The Happy Lawyer Project | Inspiration, Advice & Lifestyle Strategies for Young Lawyers

By Okeoma Moronu Schreiner

What's The Happy Lawyer Project | Inspiration, Advice & Lifestyle Strategies for Young Lawyers about?

The Happy Lawyer Project is an inspirational podcast for young lawyers looking to find happiness in life with a law degree. Each episode provides you with the tips, advice, encouragement and inspiration you need to craft a life and career you love. Welcome to the Happy Lawyer Project!

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The Happy Lawyer Project | Inspiration, Advice & Lifestyle Strategies for Young Lawyers episodes:

08.29.2019
HLP129: On Changing Your Money Mindset to Build a Seven Figure Legal Practice with Wendy Witt of Million Dollar Attorney®
On this weeks’ episode we chat about one of my favorite topics, Money Mindset. I chat with the Million Dollar Attorney® Wendy Witt. A former attorney, Wendy now spends her time helping lawyers understand that it is possible to earn more while...
08.20.2019
HLP128: On Using Apex Habits to Change your Life and Career with Marco Brown
On Using Apex Habits to Change your Life and Career with Marco Brown On today’s show I have the amazing opportunity to chat with Marco Brown, managing partner of his own firm Brown Law and one of the top...
07.25.2019
HLP125: On Focusing on Joy and Values to Create a Boutique Virtual Law Firm with Diana Maier
Owner of a boutique law firm for Maier Law Group, Diana built the firm she wanted that afforded women the flexibility they desire while staying in the law. Additionally, Diana is the founder of Joy in the Law, a platform...
06.27.2019
HLP123: On Moving Past Busy to Build a Life You Love with Shunta Grant of Because of Zoe Designs
Book Club Announcement: "Your Money or Your Life" by Vicki Robins. Every Monday I’ll post a journal or thought exercise about the book. At the end of July I’ll have two sessions where we jump onto Zoom and chat about...
06.20.2019
HLP 122: On Exploring Identity and Alignment During Transitions in Life and Career with Ami Watkin of Integrated Hustle
On Exploring Identity and Alignment During Transitions in Life and Career with Ami Watkin of Integrated Hustle The start of a new quarter means couple’s retreat for Mr. Happy Lawyer and me! We have gotten tons of interest on...
06.06.2019
HLP120: On Getting the Support You Need to Succeed as a First Generation Professional with Rukayatu Tijani
Happiness is a choice. Although I believe this statement to be true, it can sometimes seem like a controversial issue. On today’s show I chat with Rukayatu Tijani about choosing and cultivating your own happiness story. We talk about the...
05.23.2019
HLP119: On Overcoming Disappointment and Mastering a New Skill with Steve Schwartz of LSAT Blog
I’m back! If you are following me on Instagram I’m sure you saw my adventure in Ecuador i f not, head over to instagram.com/thehappylawyerproject to see what I’ve been up to! Before we get to the show, here are a...
05.09.2019
HLP118: On Daring to Pursue Your Creative Passion for Profit with Allison Ford
Huge thank you to everyone for your kind words while I was under the weather! First thing first, I owe you guys a TON of money book club updates. The truth is, I’ve been struggling with this month’s book, “The...
05.02.2019
HLP117: On Creating Better Habits for your Health and Wellness with Angela Han
On today’s show (introduced by my partner Mr. Happy Lawyer), I chat with Angela Han, a corporate attorney with a side hustle as a plant based health and fitness coach for lawyers. We chat about how to cultivate the habits...
04.25.2019
HLP116: On the Truth About Attracting Love into Your Life with Crystal Irom
ANNOUNCEMENT: THANK YOU to everyone that has supported my kickstarter campaign, whether you bought a book, shared a post, or simply liked one I am so thankful! I am proud to announce that we reached our first kickstarter goal within...
04.18.2019
HLP115: On Owning Your Expertise and Embracing the Joys of Motherhood with Titilayo Tinubu Ali
On today’s episode I had the pleasure of chatting with Titilayo Tinubu Ali. Titilayo is the founder of Own Your Own Expertise and has been mentoring emerging leaders and entrepreneurs alongside her career as an attorney, consultant and education policy...
04.13.2019
