Legal Leadership & Advocacy | Podcast with Jody Lipton
In this episode of Disability Attorneys for the Community, Erika Riggs, co-founding partner at Disability Law Group, sits down with Jody Lipton, managing partner of Lipton Law.
They discuss women in legal leadership, mentorship, courtroom advocacy, firm growth, and why strong attorney-client relationships remain central to meaningful legal work.
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From Corrections Officer to Advocate: Jen Baker’s Journey to Disability Rights
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From Trauma to Hope: Behavioral Health Support Across the Lifespan with Easterseals MORC
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Disability Advocacy in Action: The Mission of Disability Rights Michigan | Disability Attorneys for the Community
What does real, community-rooted disability advocacy look like in Michigan? In this episode, DLG partner Erika Riggs sits down with Rachel Prevatt from Disability Rights Michigan (DRM) to talk about their expansive work—from prison reform and voting rights to helping people with disabilities access vital services.💬 Learn how DRM empowers individuals, challenges systemic failures, and collaborates across sectors to drive meaningful change.▶ Tune in to hear why DRM should be on your radar—and what you can do to support their mission.
17 Mar 2025
Veterans, Leadership, & Success: Life Lessons from Dr. Eric Fretz
Transitioning from military to civilian life comes with challenges—but strong leadership, mentorship, and community support can make all the difference.
In this episode of Disability Attorneys for the Community, Mandy Kelly, partner at Disability Law Group, sits down with Dr. Eric Fretz, a retired U.S. Navy Lieutenant Commander, educator, and veteran advocate. He shares how his military service shaped his career and why he’s passionate about helping veterans find success beyond the uniform.
We discuss:
The critical role of mentorship in career success
How military service builds leadership and resilience
The biggest challenges veterans face after service, and what can help
The impact of Veterans Treatment Courts in providing second chances
The leadership lessons that apply to every career field
Dr. Fretz’s experience offers real-world insights for veterans, professionals, and community advocates. Listen now to learn how leadership and mentorship can create lasting change. Tune in now!
26 Jul 2024
Disability Law Group & Hearts for Homes
In this episode of the Disability Attorneys for the Community Podcast, host Erika Riggs sits down with Karan Bates-Gasior, Executive Director of Hearts for Homes, an organization dedicated to ending child homelessness in Macomb County.
18 Jul 2024
Disability Law Group & Motown Women Veteran Association
Partner Erika Riggs speaks with Alexis, founder of Motown Women Veterans Association, and finds out everything that there is to know about her wonderful organization!
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Disability Law Group & Doug "Odie" Slocum
Erika Riggs sits down with Retired Brig. General Doug "Odie" Slocum to talk veterans advocacy, his new book, and much more! You wont want to miss this one!
1 Dec 2023
Disability Law Group & Vets Returning Home
In this episode of Disability Attorneys for the Community, Erika Riggs speaks to the Founder of Vets Returning Home and gets to know her wonderful organization!
2 Feb 2023
Disability Law Group & Disability Network Eastern Michigan
Today we are talking to Disability Network Eastern Michigan, and learning about their amazing organization!
4 Aug 2022
Disability Law group & Dearborn Vet Center
In todays episode we talk to Gerald from the Dearborn, Michigan Vet Center! Listen with us as he tells stories, laughs, and gives us all the details about what he does!
2 Aug 2022
Disability Law Group & Chaldean Community Foundation
In todays episode of Disability Lawyers for the Community, we are talking with Stacy Bahri from the Chaldean Community Foundation. She is going through what services are provided at the CCF center here in Michigan. Join us today and learn more about her amazing organization!
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