Why Admissions Questions on Mental Health Matter to Us All [LGE 128]

by Megan Zavieh | Sep 22, 2020 | Moral Character Application, Podcast

We know the profession has a mental health crisis.  We have serious concerns about bars asking applicants about their mental health. But do we really understand the position these questions can put an applicant in? In this episode, Megan discusses and (in a first on...

Slowing Down Incoming Business – Why and How [LGE 127]

by Megan Zavieh | Sep 8, 2020 | Podcast

  A large number of ethics complaints begin with lawyers taking on more work than they can handle, leading them to miss deadlines, fail to be responsive to clients, and otherwise drop the ball.  A booming business seems like a good thing, but too much of a good...

Building a Niche Law Practice with Lyndosha Jamison [LGE 126]

by Megan Zavieh | Sep 1, 2020 | Podcast

A niche, or narrow, law practice might sound risky, but it’s actually a fantastic way to build a rewarding practice.  Lyndosha Jamison has created a niche for herself that is exciting professionally and financially successful.  Join Megan as she interviews...

Disclosing Criminal Conduct on Moral Character Applications [LGE 125]

by Megan Zavieh | Aug 18, 2020 | Podcast

  First, it sounds like the Florida Bar might be listening to this podcast.  (Just kidding, of course.)  It issued a proposed advisory opinion allowing out of state lawyers to practice remotely from Florida without UPL repercussions.  Read more about solving the...

Military Spouses and More: How to Move Without a Bar Exam [LGE 124]

by Megan Zavieh | Aug 11, 2020 | Podcast

There are lots of reasons for lawyers to move from state to state, but when a bar exam gets in the way, it turns into a real pain.  Whether you’re a military spouse, an in-house lawyer, cultivating a Federal practice, or lucky enough to get reciprocity, Megan...

From Addiction and Disbarment to Law School Professorship with Kenneth Lawson [LGE 123]

by Megan Zavieh | Jul 28, 2020 | Podcast

Note:  This is a replay of our most popular episode – Episode 28 Kenneth Lawson went from running a successful practice in Ohio to having his license revoked because of misconduct while addicted to prescription painkillers. He joins us to share his remarkable...