeys of Calyssa Zellars Kya Henley, founders of Saint Park Law, on this episode of the Jabot Podcast! Learn how these two dynamic lawyers navigated non-linear career paths, left big law to start their own firm, and stayed true to their mission. Gain insights into their unique approach to crisis management and investigations, the importance of intentional practice, and how they’ve blended personal passion with professional excellence. Don’t miss this episode for a fresh take on entrepreneurship in law!

Highlights

• Why law school? Personal motivations for impactful careers.
• Career transition: Becoming civil rights attorneys.
• Non-linear career path: From Detroit Lions to PR.
• Public defender experience: Passion fueled by Trayvon Martin case.
• Entrepreneurship: Founding Saint Park Law.
• Building a mission: Aligning skills with passion.
• Identity in firm name: Personal maternal lineage inspiration.
• Balancing work and life: Strategies for managing mental health.
• Advice for new lawyers: “No one knows you better than you.”
• Encouragement to be pioneers: Charting unique career paths.

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Links and Resources

• https://www.saintparklaw.com/
• https://www.instagram.com/saintparklaw/
• https://www.linkedin.com/company/saint-park-llp/about/

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Join Kathryn Rubino as she chats with Harvard Law grad and Juris Education admissions counselor Calandra Almond. Discover how to navigate law school admissions, balance career goals, and set realistic expectations. Almond’s personal journey offers invaluable insights—don’t miss out!

Highlights

• Personal law school journey.
• Considering what you want your life to look like.
• Admissions counseling and career mistakes.
• Making realistic decisions about law school.
• The importance of the LSAT.
• Diversity in law school admissions and potential impacts.
• Be true to yourself and what you want out of life.

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/calandra-almond

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