

Sidebar Advisors
SideBar Advisors
A podcast exploring the careers, choices and strategies shaping today’s legal landscape.Hosted by Niraj Chhabra, each episode explores the intersection of law, career growth, and financial decision-making. Through conversations on leadership, professional development and business building, we unpack the moments that define success.For those thinking about what’s next or looking to grow and feel more fulfilled in their current role, these conversations offer a thoughtful look at building a meaningful and successful career in and around the legal world.
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Apr 3, 2024 • 35min
Aron Solomon: The Evolution of Legal Marketing
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we unravel the intricacies of legal marketing. Listen to our guest, Aron Solomon of Amplify for Lawyers, as he discusses the evolving realm of branding in the legal sphere, the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence, and the indispensable strategies law firms must adopt to stand out in today's competitive landscape.

Mar 27, 2024 • 47min
Francis Giantomasi: Rising from Newark with Legal Entrepreneurship
Send us Fan MailJoin us for a captivating podcast episode as we sit down with Francis Giantomasi, a Newark-native attorney who turned his humble beginnings into one of the state's largest law firms. Hear about the challenges, successes, and the unique experience of working with his children. Discover the journey from practicing attorney to firm management in this insightful conversation on resilience and legal entrepreneurship.

Mar 20, 2024 • 39min
Kelsi White: A Mother's Narrative Through Maternity Leave & Achieving Partnership
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we chat with Kelsi White, a partner at Ahmad Zavitsanos & Mensig. Kelsi shares practical insights on how she helped the firm retain cases they were previously letting go. She also discusses managing her career and attaining a partnership while on maternity leave, highlighting the support she received from her spouse and the firm. Join us for a candid conversation with Kelsi about navigating the legal profession and achieving a work-life balance.

Mar 14, 2024 • 43min
Jared Correia: Revolutionizing Legal Management
Send us Fan MailToday's episode features Jared Correia, the founder of Red Cave Law Firm Consulting, offering subscription-based management and technology services to attorneys and legal institutions. Jared discusses the challenges solo practitioners, small firm managers, and owners face in running a legal practice. Additionally, he hosts Legal Toolkit, the #3 ranked podcast on the Legal Talk Network.

Feb 13, 2024 • 42min
Jeff Walsworth: Mansfield Pledge Dedication
Send us Fan MailToday’s guest is Jeff Walsworth. He began his career in construction to support himself through law school. Thirty-five years ago, he established a practice and expanded it to include 65 attorneys today before relinquishing management responsibilities and handing over the firm to his employees. He has successfully closed transactions worth over $10 billion throughout his tenure, including a high-profile case involving DHL. He accomplished all of this while attaining certification as a Women’s Business Enterprise through the National Association of Minority & Women Owned Law Firms, and he officially achieved Diversity Lab’s Midsize Mansfield Certification Plus status.

Jan 31, 2024 • 40min
Jeremy Poock: Navigating Law Firm Growth and Succession
Send us Fan MailJeremy Poock is the founder of Senior Attorney Match, an organization that helps law firms grow and position themselves for sale. Jeremy discusses law firm valuations, what to consider when buying or selling a law firm, and how to make the transition smooth as possible.

Jan 4, 2024 • 43min
Paula Davis: Navigating High-Stress Industries
Send us Fan MailPaula Davis is the founder of Stress & Resilience Institute, an organization that specializes in helping professionals in high-stress industries. In addition to coaching over 40,000 soldiers and their families, Paula has also spoken for businesses such as Walgreens & Coca-Cola and schools such as Harvard Law and Whorton’s. We discuss how stress and burnout are typically treated at the individual level when the root causes oftentimes originate higher up the chain.

Nov 15, 2023 • 34min
Legal Well-Being: Insights from Bree Buchanan
Send us Fan MailJoin us for today's episode as we talk to Bree Buchanan of Krill Strategies. She shares her struggles with substance abuse, discusses the pervasiveness of mental health issues in the legal profession, and offers insights into potential solutions. Bree served as the co-chair of the National Task Force on Lawyer Well-Being and co-authored the report titled "The Path to Well-being: Practical Recommendations for Positive Change."

Nov 8, 2023 • 41min
Legal Marketing Insights: Chris Dreyer's SEO Journey
Chris Dreyer, Founder and CEO of Rankings, shares his SEO journey in helping attorneys land major cases. From stumbling upon affiliate marketing after college to setting expectations with clients, he discusses business strategies, organizational structure, work-life balance, and personal reflections on marriage and parenting.

Oct 24, 2023 • 36min
Unlocking Expertise: Justine Phillips on Cybersecurity
Send us Fan MailIn today's episode, we talk to Justine Phillips, a partner at Baker and McKenzie in the Intellectual Property and Technology Practice. We discuss her remarkable career and contributions to the world of data privacy. Justine also shares her experience as a mom working her way towards partnership and how she helped co-found a networking group for working lawyer moms.