HLP114: On Leaving a Six Figure Salary to Take Your Passion on the Road with Veronica Peterson
Hey lawyers! Listen up because today's episode is unlike any of the episodes I’ve done in the past. Today I chat with the woman behind @leavelawbehind’s Instagram Veronica Peterson. Veronica was a client of Casey Berman’s and has successfully left...
04.04.2019
HLP 113: On Giving Power to Your Dreams with Elena Deutsch
I know that you guys have these big, scary, amazing dreams and I love hearing about all of them. A fear of mine is that for so many of you, those dreams are going to remain just that. Dreams. Harsh...
03.28.2019
HLP 112: On Facing Your Fear to Create Content and Innovate in Your Legal Practice with Mike Whelan
Happy lawyers, you are in for one heck of a treat because today’s guest is so hilarious, so smart, and incredibly insightful about our legal profession. Mike Whelan is a CEO, lawyer, writer, podcaster, and self- proclaimed nerd impresario. On...
03.21.2019
HLP 111: On the Guide to Getting a Legal Job You Actually Like with Rachel Tessa Gezerseh
Ready to get one step closer to your dream legal job? Listen up happy lawyers and meet Rachel Tessa Gezerseh. Rachel is an adjunct professor and a partner at boutique litigation firm in LA and now also an author! Rachel...
03.14.2019
HLP110: On the Lawyer Money Book Club - You are a Badass at Making Money
The episode you’ve all been waiting for is finally here, let’s talk money! This year I launched a very informal personal finance book club. I invited each of you to read through my list of money books for the year...
03.07.2019
HLP109: On the Ways to Stop Putting out Fires and Start Building a Better Legal Practice with Jeremy W. Richter
Have you ever felt like more of a firefighter than an attorney? I know I have. Our days and weeks are often times dedicated to putting out fires instead of living the organized and manageable life we desire (the dream!)....
02.28.2019
HLP108: On Trusting Your Path and Working with Family with Marni Blank
If you guys are anything like me you love checklists, processes, and alll the things that let you know what your future looks like. It can be a challenge for us as lawyers to move forward when we are unsure...
02.21.2019
HLP107: On the Secret to Finding Happiness by Transitioning Out of the Law with Casey Berman
Many of you have asked me for more resources to figure out how to leverage your J.D. and transition into an alternative career. On today's show I chat with Casey Berman, founder of Leave Law Behind. Casey left behind his...
02.12.2019
HLP106: On Creating Time for Joy by Mastering the Art of Delegating with Dina Eisenberg
Welcome back happy lawyers! I am beyond excited to be starting off 2019 chatting with former attorney Dina Eisenberg. Dina had a life-changing moment that led her to transition out of law and into a business helping lawyers earn more,...
12.17.2018
HLP104: On the As to your Qs about Your Money Personality, Managing Money and Juggling Money Priorities
Episode 104: Q&A; On the As to Your Qs - About Your Money Personality, Managing Money, and Juggling Money Priorities For the next few weeks will be doing all Q&A; episodes to answer your most frequently asked questions,...
12.11.2018
HLP103: On the As to Your Qs - Aligning Goals, Dreams and Plans with Your Spouse or Partner
Before we get started with the show, here are a few exciting updates! The podcast was honored once again by the ABA as a top legal podcast, yay! Thank you to everyone that voted and support the show,...
11.13.2018
HLP102: On Finding Your Own Crooked Path to Happiness with Shinah Chang of Crooked Calligraphy
A ton of you have reach out to me because you know your current situation isn’t working but you don’t know how to get from where you are to where you want to be. Good news friends, this episode is...
11.06.2018
HLP101 - On the Power of Finding the Funny in Life as a Lawyer with Negin Yazdani
Episode 101: Negin Yazdani On the Power of Finding the Funny in life as a Lawyer with Negin Yazdani Today’s guest is living the ultimate “double life”. Part-time corporate attorney for Virgin Orbit and part-time stand up comedian...
10.23.2018
HLP100: On Suiting Up and Taking on Tough Challenges with Sierra E of SuitKits
