A podcast for law students and new lawyers navigating the challenges of law school and the legal field.
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Episodes air every Wednesday. Visit esquirestateofmind.com to submit your questions and topics.
Let's Talk About: Finals Szn + My Top Hacks for Exam Studying
If finals season has you spiraling, this episode is your reset button. I’ve been there—the outlines that aren’t done, the creeping self-doubt, the late nights wondering if it’s too late to turn things around. Spoiler: it’s not. In this episode, I’m breaking down what to do when the panic hits—and how to pull yourself back into focus with practical strategies that work even when you feel behind. This episode is a pep talk meets strategy session for every law student in the thick of it. You’re ...
3 Apr 2025
Let’s Talk About: A Day in the Life of an IP Associate & Year 1 Lessons
Ep. 4 I get asked, "what does your day-to-day look like?" by students all of the time. It's not a bad question, it's just impossible to answer sometimes. In this episode, we're taking about the realities of working as a newly-barred, remote IP associate—what my responsibilities look like, how my tasks shift from day to day, and why no two weeks ever feel the same. I also reflect on my first year of practice—what I learned and advice I'd give to law students stepping into their first associate...
26 Mar 2025
Networking 101: The Art of the Connection Call
Ep. 3 Networking isn’t just about who you know—it’s about who knows you. A strong legal career starts with meaningful connections, and mastering the connection call is a key step in building your network. Networking 101 is the first episode of our Networking Series. Whether you’re a law student, young lawyer, or just looking to expand your professional circle, this episode will give you practical, actionable steps to make every connection call count. In today's episode we're talking abo...
19 Mar 2025
Let's Talk About: Making Your Own Luck
Ep. 2 Today we're talking about my law school journey and how I “got lucky”... and no! Not like that! In this episode I share my story—all the highs & lows—plus the mindset that I had and the principles I stuck to through it all with the hope that it inspires and/or comforts you in wherever you are in your journey. Take what you need. I'm rooting for you! Submit questions for future episodes to hello@esquirestateofmind.com. Visit https://www.esquirestateofmind.com for more.
12 Mar 2025
Let's Talk About: The First Episode Esquire State of Mind!
Ep. 1 Today we're talking about the WHY behind Esquire State of Mind, and a little introduction to your host, Madison Marino. Submit questions for future episodes to hello@esquirestateofmind.com. Visit https://www.esquirestateofmind.com for more.
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