Want to land the right legal job and love the culture you're in? This episode is for you.

Episode 232 of The Lawyer Stories Podcast features Erin Andersen, Founder of YourBrandNetworker, Career Transition Coach, and Flat-Rate Hiring Manager. Based in NYC and working nationwide, Erin shares how she pivoted from corporate banking into the legal space—building a powerful network and community of lawyers along the way.

Erin reminds us: “Culture matters—pay attention to the environment you’re building or stepping into.”

Tune in to hear how she’s helping legal professionals align their careers with purpose and connection.

The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 231 welcomes back Mengyue Wang, Owner and Online Coach at MW Fitness.Mengyue first joined us nearly two years ago, and this time, she shares her inspiring journey transitioning to life in Hawaii. Once an Ivy League executive, Mengyue has evolved into a Fitness and Nutrition Coach for high-performing, career-driven professionals around the world. In this episode, Mengyue emphasizes that you don't have to sacrifice your health to build a successful career. She’s passionate about creating transformational experiences by identifying the GAP in each of her clients’ lives and delivering real, tailored solutions.

The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 230 welcomes Howard Ankin, Owner of Ankin Law and a prominent personal injury attorney in the Chicagoland area. A third-generation lawyer, Howard reflects on growing up in a family deeply rooted in the legal profession, often spending school breaks accompanying his father to court. Many of his clients today are children and grandchildren of those his father and grandfather once represented. Howard shares how he found his own path within the legal world, building a practice centered on personal injury, product liability, and mass torts. With a deep passion for justice and an unwavering commitment to his community, Howard has dedicated his career to continuing the Ankin family tradition—providing trusted, compassionate, and superior legal support to those in need. This is a powerful story of legacy, purpose, and a lifelong devotion to the law.