Today's guest is a truly impressive attorney whose accomplishments are only outdone by her big goals for the future. During our conversation we chat about what drove Sierra E to pursue partnership at a top BigLaw firm, how she secured...
10.16.2018
HLP099 : On Working with A Financial Professional to Pay off Student Loans and Secure Your Financial Future with CFP Terry Andersen of Tactical Wealth Partners
You guys know I love chatting finance, that’s why I’m extra excited to chat with my guest today, Terry Andersen of Tactical Wealth Partners. Today Terry and I chat about why he chose to focus on working with associate attorneys,...
10.09.2018
HLP098: On the As to Your Qs about Going In-House, Happiness Hacks and Lessons Learned
On this month's Q&A; episode I address the following three listeners' questions: 1. Calla on IG asks: Would love to hear 1. How you went from Big Law to corporate Law 2. What that transition was like for yo? Also...
09.18.2018
HLP097: On How to be (Sort Of) Happy in Law with Kathryne Young
I’m super excited today to chat with fellow happiness researcher, Katie Young. Katie is a JD/PHD and current professor at UMASS Amherst. After experiencing law school unhappiness herself and witnessing countless others go through law school unhappy, Katie decided to...
09.11.2018
HLP096: On the Secrets to Traveling for Cheap (or Free!) with Kevin of the Financial Panther
Some of you may remember Kevin from Episode 32 where Kevin shared his story about paying off $87,000 in student loans in just 2.5 years. I’ve invited him back on the show to talk about one of my passions, traveling!...
09.04.2018
HLP095: On Why You Should Probably Just Quit with Goli Kalkhoran
We all know that lawyers are great at persevering but what happens when it’s time to call it quits? There are times when we struggle with whether to stop a small project and times we grapple with whether or not...
08.21.2018
HLP094: On the As to Your Qs - Figuring out Your Perfect Practice Area and Tips for Setting Up Your Financial Future
On today's show Mr. Happy Lawyer Project joins me to give a quick update on what we’ve been up to this summer, what we’re excited for in the new year and we answer some of your burning questions. Jasmine...
08.15.2018
HLP093 - On Discovering Your Signature Style and Finding Yourself in Fashion with Estelle Winsett
Many of you have asked about the intersection of fashion, professionalism, and happiness. On today’s show I get to discuss just that with attorney Estelle Winsett that also runs a side hustle as a fashion consultant. Mom to three...
08.07.2018
HLP092 -On the Intersection of Wellness and Diversity and Inclusion with Jaya Saxena
On today’s show I have the pleasure of chatting with another wonderful multi-passionate, former attorney Jaya Saxena. Jaya is a Diversity & Inclusion Strategist, attorney turned Wellness/Career coach, social justice advocate and mama of two. We chat about how she...
07.10.2018
HLP091: On Using a CEO Mindset to Build a Seven Figure Lifestyle Practice with Ally Lozano
Wish you knew more about the business of being a lawyer? I know I sure do! Whether you are considering going solo or just building your own brand within your firm, you are going to love today’s guest. Ally Lozano...
07.03.2018
HLP090 - On The Habits and Strategies They Didn’t Teach You in Law School with Drew Amoroso of Move Associates
Was it just me or did they forget to teach us how to practice law in law school!?! When I started practicing law I definitely didn't feel like I had all the practical skills I needed to excel as a...
06.26.2018
HLP089: On Quitting Your Job to Travel the World (and how to practice law while doing it) with Anjali Nowakowski
Many of you have expressed a desire to leave the 9-5 grind in order to chase a passion or adventure or to simply live a more fulfilled life. On today’s show I chat with a travel happy lawyer who did...
06.19.2018
HLP088 - On Finding Your People and Professional Fulfillment as a Non-Traditional Lawyer with Nneka Norville of More Than Esquire Network
Finding a community as a “non-traditional” lawyer can be a challenge. Today I chat with Nneka Norville one of the masterminds behind More Than Esquire Network, a platform for lawyers just like you. We chat about the community Nneka is...
06.12.2018
HLP087: On Growing a Legal Tech Startup (without moving to NYC or SFO) with Jack West of BookIt Legal
