Join Legal Recruiter and Talent Expert Susan Parker for insightful conversation with legal coaches, consultants, and leaders from U.S. and Canadian law firms. Each episode contains powerful information to help firms and candidates develop their mindset and craft an action plan to successfully manage integration during times of change and uncertainty. If you’re a law firm associate looking to take control of your career or a managing partner who's seeking new tactics for hiring and retention, we welcome you to the show.
Your host, Susan Parker:
Susan is a Managing Director at ELR Legal Search where she consults with attorneys at all levels in a broad range of practice areas. Previously, Susan served as a Legal and Executive Search Consultant for two leading firms, placing lateral partners, associates, and professional staff, at top law firms and global corporations. A member of the Professional Development Consortium, Susan is passionate about the successful integration of lateral partners and associates. Before joining ELR, she led talent, culture, and Diversity & Inclusion initiatives at Dell Technologies in over twenty-five countries. She is the author of Walking in the Deep End and a sought-after speaker on mental health, remote work and the connection between culture, talent, and performance.
Produced by: Anna Escamilla
ELR Presents: Dr. Larry Richard; Driving Successful Lateral Engagement in Today's World
Join Legal Recruiter & Talent Expert, Susan Parker, as she and Tim Regan speak with the leading expert on the psychology of lawyer behavior, Dr. Larry Richard. He has advised dozens of AmLaw 200 law firms on leadership, management, and related issues. Widely known as an expert on the lawyer personality, he has gathered personality data on thousands of lawyers. Larry demonstrates his deep knowledge of both the underlying issues and potential solutions to attracting and retaining top talent. He tackles tough issues with science, experience and humor. Don’t miss the chance to benefit from the world’s leading expert on the way lawyers think and better understand how to enhance law firm engagement, integration, and retention strategies.Produced by: Anna Escamilla
3 Mar 2023
ELR Presents: Debbie Atlas; Lateral Integration in Action
Join us at ELR Legal Search as we welcome Debbie Atlas to our podcast. Debbie Atlas is Ice Miller’s Senior Director of Attorney Talent. She leads the firm’s legal talent recruitment efforts for all offices. Before transitioning into this role, she was an associate at an international firm. Debbie earned her juris doctor, cum laude, from The University of Michigan Law School in 2004. During law school, Debbie served as article editor and selection committee member for the Michigan Journal of Gender and Law. Before graduating law school, Debbie earned her Master of Social Work from the George Warren Brown School of Social Work at Washington University in St. Louis in 2002 and her Bachelor of Arts, summa cum laude, from Emory University in 1999.
Susan and Debbie talk candidly about the ins and outs of setting oneself up for success both as an associate, partner, or leader at a law firm.
Produced by: Anna Escamilla
27 Jan 2023
ELR Presents: Rachael Bosch; Tips to Advance Your Career
ELR Presents: Michael Bloom; Enhance Your Writing Skills
Join Legal Recruiter & Talent Expert, Susan Parker, as she speaks with Michael Bloom, former practicing attorney, law professor and Founder & CEO of Praktio, a digital training software platform. Founded in 2014 by a Michigan Law professor looking for a better way for clinic students to learn the language of contracts, Praktio is an innovative provider of modern training—practical, interactive, self-paced, online—for reading, writing, and otherwise working with documents in realistic, professional contexts (for example, reviewing, drafting, and negotiating contracts). Michael shares strategies for enhancing your writing skills and why his company is on a “mission to create space for learning through mistakes “. Don’t miss this educator and innovator as he addresses the fears lawyers can face as they develop their writing skills - he’s helped countless lawyers succeed by teaching them to learn through their mistakes!
Produced by: Anna Escamilla
9 Dec 2022
ELR Presents: Melissa McGonigal Berry on Driving Successful Integration of Diverse Attorneys
Join Legal Recruiter & Talent Expert, Susan Parker, as she speaks with Melissa McGonigal Berry. Melissa is a former practicing attorney, law professor and the current Director of Professional Development and Diversity at Lane Powell. They discuss the challenges and strategies for successful integration into a new firm. The American Bar Association notes that the legal profession is generally perceived as lagging behind other professions and industries in the area of diversity and inclusion (D&I). Although there are many notable exceptions, women and minorities are often under-represented at law firms and in-house law departments, particularly in leadership positions.
Hear about the particular challenges faced by diverse attorneys and the ways to mitigate them from an empathic and thoughtful law firm leader who’s helped countless lawyers overcome challenges and grow their careers!
Produced by: Anna Escamilla
21 Nov 2022
ELR Presents: Jessica Hernandez; Coaching Tips for Lateral Partners and Associates
Join Legal Recruiter & Talent Expert, Susan Parker, as she speaks with former practicing attorney and current coach and author, Jessica Hernandez about coaching lawyers through common pitfalls as they manage their careers and transition to a new firm. Jessica is a certified executive coach and former attorney who partners with clients to move beyond obstacles to a more fulfilling place in their lives. By using a systematic approach grounded in momentum and accountability, Jessica helps her clients to feel more satisfied both professionally and personally.
Jessica is also a co-author, with Jessica R. Natkin, of “Let’s Coach All the Lawyers: An Essential Primer for Professionals Developing Legal Talent.” Written for supervisors and managers in the legal industry, this book shares the coaching practices the authors have found to be most effective in developmental conversations.
