When litigator Deepti Shenoy faced her own divorce with a five-month-old baby, everything changed. What began as heartbreak became her purpose — reshaping her legal career and inspiring her to create Split Second, a New York City community helping single moms navigate separation and custody.In this episode of Beyond the Bar Podcast, host Denisa Tova dives into Deepti’s story — how she went from corporate law at JPMorgan to hands-on family law, and how lived experience gave her a deeper sense of empathy and connection. They talk about the emotional toll of divorce, the importance of community, and the creative outlets that keep Deepti grounded — from sewing and writing to hydroponic gardening.💛 You’ll hear how she transformed adversity into advocacy, why she believes community is essential for mental health, and what it really takes to find purpose beyond your title.Listen now to discover how one woman turned her personal journey into a mission to support others — and why her advice to anyone rebuilding is simple: find your people.

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Divorce doesn’t have to be a five-year war. Family law partner Alan “Al” Feigenbaum (Blank Rome) explains why protecting emotional capital—your time, headspace, and peace—often beats “winning” one more term on paper. We talk about leaving commercial litigation to work with people, the post-pandemic return of courtroom theatrics, how to set boundaries so your phone doesn’t run your life, and why stepping away for thirty minutes can save a case. Al also shares pro bono work with veterans, parenting teens, travel, books he’s reading, and a human twist you won’t expect.If you’re navigating divorce, advising clients, or just rethinking conflict, this conversation offers a practical path to exit sooner and heal smarter. Watch, subscribe, and share with someone who needs a perspective shift.Learn more about Alan Feigenbaum Bio: https://www.blankrome.com/people/alan-r-feigenbaumLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alan-feigenbaum/Watch more episodes and connect with Denisa here: https://tovaretirement.com/podcast/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/denisatovaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/denisatovaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/denisatova/Podcast Production by HypeCats.com, webinars, and podcasts: https://hypecats.com.

Dina Kaplan is a force — in life and in the courtroom. In this raw and unfiltered conversation, she shares how a trauma at 14 set her on a path to change the system from the inside, why she chooses survivorship over victimhood, and how movement, mantras, and mindset fuel her both personally and professionally.🛑 Content note: This episode includes discussion of sexual assault and trauma (starting ~11:06).You’ll hear how Dina’s origin story shaped her calling to the law, why she believes in rising from the ashes like a phoenix, and how her “fast brain” energy helps her thrive in high-stakes cases. 💪 She opens up about turning movement into meditation, embracing a lifestyle transformation that changed her health, and raising her kids with both toughness and heart. 🌱 At the core of it all is her mantra: “happy, joyous & free.”👤 About our guestDina Kaplan is a partner at a leading New York family-law firm with 25+ years advocating in high-emotion, high-stakes matters. She’s known for her candor, creativity, and compassion.🎧 Subscribe on YouTube + follow Beyond the Bar Podcast for more raw conversations.If you or someone you know needs support: RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline 800-656-HOPE | rainn.orgLearn more about Dina Kaplan: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dina-kaplan-11863010/Bio: https://www.berkbot.com/attorneys/dina-s-kaplan/Watch more episodes and connect with Denisa here: https://tovaretirement.com/podcast/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/denisatovaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/denisatovaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/denisatova/Podcast Production by HypeCats.com, webinars, and podcasts: https://hypecats.com.

Most career paths are linear. Byron Chou’s is anything but.He started out valuing businesses in high-stakes divorces, grinding through full-time work while going to law school at night. Today he’s a rising force in family law, but what makes him stand out isn’t just the cases he handles, it’s the way he blends intellect with creativity, and discipline with community.We dive into how AI is reshaping the practice of law, why protecting boundaries makes you a better advocate, what picking up the violin after twenty years taught him about balance, and how leading Lunar New Year and Diwali celebrations keeps him connected to something bigger than himself.This isn’t a story about titles. It’s about curiosity, resilience, and saying “yes” to experiences that make a life worth living.Subscribe to Beyond the Bar Podcast for conversations that reveal the human side of the profession.Learn more about Byron Chou: Firm Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nydivlaw Firm LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gassmanbaiamontegruner/ Firm Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gassmanbaiamontegruner/ Byron LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/byronchou/ Watch more episodes and connect with Denisa here: https://tovaretirement.com/podcast/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/denisatovaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/denisatovaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/denisatova/Podcast Production by HypeCats.com, webinars, and podcasts: https://hypecats.com.

What does it take to turn adversity into leadership?On this episode of Beyond the Bar Podcast, Denisa Tova sits down with The Hon. Leela Sharon Aheer—a woman who went from Alberta farm fields to shaping Canadian policy, proclaiming the country’s first Women’s Entrepreneurship Day, and fighting for laws that protect women and girls.Leela’s story isn’t just about politics—it’s about resilience, community, motherhood, reinvention, and the power of music (she even sings in 18 languages!).In this conversation, you’ll hear:✨ How growing up in Alberta’s tight-knit farming community shaped her worldview✨ The shocking moment at 15 that lit her fire for activism✨ Lessons on leadership, allyship, and building bridges across political divides✨ Why music remains her secret weapon for connection and healing✨ Her vision for women in entrepreneurship, politics, and beyondThis is a conversation full of goosebump moments, hard truths, and unstoppable energy.🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more powerful stories that go beyond the accolades and into what really matters.Learn more about Hon. Leela Aheer: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hon-leela-aheer-eca-454098167/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leelasharonaheer X: https://x.com/LeelaAheer Watch more episodes and connect with Denisa here: https://tovaretirement.com/podcast/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/denisatovaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/denisatovaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/denisatova/Podcast Production by HypeCats.com, webinars, and podcasts: https://hypecats.com.

