You Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in Law

SeNita McRae intentionally attended Historically Black Colleges and Universities for all three of her degrees.

After her family tried to convince her to attend law school, SeNita McRae decided to earn a Master's Degree in Public Administration instead. This degree inspired SeNita to advocate for women's rights which, again, made SeNita look toward law schools.

After finishing law school and taking the bar exam while pregnant, SeNita found a unique way to combine her broadcast journalism, public administration, and law degrees.

Currently, SeNita McRae uses her experience to modernize and streamline corporations as a Legal Operations Manager.

Listen to learn:

• How eDiscovery and data privacy are changing the legal profession
• The importance of attending HBCU graduate and law schools
• How to find your 3Ps in work: process pain points

We also discuss:

• The importance of having Black professors and teachers
• Best career choices if you have a JD and broadcast journalism background
• Why an MPA is a good foundation for a lawyer

SeNita McRae is not licensed to practice law.

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You Are A Lawyer is hosted by Kyla Denanyoh. Follow the podcast:

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Megan Smiley became a life coach because she wanted to inspire others to find their special talents and strengths. After realizing that she was uncomfortable in traditional legal jobs, Megan Smiley became the Director of International [non-JD] Programming. Between her love for travel and the need to travel to create business relationships, Megan Smiley visited more than 58 countries.

Now, Megan Smiley interviews former lawyers on The Lawyer's Escape Podcast and works as a life coach. Her coaching work inspires people to find life and career happiness as well as find spaces that value their talents.

Listen to learn:

• How to travel to more than 50 countries
• The importance of focusing on your special talents and strengths
• How law school can guide you into specific traditional careers

We also discuss:

• How to start an interview-based podcast
• Best career choices if you have a JD and enjoy coaching others
• Why you should create your own definition of success

Megan Smiley is licensed to practice law in Massachusetts.

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You Are A Lawyer is hosted by Kyla Denanyoh. Follow the podcast:

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/YouAreA_Lawyer

Website: https://www.youarealawyer.com

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Jera Oliver became a Director of Development because she could see inequitable situations everywhere. After realizing that money is a tool, Jera Oliver learned to use fundraising and philanthropic giving to direct resources to the things that matter the most to her.

Now, Jera Oliver advocates for equity in higher education institutions, working within and for the Office of Diversity and Inclusion at THE Ohio State University. Jera Oliver promotes diversity and maintains that money can change lives: whether its' large groups of people with small amounts of money, or small groups of people with large amounts of money.

Listen to learn:

• How to use money as a tool
• The importance of Black and brown people in fundraising and philanthropy spaces
• How others can promote equity with philanthropic giving

We also discuss:

• How Black people can donate to causes that inspire change outside of the church
• Best career choices if you have a JD and enjoy sales and marketing
• The challenges of first-gen college students

Jera Oliver is not licensed to practice law.

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You Are A Lawyer is hosted by Kyla Denanyoh. Follow the podcast:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youarealawyer/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/YouAreA_Lawyer

Website: https://www.youarealawyer.com

Support your favorite lawyer's favorite podcaster and grab some You Are A Lawyer merchandise at shopyouarealawyer.com.

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From First Gen Lawyer and Higher Ed Fundraiser feat. Jera Oliver -

https://www.youarealawyer.com/posts/jera-oliver-philanthropy-director-and-lawyer

Why I Design Clothes and Practice Law feat. Robert Uy -

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Grab a book mentioned in the podcast: https://amzn.to/3FpCo2K

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Francesca Chang had no idea that learning Mandarin would change her life. The language inspired her father to revisit his motherland and Francesca Chang became obsessed with traveling, writing, and sharing her adventures in Taipei, Taiwan. Now, Francesca Chang hosts the bilingual YouTube channel, Attorney On A Journey, and coaches people how to monetize their passions.

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Listen to learn:

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• How to leave the law and discover what makes you happy
• The challenges of working for a solo practitioner
• How a life coach can motivate you to change your life

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We also discuss:

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• How to change your life if you're a bored lawyer (or bored in any career)
• Best career choices if you have a JD and love to write
• Why you don't have to practice law with a JD (hint: you can do ANYTHING with a law degree)

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Francesca Chang has an inactive license to practice law in California, United States. Learn more about Francesca Chang:

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/attorney_on_a_journey/?hl=en

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx4wUICIFGy-u0c7_iHowiw/about

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You Are A Lawyer is hosted by Kyla Denanyoh. Follow the podcast:

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youarealawyer/

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/YouAreA_Lawyer

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Website: https://www.youarealawyer.com

Support your favorite lawyer's favorite podcaster and grab some You Are A Lawyer merchandise at shopyouarealawyer.com.

