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Episode 26: Building a Family Law Practice - Insights from Max T. Stephenson
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Are you a family law attorney or want to learn more about family law as a practice area? In this episode of the Bottom Up Podcast, produced by the State Bar of Wisconsin, attorney Max T. Stephenson describes his experiences as a family law attorney with Gimbel Reilly Guerin & Brown LLP for more than a decade.
Starting as a new lawyer with no family law experience, Stephenson discusses his 12-year career path and provides insights on building and growing a successful family law practice.
Host Kristen Hardy and guest host Joe Forward engage with Stephenson on the emotional complexities of family law, the importance of maintaining professionalism, and the skills necessary for young lawyers to succeed in this challenging field.
Max shares insights from his career, including the impact of the pandemic on legal practice, the significance of mentorship, and the evolving landscape of prenuptial agreements. The conversation also touches on the threats he has faced, but also the heartwarming aspects of family law, such as adoption proceedings. Overall, the episode provides valuable advice for young lawyers and law students navigating their careers in family law.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Family Law and the Podcast 01:12 Max T. Stevenson: Background and Career Path 04:11 Navigating the Emotional Landscape of Family Law 07:12 Learning to Manage Stress in Family Law Practice 10:19 Handling Non-Legal Issues in Family Law 11:35 Dealing with Threats and Safety in Family Law 14:08 Essential Skills for Young Family Lawyers 16:41 Civility and Networking in Family Law 17:20 Advice for Law Students and Young Lawyers 19:54 The Anatomy of a Divorce Case 22:37 Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements 26:27 Pro Se Litigants in Family Law 29:18 Heartwarming Adoption Cases 32:18 The Stress of Adoption Proceedings 35:24 Finding Light After Divorce 37:06 Balancing Personal Life and Legal Practice 38:21 Staying at the Same Firm: Loyalty and Growth 40:56 Mentorship and Supporting New Lawyers 43:20 The Impact of the Pandemic on New Lawyers 46:00 The Future of Legal Practice and AI28 episodes
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