Young Lawyer Rising

How can the legal profession be more supportive of law students and lawyers with disabilities? In a profession already marked by the hypercompetitive pursuit of performance and achievement, young lawyers often face pressure to downplay their disabilities. In addition, access to accommodations for law students and lawyers with disabilities can be difficult, adding a lot of stress to an already stressful process. 
In this special episode, host Sonia Russo sits down with three different lawyers to hear their stories, struggles and triumphs of dealing with disability in law school and the legal profession. Hear how these three inspiring young lawyers overcame the unique challenges of law school, navigated the LSAT and bar exam, their process of finding a job after law school, and their continued work and perseverance in the legal industry today. 

How the Legal Industry Often Lets Down Lawyers With Disabilities

What is the definition of 'Disability'?

How to Support Law Students and Lawyers with Disabilities

Improving Disability Diversity and Inclusion in the Legal Profession

 
Guests on this Episode:
Elizabeth Hardcastle – Partner with Sidley Austin, LLP
John Broadbent – Corporate Attorney and Disability Advocate with Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck, LLP
Spencer Hill – Environmental and White Collar Litigation Lawyer at MANKO | GOLD | KATCHER | FOX LLP

Episode Resources:
The Time is Now | A Conversation on Disabilities and Change
John Broadbent at TEDxDuke

Show Notes

How can the legal profession be more supportive of law students and lawyers with disabilities? In a profession already marked by the hypercompetitive pursuit of performance and achievement, young lawyers often face pressure to downplay their disabilities. In addition, access to accommodations for law students and lawyers with disabilities can be difficult, adding a lot of stress to an already stressful process. 
In this special episode, host Sonia Russo sits down with three different lawyers to hear their stories, struggles and triumphs of dealing with disability in law school and the legal profession. Hear how these three inspiring young lawyers overcame the unique challenges of law school, navigated the LSAT and bar exam, their process of finding a job after law school, and their continued work and perseverance in the legal industry today. 
  • How the Legal Industry Often Lets Down Lawyers With Disabilities
  • What is the definition of 'Disability'?
  • How to Support Law Students and Lawyers with Disabilities
  • Improving Disability Diversity and Inclusion in the Legal Profession
 
Guests on this Episode:
Elizabeth Hardcastle – Partner with Sidley Austin, LLP
John Broadbent – Corporate Attorney and Disability Advocate with Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck, LLP
Spencer Hill – Environmental and White Collar Litigation Lawyer at MANKO | GOLD | KATCHER | FOX LLP

Episode Resources:
The Time is Now | A Conversation on Disabilities and Change
John Broadbent at TEDxDuke

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.