OTHER EPISODES YOU MAY ENJOY

How Sales Funnels are Changing the Legal Industry feat. Sam Mollaei -

https://www.youarealawyer.com/posts/sam-mollaei-legal-funnel-founder-and-lawyer

From First Gen Lawyer and Higher Ed Fundraiser feat. Jera Oliver -

https://www.youarealawyer.com/posts/jera-oliver-philanthropy-director-and-lawyer

Why I Design Clothes and Practice Law feat. Robert Uy -

https://www.youarealawyer.com/posts/robert-uy-pandamic-clothing-designer-and-lawyer

Grab a book mentioned in the podcast: https://amzn.to/3FpCo2K

As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

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Rho Thomas became a money coach after she paid off multiple six figures of school debt. After realizing the power of paying more than minimum payments for bills, Rho Thomas created a blog to track her processes. Once friends and coworkers began to seek out Rho to help them find financial freedom, Rho realized that she would enjoy being a financial coach. Rho Thomas stopped practicing IP law to focus on the Wealthyesqe Podcast and helping lawyers improve their money mindsets.

Listen to learn:

• Why lawyers need personal finance skills
• The importance of following a money plan and paying off debts
• How financial freedom allows lawyers to daydream

We also discuss:

• How to network on social media
• Best career choices if you have a JD and enjoy personal finance
• The risks of being an entrepreneur

Rho Thomas is licensed to practice law in Georgia. Learn more about Rho Thomas:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamrhothomas

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamrhothomas

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You Are A Lawyer is hosted by Kyla Denanyoh. Follow the podcast:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youarealawyer/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/YouAreA_Lawyer

Website: https://www.youarealawyer.com

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Sam Mollaei decided to attend law school because everyone around him was interested in law school. After realizing that traditional law firms did not fit him well, Sam Mollaei began studying YouTube, business books, and mentorship to create a business for himself. After discovering how multi-billion dollar companies earn money from sales funnels, Sam Mollaei decided to use the sales funnel process in law firms. Now, Sam Mollaei owns seven law firms and teaches others to create their own businesses through Legal Funnel.

WATCH THIS INTERVIEW between Sam Mollaei and Kyla Denanyoh now on YouTube. Sam Mollaei is the founder of Legal Funnel and Kyla Denanyoh is the host of the You Are A Lawyer podcast.

Listen to learn:

• How to use a sales funnel in your law firm
• The importance of becoming a specialist and ignoring distractions
• Why mentorship is important as an entrepreneur

We also discuss:

• The book "The 4-Hour Workweek" by Timothy Ferriss
• Best career choices if you have a JD and an interest in marketing
• How to focus on activities that serve your long-term goals

Sam Mollaei is licensed to practice law in California. Learn more about Sam Mollaei:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/legalfunnel/?hl=en

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LegalFunnel/featured

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MollaeiLaw/

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You Are A Lawyer is hosted by Kyla Denanyoh. Follow the podcast:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youarealawyer/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/YouAreA_Lawyer

Website: https://www.youarealawyer.com

YouTube: https://youtu.be/BfVWQehA4hk

Support your favorite lawyer's favorite podcaster and grab some You Are A Lawyer merchandise at shopyouarealawyer.com.

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Michelle Thompson worked for not-for-profit organizations until the stress of her demanding career and poor coping mechanisms challenged her health. With the urging of her spouse, Michelle earned her Ph.D. and became an adjunct professor. Now, Michelle Thompson is the founder and career strategist for Resistant Vision, where Michelle teaches women to calm their nervous system, clarify what they want from life, and commit to taking steps to complete their vision. Every day, Michelle Thompson continues to work as the woman she needed when she was earning her Ph.D. and J.D.

