Alexander "Sandy" Thomas began his career as a Federal District Court clerk and as an Assistant U.S. Attorney in Virginia. He then entered the private sector and practiced with his father. When his father's firm merged into Reed Smith, Sandy's career took off. He became the Global Managing Partner where he oversaw the growth of the firm to 31 offices across 10 countries. But, Sandy's story isn't just about reaching the top, it's about what comes after.

In this episode, Sandy offers a candid perspective on the difference between leadership and management, knowing when to step aside, and how he next followed his passion.

Cathy Green led the way for women criminal defense litigators in New Hampshire, by being among the first. As she says, because she was an anomaly, it was easier to stand out, get media attention, and receive referral clients. But, she was also a great lawyer who got results. And she had an unusual way of approaching her criminal cases– she liked to have fun. In fact, Green decided early on that if she was going to practice law, it was going to be enjoyable, even when faced with clients accused of heinous crimes. This outlook served her well and her vast career spans over fifty years. In this episode meet the woman judges used to call brother, who leaves a legacy that paved the way for women and who brought transformative changes to the legal landscape in New Hampshire.