Hailing from the Bronx, New York, Robert Newman is a testament to the idea that it's never too late to chase your dreams. From Administrative Parks and Recreation Manager at the NYC Department of Parks & Recreation to COO of AmeriDream, Newman had a successful professional career. However, the dream of becoming a lawyer had always lingered in the background.

At the age of 50, with a lifetime of experiences under his belt, Robert decided to take the plunge and enroll in law school. What sparked this transformational decision? A heartfelt conversation with his daughter reignited his passion for the legal profession.

Today, Robert is the Founder & Managing Director of the Law Office of Robert P. Newman, P.C., specializing in estate planning. In this episode, we delve into his upbringing in the vibrant Bronx, his diverse professional journey, and the pivotal moment that led him to pursue law later in life.

Join us as we explore Robert's unwavering dedication to estate planning and how his unique background enriches his approach to this vital field of law. Discover the invaluable insights he's gathered along the way, and most importantly, learn why it's never too late to chase your dreams.

Let's Conversate!

Isaro Carter, Esq is an entertainment lawyer who has carved her own path in the industry. As the founding attorney of The Carter Firm, she empowers her clients by ensuring they understand the purpose of the legal processes surrounding their work, ultimately protecting

Based in the heart of New York City, her practice focuses on

 Her journey began in 2014 as an intern with the independent

Beyond her practice, she actively contributes to the legal

Today, we have the privilege of diving into her experiences,

In this episode, join us as we delve into the remarkable story of an ambitious lawyer who embarked on the path of entrepreneurship right after law school. Our guest, Delali Dagadu, Esq, shares her inspiring journey of starting her own law firm, DAGADU LAW PLLC, specializing in immigration law. Born in Monrovia, Liberia, and raised in multiple countries, including the United States, Delali brings a unique perspective to her legal practice.

During our conversation, we explore Delali's motivations behind choosing immigration law as her focus. She passionately discusses the intricate dynamics of the field, shedding light on the challenges and rewards of advocating for immigrants. Drawing from her own immigration story and multicultural background, she provides invaluable insights into the lives and struggles of those seeking a better life in a new country.

With a cum laude graduation from the District of Columbia David A. Clarke School of Law in 2022, Delali has honed her legal expertise to empower her clients and navigate the complex immigration landscape. As the founder and principal immigration attorney at DAGADU LAW PLLC, based in Washington, DC, she has dedicated herself to providing comprehensive immigration services.

Tune in to this episode to discover the inspiring journey of Delali, an attorney who is not only building her own success but also transforming the lives of individuals and families through her unwavering dedication to immigration law.

Gary Williams graduated with honors from Southern University and A&M College in 2014, where he earned a degree in Criminal Justice with a minor in Computer Science. In 2018, Gary earned his Juris Doctor from Southern University Law Center in Baton Rogue, Louisiana. While attending Southern University Law Center, Mr. Williams was a member of the Moot Court, where he was the Historian. In addition, he served in the Student Bar Association, Journal of Race, Gender, and Poverty, Delta Theta Phi Law Fraternity, American Inns of Court, and a Thurgood Marshall Law Student nominee. After law school, Gary became a Assistant Attorney General for the Department of Justice. Upon leaving the DOJ, Gary transitioned to private practice working for firms in Baton Rouge and New Orleans. Lastly, he is a proud member of the 100 Black Men of Metro Baton Rouge, and a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. On this episode we discuss, Gary's legal origin story, his passion for mentoring, his background in traveling and more!

What better way to end Season 1 than the have the special guest be the best podcast host in the game, Akeem D. Earle!  Akeem Earle is originally from New York hailing from Brooklyn and Long Island. He received his undergraduate degree from West Chester University of Pennsylvania and earned his juris doctor from the University of the District of Columbia David A. Clarke School of Law. Akeem worked his way through law school as a paralegal for the Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia. In law school, Akeem's passion for criminal justice reform was cultivated and it is where he chose his path to become a prosecutor. He tapped into his creative side and wrote an article on the importance of black prosecutors for the D.C. Bar's award winning magazine, The Washington Lawyer, titled "The Role of the Black Prosecutor." He also learned of his love for podcasting in law school and decided to merge his two passions together to create "Conversate with Akeem D. Earle," where he interviews attorneys from a variety of different practice areas to learn about their legal journey and how it has impacted them in and outside of the law. On this episode we discuss, why Akeem chose to become a lawyer, his law school experience, his thoughts on the bar exam and more! Let's Conversate!