Listen to learn:

• The benefits of EFT tapping for professional clarity
• The similarities between becoming a tenured professor and a law firm partner
• How to commit to taking the steps to carry out your vision

We also discuss:

• How to recognize physical symptoms as signs of mental health issues
• Best career choices if you have a JD and want to be a college professor
• The book "We Should All Be Millionaires" by Rachel Rodgers

Michelle Thompson is licensed to practice law in Washington D.C. Learn more about Michelle Thompson:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/resistant_vision

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ResistantVision

Twitter: https://twitter.com/mdionnethompson

On Tuesday, August 16, 2022, Michelle Thompson is hosting an event called, The One Tool to Lose The Stress. Use this link to register for the event: https://resistantvision.com/one-tool-to-lose-the-stress/

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You Are A Lawyer is hosted by Kyla Denanyoh. Follow the podcast:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youarealawyer/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/YouAreA_Lawyer

Website: https://www.youarealawyer.com

Support your favorite lawyer's favorite podcaster and grab some You Are A Lawyer merchandise at shopyouarealawyer.com.

When a tweet about withdrawing from the bar exam went viral, Kate Dwyer embraced the attention and interacted with hundreds of people about how to trust yourself and your journey. After working as a paralegal in a plaintiff's attorney and immigration office, Kate decided to attend law school and develop more practical legal skills. So when Kate Dwyer failed the bar exam, then withdrew from the next exam, Kate had to change her career plans. At the time of the recording, Kate Dwyer was a fellow with the Center for Public Interest Advocacy and Collaboration, where she was a project manager and grant writer. Currently, Kate Dwyer is working as a program coordinator for refugee family reunification.

Listen to learn:

• How to trust yourself
• The importance of jobs where your JD is an advantage
• Why a paralegal would attend law school

We also discuss:

• How to the bar exam affects your mental health
• Best career choices if you have a JD and an interest in immigration/immigrant civil rights
• Why you should forgive yourself for failing the bar exam

Kate Dwyer is not licensed to practice law. Learn more about Kate Dwyer:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/kateelldee

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You Are A Lawyer is hosted by Kyla Denanyoh. Follow the podcast:

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/YouAreA_Lawyer

Website: https://www.youarealawyer.com

Support your favorite lawyer's favorite podcaster and grab some You Are A Lawyer merchandise at shopyouarealawyer.com.

Morgyn Jones moved to Cincinnati to spend time in the big city. However, Morgyn Jones didn't know that her first legal career would connect her with a mentor and the inspiration needed to obtain an LLM in data privacy and intellectual property. After working in patent prosecution administration, now Morgyn Jones is a corporate paralegal for a biotech company, a role that was created for her unique skills and abilities as a law school graduate.

Listen to learn:

• How to get over imposter syndrome
• The importance of using your law degree to improve your career
• How others can study law without earning a JD

We also discuss:

• How to find career mentors
• Best career choices if you have a JD and an interest in technology
• Why an LLM may be a better choice for you

Morgyn Jones is not licensed to practice law. Learn more about Morgyn Jones:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/morgyn-a-jones-mls-543b06179/

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You Are A Lawyer is hosted by Kyla Denanyoh. Follow the podcast:

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/YouAreA_Lawyer

Website: https://www.youarealawyer.com

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Jon Tobin is the founder and partner of Counsel for Creators, a law firm that protects the designs, creations, and intellectual property of creators. Jon left college to participate in the Dot Com boom, Jon Tobin used his design and software background to work in the tech industry. After gaining a thorough understanding of IPOs, business formation, and observing entrepreneurs, Jon Tobin decided to finish college and attend law school. Now, Jon Tobin focuses on business activities, like hiring and growing Counsel for Creators.

Listen to learn:

• How a college dropout created a niche law firm
• The importance of using social media to show your authenticity
• How law school is a great foundation for entrepreneurship

We also discuss:

• How to feel confident about opening a law firm
• Best career choices if you have a JD and software background
• Why lawyers counsel their clients

Jon Tobin is licensed to practice law in California. Learn more about Jon Tobin:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/counselforcreators/

Website: https://counselforcreators.com/

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You Are A Lawyer is hosted by Kyla Denanyoh. Follow the podcast:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youarealawyer/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/YouAreA_Lawyer

Website: https://www.youarealawyer.com

Support your favorite lawyer's favorite podcaster and grab some You Are A Lawyer merchandise at shopyouarealawyer.com.

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