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For young lawyers looking to start and build their career, there are several key factors to consider. From finding an area of law that interests you, to seeking out opportunities to gain experience, build your network, and grow professionally, the start of your legal career can be challenging.
In this episode of Young Lawyer Rising, special guest Tracy Lesetar-Smith joins the show to discuss ways young lawyers can build momentum in their careers, hone their legal skills, take risks, and explore new opportunities as they navigate their career path. Tracey explains how with dedication, hard work, and a bit of luck, young lawyers can build fulfilling and rewarding careers in the legal profession.
Tracey Lesetar-Smith is a longtime senior sports, entertainment, and government affairs executive with over 20 years of experience. She is the former General Counsel and Senior Vice President of NASCAR, as well as the former General Counsel and Vice President of Business and Legal Affairs for Bellator MMA.
By Tracey Lesetar-Smith
How to Think Like a Lawyer
How I Became a Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Attorney
6 Rules for Those Making the Jump to In-House Counsel
Additional Resources
Incorporating Interpersonal Skills in Everyday Law Practice
The Client in the Next Office
The Importance of Asking "Why?"
Get Into the Big Client Meetings and Important Hearings
Some Advice for the New or Soon-to-Be New Lawyer
Top Tips for Young Lawyers: How to Survive and Thrive in Your Legal Career
ABA Young Lawyers Division
ABA Career Center
Show Notes
For young lawyers looking to start and build their career, there are several key factors to consider. From finding an area of law that interests you, to seeking out opportunities to gain experience, build your network, and grow professionally, the start of your legal career can be challenging.
In this episode of Young Lawyer Rising, special guest Tracy Lesetar-Smith joins the show to discuss ways young lawyers can build momentum in their careers, hone their legal skills, take risks, and explore new opportunities as they navigate their career path. Tracey explains how with dedication, hard work, and a bit of luck, young lawyers can build fulfilling and rewarding careers in the legal profession.
Tracey Lesetar-Smith is a longtime senior sports, entertainment, and government affairs executive with over 20 years of experience. She is the former General Counsel and Senior Vice President of NASCAR, as well as the former General Counsel and Vice President of Business and Legal Affairs for Bellator MMA.
By Tracey Lesetar-Smith
- How to Think Like a Lawyer
- How I Became a Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Attorney
- 6 Rules for Those Making the Jump to In-House Counsel
Additional Resources
- Incorporating Interpersonal Skills in Everyday Law Practice
- The Client in the Next Office
- The Importance of Asking "Why?"
- Get Into the Big Client Meetings and Important Hearings
- Some Advice for the New or Soon-to-Be New Lawyer
- Top Tips for Young Lawyers: How to Survive and Thrive in Your Legal Career
- ABA Young Lawyers Division
- ABA Career Center
Creators and Guests
What is Young Lawyer Rising?
Hosted by Montana Funk, Young Lawyer Rising covers issues pertinent to young lawyers, from newly minted attorneys to lawyers 10 years into practice and beyond. From dealing with the daily grind and career management to social issues and financial, mental, and physical wellness, this show features the voices of young lawyers from across the country sharing their stories and advice to help all lawyers navigate their careers and rise to where they want to be.