From Exonerated to Attorney and Advocate feat. Jeffrey Deskovic

You Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in Law · Sep 24, 2026 · 35m

Jeffrey Deskovic was wrongfully convicted as a teenager and spent 16 years in prison before DNA evidence led to his exoneration. Today, he is an attorney, advocate, and founder of the Jeffrey Deskovic Foundation for Justice. In this episode, Jeffrey shares how he maintained hope, why he went to law school, and how he's using his legal career to help free others and fight for criminal justice reform. Lawyer Side HustlesJeffrey's work extends far beyond representing clients in court. He has written more than 200 articles, speaks nationally and internationally, participates in policy advocacy…