Recent Episodes

Episode: 217

Voir Dire

January 27, 2021

Colored pens. Codes. Grids, web searches and teamwork. If this isn’t part of your voir dire process, it should be. Voir dire is a nerve-wracking, frenetic and critically important element of every case. Take a few tips on voir dire prep and process from the Heels in the Courtroom trial attorneys. You’ll face your next jury pool with confidence, a note taker, and a few more pens.

Episode: 216

Bad Blood

January 20, 2021

So. Someone just lied to you, called you an unprintable name or acted like a complete and total jerk. You’re crushed, you’re appalled, and you’re probably pissed. How do you respond? Liz, Mary and Elizabeth share their own bad blood stories and offer satisfying advice on keeping a list, covering your back and taking the high road until karma comes around.

Episode: 215

Case Evaluation

January 13, 2021

The most important decision you make about a case is whether or not to take it. What factors should go into your consideration? Liz, Mary and Elizabeth share tips on client analysis, records reviews and damages potential so you can evaluate your next potential case more effectively. Then, learn how to better explain the nuances of your decision to your client.

Episode: 214

Time for a Career Change?

January 6, 2021

Are you unhappy at your job? Before you jump at the first offer that comes your way, have you honestly asked yourself what you want to change, and how badly you want to change it?  Liz and Elizabeth reveal the true motivation behind their career decisions and bring up some key considerations you should keep in mind if your first thought in the morning is “Ugh.”

Episode: 213

Remote Court Etiquette

December 30, 2020

Business on top and party on the bottom works for a remote hearing with the judge, until you stand up. Does the judge care if you dial in from your car? And seriously, what IS that over your shoulder on the webcam? Liz and Mary share insights into the new world of virtual hearings, including some classic mic and camera mute-button fails.

Episode: 212

“Dear Younger Self…”

December 23, 2020

No matter what your age, it’s always wise to listen to great advice. This conversation takes a turn into deep waters as Liz, Mary and Elizabeth share life lessons learned from experience that empower all of us to become who we really want to be. Tune in and take the opportunity to think about what you would tell your younger self, and live it now.

Episode: 211

The Power of Sanctions

December 16, 2020

Respected attorneys play by the rules. But when opposing counsel won’t produce evidence or plays dirty….sanctions are the last resort to uphold the sanctity of the law.  Liz, Mary and Elizabeth share true-life sanction stories and discuss how to protect your reputation if “them fightin’ words” are ever thrown down on you.

Episode: 210

Conquer COVID Fatigue

December 9, 2020

You worked hard all day, but only one item is checked off your to-do list. That doesn’t mean you’re a bad time manager. Perhaps you’ve After months of working from home, virtual depos, limited human interaction and court dates booking two years from now, COVID-19 is taking a toll on our positivity. Liz and Elizabeth share their personal struggles with COVID fatigue and offer some sanity-saving tips for days when the thought of one more zoom call makes your head explode. Tune in and join the conversation…you know you need it right now!

Episode: 209

Time Management

December 2, 2020

You worked hard all day, but only one item is checked off your to-do list. That doesn’t mean you’re a bad time manager. Perhaps you’ve learned to respond properly to changing priorities. This podcast goes beyond basics and gives you permission to manage your time in your own way. Invest less than an hour in this podcast and reap timely rewards in productivity and personal satisfaction.

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