In this episode, host Kathryn Rubino chats with Farid Yaghoubtil, founding partner of DTLA Law Group. Discover Farid's journey from fleeing Iran to empowering the underrepresented through law. His passion for justice, client-focused approach, and the challenges of balancing ideals with firm management make it a must-listen for aspiring lawyers and entrepreneurs. Tune in to catch Farid's inspiring stories and insightful advice on staying true to your mission.

Episode Highlights

• Decision to pursue law due to childhood injustice.

• Balancing ideals and legal system realities.

• Motivation behind starting a law firm.

• Challenges of running a legal business.

• Importance of organization and hiring in business success.

• Leading with empathy in law practice.

• Avoiding burnout through gratitude and meaningful connections.

• Inspiring story: Helping a child in a lead exposure case.

• The value of listening to clients.

• A personal approach over transactional lawyering.

• Building client relationships for sustained growth.

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• https://www.lexisnexis.com/lexisplus

Links and Resources

• https://downtownlalaw.com/attorney-profiles/farid-yaghoubtil/

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In this episode, Kathryn Rubino chats with Victoria Inoyo, director of advising at Juris Education. Dive into the world of law school applications with insights on choosing the right path, weighing the cost, and finding a career that fits you. Victoria shares personal experiences, highlighting how exposure to diverse perspectives can enhance your law school journey. A must-listen for prospective law students!

Episode Highlights

• Curiosity's Role in Choosing Law.

• Importance of Talking to Lawyers Pre-Law School.

• Rising Law School Costs and Job Decisions.

• Law School Rankings vs. Personal Goals.

• Location's Impact on Law Career.

• Dispelling Misconceptions: GPA & Test Scores.

• Beyond Law: Alternative Careers with a JD.

• Importance of Exposure to Diverse Perspectives.

• Encouraging Exploration of Law Paths.

Episode Sponsored By

• https://www.lexisnexis.com/lexisplus

Links and Resources

• https://www.juriseducation.com/team/victoria-inoyo

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-inoyo/

• https://victoriainoyo.com/

• victoria.inoyo.juris@gmail.com

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Join host Kathryn Rubino on The Jabot podcast with Yale Law's Judith Resnik. Discover how historical detention practices challenge democracy today. Explore her new book, "Impermissible Punishments," for insights on humane reforms. A thought-provoking must-listen!

Episode Highlights

• Discussion of upcoming book, "Impermissible Punishments"

• Journey to Academia: From Law School to Professor

• Prison as a Social Service: Complexities and Paradoxes

• Judicial Debate on the Permissibility of Whipping in Prisons

• Historical Roots: The League of Nations and Prison Standards

• Evolution of Prisoners' Rights and Dignity

• Importance of Recognizing Incarcerated as Rights Bearers

• Global Perspective: Common Problems in Prisons Worldwide

• The Cost of Maintaining the Current Prison System

• Inhumane Practices and the Need for Solid Lines on Punishments

• Changing Nature: Prison is a Construct, Not a Standard

• Solitary Confinement: A Physical and Emotional Burden

Episode Sponsored By

• https://www.lexisnexis.com/lexisplus

Links and Resources

• https://press.uchicago.edu/ucp/books/book/chicago/I/bo243487113.html

• https://impermissiblepunishments.law.yale.edu/

• judith.resnik@yale.edu

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