Do you ever feel like you live in the wrong city to pursue your big idea? Perhaps you don't think your city or town has the resources or community that you would need to launch your next project. Today, I...
06.05.2018
HLP086: On the Art of Choosing Happy Thoughts with Happiness Coach, Rochelle Gapere
I often find myself mumbling a certain mantra over and over. Happiness is a choice. Happiness. is. a. choice. Even though this isn’t always easy or clear, I believe it to be true and today I get the...
05.29.2018
HLP085: On Innovating to Better Serve Yourself and Your Clients with Melissa Hall of Smol Law
What do you think of when you think of innovation and the law? Do you feel like you have opportunities to innovate in your practice? Over the years I’ve learned that some of the happiest lawyers have chosen to get...
05.22.2018
HLP084: On the Importance of Believing in Your Own Success with Dafan Zhang, co-founder of Vohte
Today on the show I have the ultimate jack of all trades or, as he puts it, the master of a few things. Multi-passionate attorney Dafan Zhang is an adjunct professor, tech app developer, co-founder of Vohte, solo practitioner, and...
05.15.2018
HLP083: On Walking Away From BigLaw to Launch a Skin Care Line with Justin Moore of Holly Hall Supply Co.
Former BigLaw associate Justin Moore left the law to start his own dermatologist-approved skin care line, Holly Hall Supply Co. On today's show we chat about his decision to leave, how he prepared for the transition, the surprising way his...
05.08.2018
HLP082: On The Secrets of Being a Nomadic Lawyer with Larissa Bodniowycz of Sort of Legal
Lawyers often wonder how they can get more autonomy, independence and flexible in their schedule. Although most lawyers acknowledge that they've had to work while on vacation, most haven't thought about building a practice around that lifestlye. On today's show...
05.01.2018
HLP081: On Leveraging LinkedIn without Annoying People with Rachel Tombs of Links2Leads
On today's show I chat with Rachel Tombs about everyone's favorite professional networking platform. Rachel is a LinkedIn Expert, as the owner of Links2Leads, that transitioned out of the law and into legal marketing. Rachel shares vital information for crafting the...
04.24.2018
HLP080: On Treating Your Day Job Like an Investor with Stacey Ferguson
On today’s show I chat with former attorney and founder of Justice Fergie Lifestyle Media, Stacey Ferguson! Featured in multiple media outlets including NPR, Southern Living and so much more, Stacey is an influencer coach, media personality, digital brand strategist,...
04.17.2018
HLP079: On the Steps to Becoming an Essential Associate with Jay Harrington
If you are anything like me, you entered life as a young associate with very little understand on how to excel in your new role. On today’s episode I have the pleasure of chatting with Jay Harrington author of The...
04.10.2018
HLP078: On Working with Social Media Influencers with Jessica Johnson and Jaia Thomas of The Presley Group
Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes for social media influencers? On today’s show I chat with the founders of The Presley Group, a media group focused on representing and elevating influencers of color. Jessica Johnson and Jaia Thomas...
04.03.2018
HLP077: On Creating Your Own Opportunities and the Power of Community with Keith Lee of Associate’s Mind
Whether you're at a firm, in-house or a solo practitioner, being a lawyer can involve long, lonely days? Do your friends and family struggle to relate to your #lawyerprobs? Keith Lee started Associate's Mind to help lawyers learn the things...
03.27.2018
HLP076: On Combining Your Passion and Your Practice with Jessica Childress of Juris Prudence LLC
This episode is sponsored by Commonbond Student Loan. If student loans have you down and you are considering refinancing, check out CommonBond. To help you achieve your 2018 financial goals head over to: commonbond.co/Happylawyer for a $200 cash bonus for...
03.20.2018
HLP075: On Creating Content and Becoming an Expert in a New Field with Natasha Nurse of Dressing Room 8
This episode is sponsored by Commonbond Student Loan. If student loans have you down and you are considering refinancing, check out CommonBond. To help you achieve your 2018 financial goals head over to: commonbond.co/Happylawyer for a $200 cash bonus for...

