The Grace Period: Shining A Light on Lawyer Wellbeing
A podcast for lawyers that explores the realities of big law, provides tips for better practice management, and shines a light on lawyer wellbeing.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 9 minutes
- Episodes
- 49
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Season 5 -- Preview -- The Human Side of Big Law
Season 5 of The Grace Period will explore the moments that shape attorneys' professional and personal lives, diving deep into practical strategies for maintaining humanity in big law. W…
Episode 40: AI for Attorneys: Real-World Applications
Legal practice is evolving rapidly with technological advancements, and generative AI stands at the forefront of this transformation. This eye-opening episode dives deep into practical …
Episode 39: Generative AI Part 1
The technological revolution waits for no one—not even lawyers. Generative AI is reshaping how legal professionals work, and understanding its potential could be the difference between …
Episode 38: Managing With Clarity
Ever wondered how to break the cycle of toxic management in law firms? Discover a practical, powerful tool that transforms attorney relationships and sets clear expectations without the…
Episode 37: The Invisible Weight of Professional Housework
Have you ever wondered who's really keeping your law firm running? It's not the rainmakers or the trial lawyers—it's the people handling what I call "professional housework." This invis…
Episode 36: Embracing the Edge
Ever stood in a courtroom or boardroom and thought, "They're all going to realize I have no idea what I'm doing"? That familiar feeling of being an imposter isn't a sign of failure—it's…
Episode 35: Building Trust Capital: How to Take Time Off in Big Law
Ever wonder if it's possible to take a random afternoon off in Big Law without sacrificing your career? After nine years in the trenches, I've discovered something surprising: strategic…
Episode 34: From Summer Associate to Success: The Big Law Survival Manual
Making the leap into big law as a summer associate or first-year attorney? The learning curve is steep, but this episode provides the roadmap you've been searching for. We're breaking d…
Episode 33: Navigating Mistakes -- Our Mistakes and Others' Mistakes
Mistakes—the dreaded, anxiety-inducing, but absolutely inevitable part of being an attorney. Despite what your brain might tell you, every legal professional makes them because behind e…
Episode 32: Women in the Room -- On Being a Female Partner in 2025
The legal profession has a math problem. Despite law schools graduating classes with 50% or more women for years, female attorneys continue to disappear from partnership tracks at alarm…
Episode 31: Navigating the Maze: Strategic Approaches to Difficult Opposing Counsel and Pro Se Litigants
Every attorney has faced that dreaded moment: opening an email from opposing counsel and feeling your blood pressure instantly rise. Your heart sinks, frustration mounts, and suddenly c…
Preview No. 1, Season 4 -- What's To Come This Season
What toll does the relentless pursuit of billable hours and client demands take on attorneys' lives? The Grace Period tackles this question head-on as we prepare for an impactful fourth…
Episode 30: Reflections After Three Seasons of The Grace Period
Every lawyer in Big Law experiences that pivotal moment—usually around years three to five—when something shifts. It's not that your initial excitement shatters, but your perspective ad…
Episode 29: What I Wish I Knew Sooner
Unlock the secrets to thriving in the high-pressure world of big law as Emily Logan Steadman shares her personal journey on The Grace Period. Discover how early business development and…
Episode 28: Mentoring
Have you ever wondered how mentorship can be the cornerstone of success in the legal field? Join me, Emily Logan Stedman, as I share my personal journey through the transformative power…
Episode 27: Professional Branding
Creating a professional brand is essential for lawyers navigating the competitive world of big law. This episode of The Grace Period explores the importance of authenticity, consistency…
Episode 26: Networking
Ever felt out of your depth at a networking event? I certainly did, but let me tell you, it doesn't have to be that way. Join me on The Grace Period as I unravel my own journey from fee…
Episode 25: I am a businesswoman.
Discover the transformative journey of redefining a legal career with Emily Logan Steadman, who challenges the traditional path of big law by embracing a business mindset. What if you c…
Episode 24: Building Better Billing Habits
Unlock the secrets to mastering the billable and time entry without losing your mind. Discover a new mindset that can transform your approach to time management in the high-stakes world…
Episode 23: Finding Focus
Ever feel like you're trapped in a relentless cycle of billable hours and perfectionism, all while battling exhaustion and imposter syndrome? You're not alone. Join me, Emily Logan Sted…