What do offshore yacht racing, courtroom battles, and co-parenting have in common?

They’re all part of the extraordinary story of Michael Stutman—one of New York’s most respected matrimonial lawyers.

In this Beyond the Bar Podcast episode, Michael goes way beyond legal strategy and opens up about:
⚖️ Falling into law by accident—and staying for 40+ years📚 How “writing the book” on divorce changed his career👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The hardest truth about co-parenting (that money will never fix)🌊 Near-death nights racing yachts in the Atlantic🎓 Why he’d leave law tomorrow to teach civics in high school

You’ll hear wisdom, war stories, and moments that will make you laugh, nod, and rethink what really matters.

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What does it take to guide someone through one of the hardest chapters of their life?

Sandra Radna, founding attorney of the Law Offices of Sandra M. Radna, P.C. and author of You’re Getting Divorced… Now What?, has been practicing family law since 1993. Known by her clients as a “pit bull with a heart,” she fights fiercely in the courtroom while showing deep compassion for the people she represents.

In this episode of Beyond the Bar Podcast, Sandra opens up about her path from aspiring doctor to divorce attorney, the emotional realities of family law, and why clients often struggle not with the marriage they had—but with the life they thought they would have. She shares practical advice for anyone facing divorce, insights from her book, and the one thing her clients want most when it’s all over: peace.

Whether you’re going through divorce yourself, know someone who is, or just want to hear how strength and empathy can coexist, this conversation with Sandra Radna will leave you inspired.

Listen now and discover how a true pit bull with a heart helps people rebuild their lives.Learn more about Sandra Radna:Bio: https://radnalaw.com/our-team/sandra-m-radna/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandraradna/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandraradna.law?igsh=MTNqZXhlMXF5OXBvaA%3D%3D&utm_source=qrFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/19Sr3k4n4E/?mibextid=wwXlfr TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sandraradna?_t=ZT-8y0XYK6CkV6D&_r=1Watch more episodes and connect with Denisa here: https://tovaretirement.com/podcast/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/denisatovaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/denisatovaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/denisatova/Podcast Production by HypeCats.com, webinars, and podcasts: https://hypecats.com.

How do you win an argument when emotions run high—and keep your integrity intact?In this episode of Beyond the Bar Podcast, Denisa Tova sits down with Adam Schneid, partner at Most & Schneid, P.C., and graduate of Cornell & Cardozo School of Law. Adam shares:- Why crafting the right narrative is just as important as knowing the law- How personal experience with divorce shapes his client advocacy- The surprising parallels between debating in high school and litigating high-stakes family cases- Strategies to handle the emotional weight of legal disputes without burning outFrom courtroom strategy to parenting insights, Adam gives us a rare look at the mind of an attorney who’s both razor-sharp and deeply human.📌 Watch now to hear why he believes picking the right battles can save clients more than money, it can save their peace of mind.

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Bio: https://mostandschneid.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-schneid-13704b45/

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What if AI could handle your inbox, prep your presentations, and build your SOPs - while you sleep?In this episode of Beyond the Bar, Denisa Tova sits down with Mark Kashef - AI educator, founder of Prompt Advisors, and automation mastermind - to explore real, practical ways attorneys can integrate AI into their workflows. From secure document handling to automating lead qualification, Mark explains it all without the tech jargon.✅ Watch a live demo of a legal automation✅ Learn why prompts matter (and how to write one that works)✅ Discover the BIG mistake attorneys make when using ChatGPT✅ Get Mark’s favorite time-saving AI workflowsThis episode is tailor-made for forward-thinking attorneys, legal professionals, and firm owners looking to streamline, innovate, and stay competitive.🎯 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe!Learn more about Mark Kashef: Bio: https://www.promptadvisers.com/about-us LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mkashef/Watch more episodes and connect with Denisa here: https://tovaretirement.com/podcast/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/denisatovaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/denisatovaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/denisatova/Podcast Production by HypeCats.com, webinars, and podcasts: https://hypecats.com.

What do hurricanes, blizzards, and high-conflict custody battles have in common? Bryce Levine knows. In this episode of Beyond the Bar, we sit down with the partner at Jeffrey Schecter & Associates to explore how a lifelong fascination with extreme weather shaped his perspective as a family law attorney.From dream job at the National Hurricane Center to 27 years of courtroom advocacy, Bryce shares:☁️ His surprising path from meteorology to matrimonial law❄️ Why he walks through blizzards for fun📉 The emotional toll of modern-day legal practice🌪️ How to stay grounded when life (and clients) get turbulentThis is one of the most unexpected and honest conversations we’ve had - don’t miss it.👇 Drop a comment if you’ve ever wanted to chase a storm or felt burned out by your career.

Learn more about Bryce Levine:

Bio: https://www.jssmatlaw.com/staff-profiles/bryce-r-levine/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryce-levine-556276109/

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