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Breaking Down the Bar

Jeremy Ellergodt
Private Practice Career
Law Firm Compensation
Communication
Maternity Leave
Trust
Work-Life Balance
Associate To Partner Career Path
Changing Firms
Private Practice
Partnership
Feedback
New Associate
Legal Assistant
Paralegal
Calgary
Dressing For Success
Working With an Assistant
Law Firms
Private Practice Law

Jeremy Ellergodt explores how lawyers can build a successful career in private practice. In each 15-minute episode, Jeremy brings in an expert to discuss an interesting topic applicable to private practice lawyers, and provide actionable advice that can be used by junior and senior lawyers alike. Whether you’re an articling student starting your career journey or a senior associate thinking about ... more

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Ahmed Malik returns to the show to talk about some key skills many associates avoid until it's too late: marketing and networking. Ahmed, a business lawyer and partner practicing in real estate, corporate law, and banking, walks through why business ... more

Jeremy asks lawyer and mom of two Samantha McKinnon a question they don’t include in any law school test: when is the “right” time to have kids? Sam shares her path to motherhood as she and Jeremy discuss the impact of having children early-versus-la... more

In this episode, Jeremy interviews his longtime paralegal, Alexa Huntley, about what differentiates basic, reactive paralegal work from high-level, proactive file and practice management. They discuss how paralegal roles vary by regulation and traini... more

For some lawyers, the path to partnership is a straight line: articling, associate, partner, all at the same firm. For others, it's a bit more like a zigzag. In this episode, Jeremy sits down with Ahmed Malik, a lawyer whose career has taken him from... more

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Samantha McKinnon
Mother of two, private practice lawyer
Episode: When is the best time to get pregnant?
Alexa Huntley
Paralegal with seven years of experience across multiple practice areas
Episode: How do I work with a paralegal?
Ahmed Malik
Lawyer with a circuitous career across firms of different sizes and cultures, currently leading a real estate practice at a Western Canadian firm
Current firm (Western Canadian firm)
Episode: When is the grass actually greener?
Jenna Bell
Legal assistant with 13-year career; leads training and development for legal assistants at a large global law firm
Large global law firm
Episode: How to Work With An Assistant

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Jeremy Ellergodt
Host of the show, intro and framing the discussion; appears across episodes.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 5 ratings
  • Perfect for junior lawyers

    I think many people could relate to these conversations even outside of law. Quick and easy listen to which I like.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Browneye13
    Canadaa month ago
  • Legally speaking, I’m obsessed.

    This is right up my alley and I can’t wait for future episodes. No objections. Five stars.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bcbcbc08
    Canada2 months ago

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Concise and value-packed episodes for busy lawyers.
Great guest variety and real-world examples.
Clear, practical tips you can apply right away.
Insightful career guidance that's relevant across jurisdictions.

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Talking Points

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When is the best time to get pregnant?
Q: So, during the course of your career, when did you take your maternity leave? What stage were you in?
Samantha explains she took leaves at different career stages (third-year associate and sixth-year associate) and discusses how those timings affected her book of business and career trajectory.
How to Work With An Assistant
Q: So Jenna, in your experience, what is the single most important ingredient for a strong, professional working relationship between a lawyer and their assistant?
Communication is the cornerstone; it sets expectations, builds trust, provides feedback, and mentors, which all together sustain a healthy working relationship.
How do I work with a paralegal?
Q: What is a Paralegal, and how are they regulated across the country?
A Paralegal is an administrative role that handles more substantive work beyond basic administrative tasks, with regulation differences by province; in BC and Ontario they are a recognized profession, while Alberta has more flexible usage.
When is the grass actually greener?
Q: What should an associate do in the first weeks after a lateral move to maximize success?
Dive in, build relationships quickly, learn the culture, and deliver top-quality work from day one to establish a strong initial reputation.
When is the grass actually greener?
Q: How should a candidate evaluate opportunities when headhunting or offers come through?
He suggests making pros-and-cons lists, evaluating alignment with personal goals and firm culture, and recognizing that promises in conversations may not always materialize after a move.

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The show presents concise, practical guidance for lawyers pursuing private practice success. Each 15-minute episode features an expert discussing actionable strategies for building a thriving career—from navigating partnerships and compensation models to optimizing collaboration with assistants and supporting staff. The format emphasizes real-world frameworks, transparent conversations, and transferable tips that junior and senior lawyers can implement to improve work-life balance, client service, and long-term career satisfaction. A notable strength is its focus on concrete steps, candid industry insights, and a willingness to tackle sensitive topics that affect everyday practice.

Listeners are likely drawn from private practice environme... more

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