Mentoring: It’s Not Transactional—It’s Transformational

In this episode of On Civility, Magie Ozarowski invites Sharlene Stanford Greene, Christopher Jackson, and former Florida Bar President Gary Lesser to discuss The Florida Bar's Counsel to Counsel Mentoring Program. They explore how meaningful mentor-mentee relationships can help new and experienced lawyers navigate the challenges of practice, build professional networks, develop lasting relationships, and strengthen civility within the legal profession. The conversation also highlights the importance of listening, grace, reputation, professionalism, and simply treating others with respect.This podcast has been approved by The Florida Bar Continuing Legal Education Department for 1 hour of General credit .5 hour of Professionalism CLE credit. Course #260062

In this episode of On Civility, Magie welcomes U.S. District Judge Mary S. Scriven. They discuss how humility and integrity shape civil leadership, professional excellence, and meaningful public service. Judge Scriven shares insights from her legal career and reflects on why civility continues to be essential inside and outside the courtroom.This podcast has been approved by The Florida Bar Continuing Legal Education Department for 1 hour of General credit 1 hour of Professionalism CLE credit. Course #9833

In this episode of On Civility, Magie welcomes distinguished attorney Barry Richard for a compelling conversation on civility, leadership, and professionalism in high-stakes legal practice. With a career spanning military service in the U.S. Navy JAG Corps, leadership roles in Florida government, decades at Greenberg Traurig, and his representation of George W. Bush during the historic 2000 Florida election litigation, Barry shares insights on navigating contentious matters with integrity and respect. Join us as Barry reflects on the role of professionalism in advocacy, the balance between zealous representation and civility, and why maintaining respect in the legal profession matters now more than ever.This podcast has been approved by The Florida Bar Continuing Legal Education Department for 1 hour of General credit 1 hour of Professionalism CLE credit. Course #9656

In this episode of On Civility with Magie Ozarowski, Megha Parekh talks about her journey from Harvard Law School to big law to becoming the Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer of the NFL’s Jacksonville Jaguars. Ms. Parekh, who is a first-generation American, discusses the importance of emotional intelligence for lawyers, including strong self-awareness being key to attorney professionalism and civility. This inspiring episode is perfect for any sports law attorney, NFL enthusiast, Jaguars fan, and especially those wanting to learn more about serving as in-house counsel.#OnCivilitywithMagieOzarowski #JacksonvilleJaguars #Duuuval #LawyerPodcasts #LegalPodcasts #Professionalism #FLBarProfessionalism #Civility #SportsLaw #CorporateLaw #InHouseCounsel #EmotionalIntelligence #EQ #SelfAwareness #FemaleLawyers #FemaleAttorneysThis podcast has been approved by The Florida Bar Continuing Legal Education Department for 1 hour of General credit 1 hour of Professionalism CLE credit. Course #9494Stylish Tech Corporate | Corporation by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US

This engaging episode of On Civility features Judge Thomas Logue from the 3rd District Court of Appeal. He shares his journey to becoming Chief Judge and outlines his vision for civility in the legal profession.This podcast has been approved by The Florida Bar Continuing Legal Education Department for 1 hour of General credit 1 hour of Professionalism CLE credit. Course #9349

Welcome to Season 2 of On Civility with Magie Ozarowski! We are thrilled to welcome Sia Baker-Barnes, President of The Florida Bar, as our guest. Listen as she discusses her professional journey, how and why she chose to serve as president, what her year will look like and, of course, what she believes civility and professionalism look like in practice.The Oath of Admission to The Florida Bar can be found in the Professionalism Handbook: https://www.floridabar.org/prof/presources/presources001/This podcast has been approved by The Florida Bar Continuing Legal Education Department for 1 hour of General credit 1 hour of Professionalism CLE credit. Course #9233.

