Jaime Leggett is a partner who practices in the areas of bankruptcy and complex commercial litigation at Bast Amron. His awards include being named an honoree of Miami Dade Bar’s Young Lawyers Section 40 Under 40 awards (2025) and a three-time Best Lawyers In America Ones to Watch- Litigation – Bankruptcy, (2022-2024). Jaime's experience includes investigating and prosecuting director and officer liability claims; representing trustees, creditors, equity holders, and debtors in bankruptcy proceedings along with assignees, creditors, and assignors in assignment for the benefit of creditors proceedings; federal and state court commercial litigation; and trials in federal, bankruptcy, and state courts nationwide.

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Emma Guido Brill and Jonah Brill share how Cardozo shaped their personal and professional paths. Learn how they found love inside the walls of Cardozo and much more! From their top law class recommendations to insights into the complexities of life as a legal professional, they reflect on their biggest wins, minor missteps, and the lessons learned along the way.

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On this month’s episode of SPARKS, we welcome Daniel J. Dominguez ’05, a 2025 BALLSA honoree and Partner at Latham & Watkins. Daniel reflects on his time at Cardozo Law, sharing what inspired him to pursue a legal career. As he humorously puts it, “I’m an investigative journalist who is a terrible writer.” He dives into his approach to gathering evidence, the art of crafting clear and detailed reports, and why maintaining credibility is essential—both with clients and the government agencies he presents to.

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In this episode, the deans sit down with Maurice Robinson to explore the power of mediation and dispute resolution. From his early days handling licensing and clearance work at PBS to his transformative experience with Cardozo Law’s Intensive Mediation Advocacy Program (IMAP) under Kukin Program founder Lela Love, Maurice shares how practical training prepared him to jump right into the field.

A natural mediator at heart, he discusses his passion for problem-solving, the importance of “saying yes unless there’s a reason to say no,” and the key skills that make a great mediator. We dive into different mediation styles, the art of breaking down black-and-white conflicts to “exist in the gray,” and how his work today—resolving policy disputes, discrimination cases, and internal office disagreements—has a proven impact on employee satisfaction and retention.

Join us for an insightful conversation on how better communication can empower people to resolve conflicts without turning to legal battles.

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Matias Ricardo Gallego-Manzano '16, a Litigation Associate at Bryan Cave, joins the Deans to discuss his career trajectory on the latest episode of SPARKS. Matias talks about crossing the border as a 4-year-old Latino-American immigrant and becoming a first-generation college student, his decision to leave his job as a teacher to become a lawyer, the rewarding aspects of pro bono work and the impact Cardozo's Immigration Justice Clinic had on his legal career.

Introduction and background (0:00)

Why he decided to move from teacher to lawyer (3:00)

Growing up as a Latino-American immigrant and pursuing college (5:00)

Law school fears and concerns (7:10)

Opportunity to take on pro bono work (13:30)

Cardozo Immigration Justice Clinic's impact (17:30)

Advice for current law school students (20:00)

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Deans Leslie and Bertolet Grand sit down with two titans of the music industry: Julie Swidler (EVP, Business Affairs & General Counsel, Sony Music Entertainment) and Michael Seltzer (EVP, Business & Legal Affairs, Universal Music Group).

Discover what inspired Julie and Michael to pursue music and entertainment law, the highs and lows of navigating the industry, and their experiences working with iconic artists like Jay-Z and Fleetwood Mac.

They also dive into the art of negotiations and share invaluable advice for aspiring music lawyers!

Introductions and backgrounds (0:00)

Is being a music lawyer what you thought it’d be? (7:30)

Understanding the business side (11:30)

Music industry storytime (15:10)

The path to becoming a music lawyer (20:00 )

Student submitted questions (30:30)

Advice for students and listeners (40:00)

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Join us as we sit down with Glenn Thompson, a corporate law expert with a practice centered on Delaware entities like corporations, LLCs, and partnerships. 

In this episode, Glenn dives into:
✅ His move to Delaware to practice law and how the state shapes the corporate law landscape.
✅ A fun fact about Delaware’s unique bar admissions process!
✅ The power of a growth mindset in shaping your career.
✅ His journey with Cardozo’s BLSA and Dispute Resolution Honor Society.
✅ And, a special story about meeting his wife at Cardozo. 

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In this crossover episode, in collaboration with Cardozo's student podcast Pod Curiam, we chat with Grayson Moronta '22, a Labor and Employment Law Attorney at Seyfarth Shaw. Grayson shares how her time at Cardozo School of Law ignited her passion for labor and employment law. Grayson discusses her inspiration behind writing a groundbreaking Law Review note on hair discrimination and gives us a glimpse into the future of employment law.

Tune in for her invaluable advice on navigating the early stages of a legal career, including tips on networking, leveraging the Cardozo alumni network, and practical guidance for 1Ls just starting their journey in law school. Whether you’re a student or a professional in the field, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration!

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In this episode of SPARKS, we sit down with Phillip Hamilton, Managing Partner at Hamilton Clarke LLP and adjunct professor at Cardozo Law. Join us as Phillip shares the pivotal moments and key decisions that led him to establish his own successful legal practice. He reveals the secrets to building a thriving business and provides a detailed look into the essential steps of the initial planning process.

Phillip also reflects on his invaluable experience at Bronx Defenders, illustrating how it equipped him with the skills and knowledge to launch and manage his own firm. Whether you're a current law student or an aspiring entrepreneur, Phillip's advice is packed with insights that will guide you on your professional journey. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of the best in the field.

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