Iron Advocate

Episode 3 - Danielle Daughtry

Fri, 03 Apr 2020 15:00:00 GMT

The 2016 Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia was one of the most controversial of all-time. Bernie Sanders and Hillary Clinton battled through the spring and summer with Sanders refusing to endorse Clinton until 2 weeks before the convention. Mere days before the convention would open, Wikileaks published emails showing that debate questions were provided to the Clinton campaign by individuals associated with the Democratic National Committee. DNC Chairperson Debbie Wasserman resigned her post. A strike by airport workers threatened travel into Philadelphia. Danielle Daughtry was Chief Counsel to the Convention. You will hear about the personal practices and habits developed over her career that enabled Danielle to manage the stress associated with her job. Danielle candidly shares how she confronts the self-doubt so often felt by lawyers. Danielle recounts her journey from growing up in NYC to Spelman College, Georgetown Law Center, BigLaw, in-house at MetLife and beyond. Danielle eloquently, thoughtfully and honestly dissects the unique challenges facing an African American woman in the law and what the profession needs to do differently and better to become representative of our society. Enjoy this episode of Iron Advocate as we continue to explore how lawyers can kill it in the law without it killin us.

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Episode 1 - Richard Harris

Wed, 01 Apr 2020 15:00:00 GMT

In April 2018, Starbucks found itself on the verge of catastrophic damage to its brand when a video went viral showing two African American men arrested for merely sitting inside of a Philadelphia Starbucks. Richard Harris was selected by Starbucks to counsel them. Rich shares the insight, wisdom and habits that Executive Chairman Howard Schultz and CEO Kevin Johnson relied upon to turn a shameful racial incident into an opportunity for growth and change. You will hear about the vision and methodical approach Rich employed which fueled the arc of his career. Rich will take us through his journey which had stops along the way as a college football standout, big city public defender, small firm criminal defense litigator and currently finds him at the top of his game as Chair of the trial practice group at Littler Mendleson.

Enjoy this episode of Iron Advocate as we continue to explore how lawyers can kill it in the law without it killin us. You can find Rich on the Net at Littler.com, email him at rharris@littler.com or call him at 267-402-3040

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Episode 2 - Will Meyerhofer

Wed, 01 Apr 2020 15:00:00 GMT

From Harvard University and NYU Law School to the powerhouse law firm Sullivan and Cromwell, Will Meyerhofer appeared to be on a path toward huge success in the legal world. The only problem...Will was miserable practicing law. Shortly after 9/11, Will walked away from Sullivan and Cromwell. Will now counsels lawyers worldwide as a renowned therapist and best selling author on wellness in the legal profession. In this episode, Will shares his insights on how to find happiness and fulfillment as a lawyer, the things that hold us back and the power of self-reflection and psychotherapy.

Enjoy this episode of Iron Advocate as we continue to explore how lawyers can kill it in the law without it killin us. You can find Will on the Net at aquietroom.com, email him at wmeyerhofer@aquietroom.com or call him at 212-786-9203

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