In this episode of On Civility, 50-year attorney Paul Lipton and host Magie Ozarowski have an extremely profound conversation about the power of being able to define yourself, what it means to be the “tangible embodiment of the intangible concept” through your actions, and how to live agelessly.This episode is deep and worth multiple listens.Shooting Elephants, Serving Clients: An Essay on George Orwell and the Lawyer-Client Relationship, 27 Creighton L. Rev. 1 (1993), reprinted in Clinical Anthology: Readings for Live-Client Clinics 108 (Alex J. Hurder, Frank S. Bloch, Susan L. Brooks, & Susan L. Kay eds., 1997).The Historical Video Series (CLEs): https://www.youtube.com/@tfbcenterforprofessionalis2724Books by Paul Lipton:How of the Wolf: An Experiment in Ageless Living (May 13, 2013): https://www.amazon.com/Hour-Wolf-Experiment-Ageless-Living/dp/0989091007/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.yn48uQYDa1uGTCMJwc0O1mnpLBF0vjlwaBLUPD4dcYGNM-ayjN8pEm3KOFd1yN3y.2KAZ4i7vlMWuW6KzYT5rFzvyypQTDbO8WBo3QYzb464&dib_tag=se&qid=1747072962&refinements=p_27%3APaul+R.+Lipton&s=books&sr=1-1In These Five Breaths: A Novel: https://www.amazon.com/These-Five-Breaths-Novel-ebook/dp/B07KCQM7GD/ref=sr_1_3?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.yn48uQYDa1uGTCMJwc0O1mnpLBF0vjlwaBLUPD4dcYGNM-ayjN8pEm3KOFd1yN3y.2KAZ4i7vlMWuW6KzYT5rFzvyypQTDbO8WBo3QYzb464&dib_tag=se&qid=1747075150&refinements=p_27%3APaul+R.+Lipton&s=books&sr=1-3The House on Genesis Road: A Never-Ending Love Story (January 15, 2023): https://www.amazon.com/House-Genesis-Road-Never-Ending-Story/dp/0989091066/ref=sr_1_2?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.yn48uQYDa1uGTCMJwc0O1mnpLBF0vjlwaBLUPD4dcYGNM-ayjN8pEm3KOFd1yN3y.2KAZ4i7vlMWuW6KzYT5rFzvyypQTDbO8WBo3QYzb464&dib_tag=se&qid=1747075150&refinements=p_27%3APaul+R.+Lipton&s=books&sr=1-2This podcast has been approved by The Florida Bar Continuing Legal Education Department for 1 hour of General credit 1 hour of Professionalism CLE credit. Course #9223.

In this episode of On Civility with Magi Ozarowski, Eugene Pettis, Co-Founder and Senior Partner of Haliczer Pettis & Schwamm (https://www.hpslegal.com/our-team/eugene-k-pettis/) in Ft. Lauderdale, discusses law school, his career path, the pursuit of leadership, and serving as the first African American President of The Florida Bar.While president, Pettis created the Wm. Reece Smith Jr. Leadership Academy which is still active today. Information about Leadership Academy can be found on The Bar’s website: https://www.floridabar.org/about/academy/He is currently the host of the Can We Talk? 360° podcast (https://canwetalk360.blubrry.net/) .Professionalism Expectations: https://www.floridabar.org/prof/regulating-professionalism/professionalism-expectations-2/ (https://www.floridabar.org/prof/regulating-professionalism/professionalism-expectations-2/)This podcast has been approved by The Florida Bar Continuing Legal Education Department for 1 hour of Professionalism CLE credit. Course #9082.

In this episode of *On Civility*, host Magie Ozarowski welcomes Donny MacKenzie and Ashley Sybesma. They discuss the significance of engaging in and developing a pro bono practice, how to get involved, and the efforts of The Florida Bar to address the justice gap.This podcast has been approved by The Florida Bar Continuing Legal Education Department for .5 hour of Professionalism CLE credit. Course #8996.

In this episode of On Civility, host Magie Ozarowski welcomes attorney Jessica Thomas to discuss professionalism, civility, and the intricacies of family law.This podcast has been approved by The Florida Bar Continuing Legal Education Department for 1.0 hour of General CLE credit including 1.0 hour of Professionalism CLE credit. Course # 8962.