Above the Law - Thinking Like a Lawyer
Legal Talk NetworkThinking Like A Lawyer is a podcast featuring Above the Law's Joe Patrice, Kathryn Rubino, and Chris Williams. Each episode, the hosts will take a topic experienced and enjoyed by regular people, and shine it through the prism of a legal framework. This will either reveal an awesome rainbow of thought, or a disorienting kaleidoscope of issues. Either way, it should be fun.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 476 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Business NewsNewsPolitics | |||
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They’re smart and funny. I love them!
Apple Podcasts5myk122333
United States4 months ago - Well done and thoughtful
The hosts are knowledgeable and insightful, providing solid analysis and commentary. A consistently excellent show.
Apple Podcasts5NoNickname4944United States6 months ago - Podcast yes. Soundboard.. no
I have to say I think you could really really lose the soundboard. I like the podcast but that thing is grating
Apple Podcasts5);9/198;$/!-@.8United States7 months ago - Deserves that Golden Globe
I’ve been tuning into this podcast since my law school days. As a lawyer in California, I also listen to other legal podcasts, but they usually get pretty dry & become background noise. I’m really surprised and a little offended by the low ratings this podcast has received because these three hosts have become a staple in my weekly routine. I appreciate how each episode dives into serious legal issues without being dull. Please keep the small talk, the weekly legal discussions, and all the spont... more
Apple Podcasts5vanessaxanneUnited States7 months ago - Serious, accessible, and funny
I’m not a lawyer and I’m not involved in the legal profession at all but Above the Law: Thinking Like a Lawyer has become one of my favorite listens.
Our nanny is in law school, and I wanted a way to better relate to her and understand a huge part of her life that exists outside of our family. This podcast has been a surprisingly great bridge. I’ve learned about the Bar, clerkships, bonuses, law firm culture, and the realities of the profession in a way that’s engaging, accessible, and often ve... more
Apple Podcasts5ThugChihuahuasUnited States8 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #27 | United States/News/Business News |
Apple Podcasts | #74 |  Canada/News/Business News |
Apple Podcasts | #128 |  United Kingdom/News/Business News |
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The show combines sharp legal analysis with candid banter, covering big-law shifts, court dynamics, regulatory policy, and tech's impact on the profession. Episodes commonly explore firm governance, ethics, and high-profile legal battles, all filtered through a relatable, humorous lens. A standout trait is the trio's dynamic—smart, witty, and unafraid to mix serious topics with light, pop-culture references and occasional trivia—making dense legal topics approachable for listeners who are law-adjacent or curious about how law intersects with current events.
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