What's The Happy Lawyer Project | Inspiration, Advice & Lifestyle Strategies for Young Lawyers about?

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The Happy Lawyer Project | Inspiration, Advice & Lifestyle Strategies for Young Lawyers episodes:

HLP129: On Changing Your Money Mindset to Build a Seven Figure Legal Practice with Wendy Witt of Million Dollar Attorney®

HLP128: On Using Apex Habits to Change your Life and Career with Marco Brown

HLP125: On Focusing on Joy and Values to Create a Boutique Virtual Law Firm with Diana Maier

HLP123: On Moving Past Busy to Build a Life You Love with Shunta Grant of Because of Zoe Designs

HLP 122: On Exploring Identity and Alignment During Transitions in Life and Career with Ami Watkin of Integrated Hustle

HLP120: On Getting the Support You Need to Succeed as a First Generation Professional with Rukayatu Tijani

HLP119: On Overcoming Disappointment and Mastering a New Skill with Steve Schwartz of LSAT Blog

HLP118: On Daring to Pursue Your Creative Passion for Profit with Allison Ford

HLP117: On Creating Better Habits for your Health and Wellness with Angela Han

HLP116: On the Truth About Attracting Love into Your Life with Crystal Irom

HLP115: On Owning Your Expertise and Embracing the Joys of Motherhood with Titilayo Tinubu Ali

HLP114: On Leaving a Six Figure Salary to Take Your Passion on the Road with Veronica Peterson

HLP 113: On Giving Power to Your Dreams with Elena Deutsch

HLP 112: On Facing Your Fear to Create Content and Innovate in Your Legal Practice with Mike Whelan

HLP 111: On the Guide to Getting a Legal Job You Actually Like with Rachel Tessa Gezerseh

HLP110: On the Lawyer Money Book Club - You are a Badass at Making Money

HLP109: On the Ways to Stop Putting out Fires and Start Building a Better Legal Practice with Jeremy W. Richter

HLP108: On Trusting Your Path and Working with Family with Marni Blank

HLP107: On the Secret to Finding Happiness by Transitioning Out of the Law with Casey Berman

HLP106: On Creating Time for Joy by Mastering the Art of Delegating with Dina Eisenberg

HLP104: On the As to your Qs about Your Money Personality, Managing Money and Juggling Money Priorities

HLP103: On the As to Your Qs - Aligning Goals, Dreams and Plans with Your Spouse or Partner

HLP102: On Finding Your Own Crooked Path to Happiness with Shinah Chang of Crooked Calligraphy

HLP101 - On the Power of Finding the Funny in Life as a Lawyer with Negin Yazdani

HLP100: On Suiting Up and Taking on Tough Challenges with Sierra E of SuitKits

HLP099 : On Working with A Financial Professional to Pay off Student Loans and Secure Your Financial Future with CFP Terry Andersen of Tactical Wealth Partners

HLP098: On the As to Your Qs about Going In-House, Happiness Hacks and Lessons Learned

HLP097: On How to be (Sort Of) Happy in Law with Kathryne Young

HLP096: On the Secrets to Traveling for Cheap (or Free!) with Kevin of the Financial Panther

HLP095: On Why You Should Probably Just Quit with Goli Kalkhoran

HLP094: On the As to Your Qs - Figuring out Your Perfect Practice Area and Tips for Setting Up Your Financial Future

HLP093 - On Discovering Your Signature Style and Finding Yourself in Fashion with Estelle Winsett

HLP092 -On the Intersection of Wellness and Diversity and Inclusion with Jaya Saxena

HLP091: On Using a CEO Mindset to Build a Seven Figure Lifestyle Practice with Ally Lozano

HLP090 - On The Habits and Strategies They Didn’t Teach You in Law School with Drew Amoroso of Move Associates

HLP089: On Quitting Your Job to Travel the World (and how to practice law while doing it) with Anjali Nowakowski

HLP088 - On Finding Your People and Professional Fulfillment as a Non-Traditional Lawyer with Nneka Norville of More Than Esquire Network

HLP087: On Growing a Legal Tech Startup (without moving to NYC or SFO) with Jack West of BookIt Legal

HLP086: On the Art of Choosing Happy Thoughts with Happiness Coach, Rochelle Gapere

HLP085: On Innovating to Better Serve Yourself and Your Clients with Melissa Hall of Smol Law

HLP084: On the Importance of Believing in Your Own Success with Dafan Zhang, co-founder of Vohte

HLP083: On Walking Away From BigLaw to Launch a Skin Care Line with Justin Moore of Holly Hall Supply Co.

HLP082: On The Secrets of Being a Nomadic Lawyer with Larissa Bodniowycz of Sort of Legal

HLP081: On Leveraging LinkedIn without Annoying People with Rachel Tombs of Links2Leads

HLP080: On Treating Your Day Job Like an Investor with Stacey Ferguson

HLP079: On the Steps to Becoming an Essential Associate with Jay Harrington

HLP078: On Working with Social Media Influencers with Jessica Johnson and Jaia Thomas of The Presley Group

HLP077: On Creating Your Own Opportunities and the Power of Community with Keith Lee of Associate’s Mind

HLP076: On Combining Your Passion and Your Practice with Jessica Childress of Juris Prudence LLC

HLP075: On Creating Content and Becoming an Expert in a New Field with Natasha Nurse of Dressing Room 8