From Prosecutor to Empowered Coach: Dina Cataldo on Resilience, Reinvention & Helping Lawyers Thrive

Send us a Text Message with thoughts, guest suggestions, stories and more, HERE! In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Dina Cataldo — a former prosecutor turned lawyer coach, breast cancer survivor, and fierce advocate for personal transformation. Dina shares her powerful journey from working long hours in the courtroom to navigating a life-changing cancer diagnosis that led her to reimagine her career and purpose.Now, as a coach for lawyers, Dina helps legal professionals take control of their time, mindset, and well-being, so they can thrive in both their personal and professional lives.Listen to Be a Better Lawyer Podcast with Dina Cataldo HEREConnect with Dina HEREDownload the Busy Lawyer's Ultimate Time Management Guide HEREStarting law school this fall? You NEED to join the 1L Masterclass today! https://www.1lmasterclass.com/ Get a free trial of Audible using this LINK! Support the showFollow us on Instagram @theladieswholawpodcast

Send us a Text Message with thoughts, guest suggestions, stories and more, HERE! This week, Haylie and Samantha break down Haylie’s unforgettable week in court—where a high-stakes family law jury trial ended in a mistrial. From jury selection chaos to mid-trial surprises and procedural pitfalls, Haylie shares what it’s really like when a case unravels in real time. Whether you’re a law student, practicing attorney, or courtroom drama fan, this behind-the-scenes look into the anatomy of a mistrial delivers equal parts insight and intensity.Starting law school this fall? You NEED to join the 1L Masterclass today! https://www.1lmasterclass.com/Support the showFollow us on Instagram @theladieswholawpodcast

Send us a Text Message with thoughts, guest suggestions, stories and more, HERE! This week, we’re joined by Kristine Cherek—former big law associate, general counsel, partner at a regional firm, and law professor—who now uses her voice to advocate for gender equality in the workplace. With over 20 years of experience navigating the legal world, Kristine has seen it all—and she’s not afraid to talk about it.In this episode, Kristine shares her journey through the many roles she’s held in the legal field and why, after decades of watching progress for women in law move at a glacial pace, she decided it was time to tread loudly. Now an author and advocate, Kristine brings real talk to the table about power structures, inequality, and how women in the profession can support one another while building fulfilling careers.We also dive into her bestselling book, Tread Loudly: Call Out the Bullshit and Fight for Equality in the Workplace, a sharp, funny, and empowering memoir that blends candid stories with hard-earned wisdom for the next generation of women lawyers.Find Tread Loudly HERE: AMAZONBOOKSHOP.ORG BARNES & NOBLE Starting law school this fall? You NEED to join the 1L Masterclass today! https://www.1lmasterclass.com/ Get a free trial of Audible using this LINK! Support the showFollow us on Instagram @theladieswholawpodcast

Send us a Text Message with thoughts, guest suggestions, stories and more, HERE! In this episode, we chat with Laurie Rowen, co-founder of Montage Legal Group, about transforming your legal career by working from home. Laurie shares how she built a successful freelance attorney network, tips for making remote legal work sustainable, and why flexibility is the future of the profession. Whether you're a burnt-out associate or a law firm looking for support, this episode is packed with insight.Starting law school this fall? You NEED to join the 1L Masterclass today! https://www.1lmasterclass.com/ Get a free trial of Audible using this LINK! Support the showFollow us on Instagram @theladieswholawpodcast

Send us a Text Message with thoughts, guest suggestions, stories and more, HERE! This week on Ladies Who Law, we’re joined by the magnetic Shamina Taylor — a former attorney who traded in her law degree for a path rooted in intuition, abundance, and female financial empowerment. As a Wealth Consciousness Advisor, Shaina now helps ambitious women shatter their limiting beliefs around money and step into millionaire status with clarity and confidence.Check out Shamina HERE and DM her HERE Starting law school this fall? You NEED to join the 1L Masterclass today! https://www.1lmasterclass.com/ Get a free trial of Audible using this LINK! Support the showFollow us on Instagram @theladieswholawpodcast

Send us a Text Message with thoughts, guest suggestions, stories and more, HERE! In this episode, we sit down with Lisa Beattie Frelinghuysen—Stanford Law graduate, former clerk to Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and co-founder of ClutchKit, a groundbreaking company focused on reproductive justice. Lisa shares her incredible journey from top-tier legal training to clerking at the highest court in the country, offering behind-the-scenes insight into what it was like to work alongside Justice Ginsburg and the lasting lessons she learned from her mentorship.Her work with ClutchKit is dedicated to equipping individuals with the tools, knowledge, and support they need to access reproductive healthcare in a safe, informed, and private way.ClutchKit WebsiteFollow ClutchKit on Instagram: @clutchkitStarting law school this fall? You NEED to join the 1L Masterclass today! https://www.1lmasterclass.com/ Get a free trial of Audible using this LINK! Support the showFollow us on Instagram @theladieswholawpodcast

Send us a Text Message with thoughts, guest suggestions, stories and more, HERE! In the spirit of Mother’s Day, we’re dropping a major life update—Samantha is officially entering her mother era! She shares how she found out she was pregnant, what this journey has been like so far, and what she's feeling as her due date approaches in August. We’re also talking about what maternity leave will look for her as well as what she's most excited about as a working mom to what she's absolutely not looking forward to, this is a real, reflective convo we’ll be coming back to post-baby. It’s giving mother. It’s giving growth. It’s giving honest pre-parenthood vibes. Tune in!Starting law school this fall? You NEED to join the 1L Masterclass today! https://www.1lmasterclass.com/ Get a free trial of Audible using this LINK! Support the showFollow us on Instagram @theladieswholawpodcast

Send us a Text Message with thoughts, guest suggestions, stories and more, HERE! In this episode we're diving into all things salary negotiation. From knowing your worth to navigating tough conversations with confidence, we share personal stories, tips, and strategies to help you advocate for yourself and get the pay you deserve. Starting law school this fall? You NEED to join the 1L Masterclass today! https://www.1lmasterclass.com/ Get a free trial of Audible using this LINK! Support the showFollow us on Instagram @theladieswholawpodcast

Send us a Text Message with thoughts, guest suggestions, stories and more, HERE! Tune into this episode with guest Gigi Grasska, an associate at Omega Law Group in Beverly Hills, California. We chat about her law school journey, her love for personal injury work, and more! Find Gigi HERE! Gigi's InstagramGigi's TikTokGigi's LinkedInStarting law school this fall? You NEED to join the 1L Masterclass today! https://www.1lmasterclass.com/ Get a free trial of Audible using this LINK! Support the showFollow us on Instagram @theladieswholawpodcast

Send us a Text Message with thoughts, guest suggestions, stories and more, HERE! In this episode, we’re talking about some of the interesting people we’ve met so far as lawyers, From unexpected calls to truly bizarre situations, these are the moments that prove practicing law is anything but predictable.Starting law school this fall? You NEED to join the 1L Masterclass today! https://www.1lmasterclass.com/ Get a free trial of Audible using this LINK! Support the showFollow us on Instagram @theladieswholawpodcast