Be sure to join us for practical tips and helpful advice from this empathic and knowledgeable author, former practicing attorney and certified executive coach!
Produced by: Anna Escamilla
10 Nov 2022
ELR Presents: Dr. Larry Richard; The Psychology of Habit Formation: How Lawyers Think
Join Legal Recruiter & Talent Expert, Susan Parker, as she and Tim Regan speak with the leading expert on the psychology of lawyer behavior. Dr. Larry Richard has advised dozens of AmLaw 200 law firms on leadership, management, and related issues such as teams, change management, talent selection, assessment, and other aspects of strategic talent management. Widely known as an expert on the lawyer personality, he has gathered personality data on thousands of lawyers. Listen in for Dr. Larry’s perspective on how the world has changed since the pandemic and the new habits we can cultivate as a result.
Don’t miss the chance to benefit from the world’s leading expert on the way lawyers think and better understand yourself in order to develop positive habits during times of uncertainty.
Produced by: Anna Escamilla
4 Nov 2022
ELR Presents: Johnna Story; Driving Successful Performance Reviews and Retention
Join Legal Recruiter & Talent Expert, Susan Parker, for an engaging conversation with Finnegan’s Director of Professional Development, Johnna Story. With more than 25 years at the firm, Johnna has managed all aspects of attorney professional development. She works closely with practice group leaders and firm management to identify training needs and develop innovative and impactful programs that lead to enhanced engagement and retention. She’s heavily involved in the evaluation and feedback processes and invests much of her time in the Attorney Well-Being Initiative, receiving her certificate in Mental Health First Aid in 2021.
Don’t miss the chance to benefit from Johnna’s vast knowledge about the importance of feedback and preparing for performance evaluations!
Produced by: Anna Escamilla
28 Oct 2022
ELR Presents: Matthew Galando; The Importance of Creativity and Caring in Developing Laterals
Join Legal Recruiter & Talent Expert, Susan Parker, for an engaging conversation with K&L Gates’ Director of Professional Development, Matthew Galando. Matt leads with creativity and empathy as he helps associates enhance their skills and advance their careers. He designs and implements programs on a local and global scale on various topics including business development, technology, communication, and executive presence, as well as substantive legal training curricula. Matt was instrumental in the assessment and implementation of the K&L Gates HUB - an award-winning digital destination providing timely content on issues at the intersection of business and law. Matt has led the implementation of several new cross-practice multi-stage experiential programs at K&L Gates with a focus on associates’ skill development and deepening connections with fellow associates, partners, and firm leaders.
Hear practical tips from this creative and results-oriented law firm leader to help drive your career growth!
Produced by: Anna Escamilla
21 Oct 2022
ELR Presents: Dr. Larry Richard; The Psychology of Uncertainty: Understanding the Post-COVID Workplace
Join Legal Recruiter & Talent Expert, Susan Parker, and ELR Managing Partner, Tim Regan for a conversation about the changing workplace with the leading expert on the psychology of lawyer behavior. Dr. Larry Richard has advised dozens of AmLaw 200 law firms on leadership, management, and related issues such as teams, change management, talent selection, assessment, and other aspects of strategic talent management. Widely known as an expert on the lawyer personality, he has gathered personality data on thousands of lawyers. Deepen your understanding of the long-standing impact of the global pandemic and what it means for the workplace today.
Don’t miss the chance to learn how to better adapt to this ever-changing world from the leading expert on the way lawyers think!
Produced by: Anna Escamilla
18 Oct 2022
ELR Presents: Suzanne Thomas; Emotionally Intelligent Practices to Mitigate Misunderstandings and Drive Retention
Join Legal Recruiter & Talent Expert, Susan Parker, and Dentons Canada’s Director of Learning & Development, Suzanne Thomas, for an enlightening look at how small actions can lead to better outcomes for both firms and lawyers. Suzanne has worked in law firm talent management and professional development since 2011. She designs and drives recruitment campaigns, mentorship programs, and internal professional development initiatives. Prior to this, Suzanne practiced law in Alberta for over 10 years. Suzanne is certified to administer the Mayer-Salovey-Caruso Emotional Intelligence Test (“MSCEIT”) and to deliver emotional intelligence training and coaching.
Don’t miss the chance to benefit from the vast knowledge and “ah ha moments” from this former practicing attorney and law firm leader that will help you avoid career missteps!
14 Oct 2022
ELR Presents: Tim Regan; Why ELR Cares About Successful Lateral Integration
Join Legal Recruiter & Talent Expert, Susan Parker as she and the Managing Partner of ELR Legal Search, Tim Regan, talk about legal recruiting and successful lateral integration.
Tim is a former practicing attorney who understands the difficulties every attorney faces as they develop their career. He works with law firms as a retained career coach, career transition counselor, and as a legal recruiter. Tim has successfully placed and counseled partners and associates in top-tier regional, national, and international law firms, and has completed numerous in-house GC and Counsel searches for prominent international corporations. Working as a Houston legal recruiter, Tim is consistently ranked one of the Most Influential Legal Recruiters by LawCrossing. His firm, ELR Legal Search, is ranked #1 Legal Recruitment Firm in Houston.
Hear from a leading legal recruiter with over 15 years’ experience on how to prepare for your next move!
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