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The Path & The Practice
The Path & The Practice explores the professional origin stories of the attorneys at Foley & Lardner LLP, a full service law firm with over 1100 lawyers in 28 offices across the U.S. and abroad. Each episode features Alexis Robertson, Foley's Director of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion, in a one-on-one conversation with a new attorney guest exploring their unique background, path to law school and path to Foley & Lardner—you’ll hear the touching personal stories you won’t find on their…
Episodes
- The Path & The Practice
Episode 30 - Zane Hatahet talks the importance of family, the University of Michigan Law School, his transactional practice, joining Foley as a lateral associate, and advice to new lawyers
This episode features a conversation with Zane Hatahet. Zane is an associate in Foley’s Detroit office focused on securities, mergers & acquisitions, and other…
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Episode 29 - Kelsey O’Gorman talks adjusting to law school as a finance major, ERISA, skill building as an associate, and the importance of maintaining interests outside of your legal practice
This episode features a conversation with Kelsey O’Gorman. Kelsey is an associate in Foley’s Milwaukee office focused on employee benefits & executive…
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Episode 28 - Adria Warren talks working abroad, making partner while on a reduced schedule, leading Foley’s Women’s Network, and the importance of being open to new opportunities
This episode features a conversation with Adria Warren. Adria is a partner in Foley’s Boston office focused on health care transactional matters. In this…
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Episode 27 - Greg Heinen talks about the importance of feedback, the benefits of working across practice areas as a summer associate, litigation strategy, virtual court proceedings, and the value of prioritizing people and personal relationships
This episode features a conversation with Greg Heinen. Greg is an associate in Foley’s Milwaukee office focused on commercial litigation. In this discussion…
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Episode 26 - Shana Bell talks about her “standard immigrant” household, her untraditional path to law school, earning her L.L.M, and the importance of being open to new experiences
This episode features a conversation with Shana Bell. Shana is an associate in Foley’s Orlando office focused on corporate transactional matters. Shana shares…
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Episode 25 - Christopher Ward talks about his path to partnership, Foley Best Self, attorney well-being, self-awareness and vulnerability
This episode features a conversation with Christopher Ward. Chris is a partner in Foley’s Chicago and Los Angeles offices focused on labor and employment…
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Episode 24 - Steve Cade talks Kansas City, mergers & acquisitions, Foley’s people-focused culture, and making the most out of law school
This episode features a conversation with Steve Cade. Steve is a partner in Foley’s Chicago office focused on mergers and acquisitions, commercial…
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Episode 23 - Nick Benson talks adjusting to law school, writing-on to law review, life as a virtual summer associate during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the importance of setting a vision
This episode features a conversation with Nick Benson. Nick is a 3L at the University of Iowa College of Law. In this episode, Nick reflects on his path to law…
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Episode 22 - Joanne Molinaro talks life as a trial lawyer, bankruptcy litigation, Tiktok, and the importance of being committed to yourself
This episode features a conversation with Joanne Molinaro. Joanne is a partner in Foley’s Chicago office. She is a member of the firm’s bankruptcy and…
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Episode 21 - Christopher Swift talks growing-up in New England, advice from a Supreme Court Justice, his international legal practice, and the importance of listening and asking the right questions
This episode features a discussion with Christopher Swift. Christopher is a partner in Foley’s Washington, D.C. and New York offices. He is a member of Foley’s…
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Episode 20 - Anjali Desai talks attorney performance, executive coaching, and creating the future that you want
This episode features a discussion with Anjali Desai. Anjali is Foley’s in-house attorney coach, providing executive coaching services to Foley attorneys. In…
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Episode 19 - Stephen Jones talks being a new associate during a pandemic, succeeding in law school, and the importance of being present
This episode features a discussion with Stephen Jones. Stephen is an associate in Foley’s Dallas office where he is a member of the litigation practice group…
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Episode 18 - Emily Weber talks the importance of tenacity in a legal job search, working in-house, health care law, and authenticity in business development
This episode features a discussion with Emily Weber. Emily is Managing Partner of Foley’s Denver office and a member of the firm’s health care practice. Emily…
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Episode 16 - Vi Tran talks navigating college and law school as a single-mom, building self-esteem, litigation, and how to achieve big goals
This episode features a discussion with Vi Tran. Vi is an associate in Foley’s Houston office where she is focused on complex commercial litigation. Vi…