Quiana Harris is a native of a small town in eastern North Carolina named Rich Square, and Summa Cum Laude graduate of Winston-Salem State University. Thereafter, Quiana attended Howard University School of Law where she represented clients through the Criminal Justice Clinic and was the Executive Notes and Comments Editor for the Howard Law Journal. Upon graduation from Howard Law, the first-generation Esquire joined the faculty of Georgetown Law School as an E. Barrett Prettyman Fellow, where supervised third year law students in Georgetown’s Juvenile Justice Clinic while also representing children and adults in the DC Superior Court. Upon completion of the Prettyman Fellowship, Quiana was awarded a LL.M. in Advocacy. Quiana has now joined the D.C. Public Defender Service as a general felony trial attorney. On this episode, we discussed why Quiana chose defense work over big law, speaking at her old highschool, the Megan Thee Stallion and Tory Lanez trial and more!

Amber Ivey is a prominent thinker, voice, and leader of cultural change, an expert in data utilization and management, while also being an equitable leader. Ivey was born in Bethesda, Maryland. She earned an undergraduate degree from Old Dominion University, a graduate degree from the University of Maryland College Park, and a law degree from the University of the District of Columbia David A. Clarke School of Law. In 2020, Amber Ivey ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Maryland's 7th Congressional District. While in law school Amber realized she wanted to support people in a different way and decided to serve in the intersection of data, tech, law, and public policy. She now serves as a Vice President for a non profit organization focused on social impact. She is also the founder of Ivey Collective which is a consulting agency that provides action plans to businesses and government agencies through data audits and is the host of AI: Decodes the System podcast @aidecodes, which breaks down topics related to data, tech, law, and public policy in plain language. On this episode, we discuss why Ivey chose not to practice law anymore, the future of AI in the courtroom, the importance of rest in between positions and more!

Tyla A. Swinton is originally from Queens, New York. After graduating from (thee illustrious) Howard University, she attended Penn State Law for her JD. Currently, Tyla works at Jackson Lewis P.C. in the Long Island office and practices Affirmative Action, OFCCP and Government Contract Compliance. Recently, she was recognized by The National Black Lawyers as a top 40 Under 40 Black attorney in the state of New York and top 100 in the country. On this episode of Conversate, we discuss, how it is being a lawyer fresh out of law school, Tyla's love for poetry, how she became top 40 Under 40 and more!

Etienne C. Toussaint, a South Bronx native,  is an interdisciplinary legal scholar with expertise in legal history, contract law, business/corporate law, community economic development, and philosophical legal ethics/professional responsibility. He is currently a law professor at the University of South Carolina School of Law. Professor Toussaint is a graduate of The Massachusetts Institute of Technology. At MIT, he earned an S.B. in Mechanical Engineering, and was designated a Ronald McNair Scholar and Alpha Phi Alpha Distinguished Collegiate. He completed an M.S.E. in Environmental Engineering from The Johns Hopkins University, where he served as Graduate Student Adviser for Engineers Without Borders. Toussaint earned his J.D. at Harvard Law School. Importantly, he is a husband and a father of three sons. On this episode of Conversate, we discuss his love for writing, food oppression, his bar exam horror story and more! Let's Conversate! 

Claudia Ahiabor was born and raised in New Jersey, spent part of her childhood in Ghana, and currently lives in the Washington DC metro area. She graduated from American University Washington College of Law, where she focused her degree on health law. She currently works at the US Food and Drug Administration as an Associate Chief Counsel in the Office of Chief Counsel. On this episode, we discuss how Claudia found the law, her experience living in Ghana as a child, Kim Kardashian taking the baby bar, and more! Let's Conversate!