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Episode 17 - Sonal Agarwal talks moving to the U.S. from India, discovering patent law, learning how to draft a patent application, and navigating law school
This episode features a discussion with Sonal Agarwal. Sonal is an associate in Foley’s Madison office where she is an intellectual property attorney focused…
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Episode 15 - Larry Perlman talks about his former life as an internal medicine doctor, intellectual curiosity, labor & employment, and the importance of taking the time to ask yourself the hard questions
This episode features a discussion with Larry Perlman. Larry is a partner in Foley’s Miami office focused on labor and employment. Larry shares about his…
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Episode 14 - Senayt Rahwa talks about the Ethiopian community in Denver, Colorado, adjusting to law school, working in-house, and staying true to yourself while navigating a legal career
This episode features a discussion with Senayt Rahwa. Senayt is a senior counsel in Foley’s Washington, D.C., office where she focuses on finance, with an…
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Episode 13 - Special Guest Michelle Silverthorn talks growing-up in Jamaica and Trinidad, her path to law school, authentic diversity, and creating a people-centric workplace
This episode features special guest Michelle Silverthorn. Michelle is a former law firm attorney turned diversity and inclusion expert. Michelle shares about…
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Episode 12 - John Atallah talks growing up Lebanese in Garden Grove, California, consumer protection litigation, lawyer identity, and coping through the COVID-19 pandemic
This episode features a discussion with John Atallah. John is a senior counsel in Foley’s Los Angeles office where he focuses on consumer class action…
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Episode 11 - Phil Phillips talks growing up the youngest of nine kids, labor & employment, and life in Big law as a Black equity partner
This episode features a discussion with Phil Phillips. Phil is Managing Partner of Foley’s Detroit office and a member of the Labor & Employment group. Phil…
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Episode 10 - Katie Catanese talks gratitude for difficult experiences, passion for her bankruptcy and fraud investigation practice, transitioning to law school, and empathy for others
This episode features a discussion with Katie Catanese, a partner in Foley’s New York office focused on bankruptcy and restructuring. Katie reflects on her…
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Episode 9 - Katie Harrington talks Houston, Texas, being her authentic-self, commercial litigation, and moving cross country
This episode features a discussion with litigation associate Katie Harrington. Katie has spent the majority of her career in the firm’s Houston office, but…
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Episode 8 - Jay Rothman talks growing up on a farm, life lessons from his clerkship, corporate practice, Foley’s culture, and navigating a legal career with patience and passion
This episode features a discussion with Jay Rothman, Foley’s former Chairman and CEO. Jay is a partner in Foley’s Milwaukee office focused on mergers and…
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Episode 7 - Patrick McMahon talks attending the U.S. Air Force Academy, military service, leadership, team work, and litigation
This episode features a discussion with Patrick McMahon, an associate in Foley & Lardner’s Chicago office. Patrick is a litigation attorney focused on labor &…
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Episode 6 - Vaitiari Rodriguez talks moving to the U.S. from Cuba, culture shock, navigating college and law school, and immigration law
This episode features Vaitiari Rodriguez, an immigration law associate in Foley & Lardner's Miami office. Vaitiari shares about immigrating from Cuba to…
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Episode 5 - Jack Lord talks 25 years at Foley, LGBTQ rights, labor & employment, Ashtanga Yoga, and attorney well-being
This episode features a discussion with Jack Lord. Jack is a partner and co-chair of Foley’s Labor & Employment Group. Jack reflects on his 25-years practicing…
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Episode 3 - Galen Yu talks immigrating from China, IP prosecution, cross cultural communication, and gardening
This episode features a discussion with Galen Yu, senior counsel in Foley & Lardner's Los Angeles office. Galen is an IP attorney focused on patent…
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Episode 2 - Lauren Champaign talks growing-up in a military family, the Gullah community, commercial litigation, and volunteering for the Obama campaign
This episode features a discussion with Lauren Champaign, senior counsel in Foley & Lardner's Washington D.C. office. Lauren is a litigation attorney focused…
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Episode 1 - Von Bryant talks playing college football, his dad's amazing professional path, corporate practice, and race in America
This episode features a discussion with Von Bryant, senior counsel in Foley & Lardner's Washington D.C. office. Von is a corporate attorney focused on venture…
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Episode 4 - Marcella Jayne talks navigating poverty in America, law school as a single parent with two small children, litigation, and her commitment to public service
This episode features a discussion with Marcella Jayne. Marcella is a litigation associate in Foley’s New York office. Marcella shares her long and winding…
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Introducing: The Path & The Practice
Join Alexis Robertson, Director of Diversity & Inclusion at Foley & Larder LLP, in exploring the professional origin stories of the attorneys at Foley &…