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Notes to My Legal Self®

Olga V. Mack
Legal Technology
Artificial Intelligence
Legal Operations
Generative AI
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Legal Education
Access To Justice
Career Development
In-House Legal Practice
AI In Law
Document Automation
Legal Tech
Legal Profession
Mental Health
Offshoring
Corporate Law Departments
Legal Ethics
Legal Industry
Mental Illness
Entrepreneurship

Notes to My Legal Self® is a podcast for lawyers who want to think better, lead better, and practice with judgment, not just knowledge. Hosted by Olga V. Mack, the show explores the real decisions lawyers face but rarely talk about openly. The gray areas. The tradeoffs. The moments where legal advice shapes business outcomes and trust. Each episode blends candid reflection and conversations with e... more

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Latest Episodes

Are you relying on certainty… or building better judgment in uncertain times?

In this episode of Notes to My (Legal) Self®, Olga Mack speaks with Carolyn Herzog, Chief Legal Officer at Elastic, a global search AI company, about leading through disru... more

Are you optimizing your outsourcing deals for price… or for long-term success?

In this episode of Notes to My (Legal) Self®, Olga Mack speaks with Irina Beschieriu, an attorney specializing in complex outsourcing and global service delivery models, ... more

Are depositions now more important than trials in litigation strategy?

In this episode of Notes to My (Legal) Self®, Olga Mack speaks with Dean Whalen, Chief Legal Officer at Readback, who brings over two decades of litigation and legal leadership e... more

In this episode, host Olga Mack sits down with Jessica Nguyen and Nada Alnajafi for an honest and energizing conversation about what happens when in-house lawyers build beyond their day jobs, and how personal brands, communities, and bold decisions c... more

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Irina Beschieriu
Deals Attorney for Apple Solutions and Services Incorporated
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Episode: Outsourcing in the Age of AI: When Legal Shapes the Deal (Irina Beschieriu) NTMLS Season 14, Episode 3
Dean Whalen
Chief Legal Officer at Readback, deposition technology expert
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Episode: The Fourth Closing Argument: What Leaders Need to Know About Depositions (Dean Whalen) NTMLS Season 14, Episode 2
Nada Alnajafi
Senior Corporate Counsel and Lead Legal Ops at Franklin Templeton
Franklin Templeton
Episode: Beyond the Day Job: How Lawyers Create Leverage (Jessica Nguyen, Nada Alnajafi) NTMLS Season 14, Episode 1
Jessica Nguyen
Deputy General Counsel at DocuSign; former GC at Lexion; founder of Contract Nerds
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Episode: Beyond the Day Job: How Lawyers Create Leverage (Jessica Nguyen, Nada Alnajafi) NTMLS Season 14, Episode 1
Heath Morgan
In-house lawyer and author of The Memory Project
Episode: Season 13, Episode 10: Memory Identity and the Machines We Build (ft. Heath Morgan)
Rina Wang
Most recently, Assistant General Counsel at Prepared, which was acquired by Axon.
Axon
Episode: Season 13, Episode 9: Inside a One-Month Six-Hundred-Million-Dollar Deal (ft. Rina Wang)
John Pavolotsky
Technology transactions, privacy, and AI attorney based in the San Francisco Bay Area
Stoel Rives
Episode: Season 13, Episode 8: AI Contracts: What Lawyers Must Know (ft. John Pavolotsky)
Carl Davidson
Co-founder of an AI legal tech startup called Candle AI
Candle AI
Episode: Season 13, Episode 7: How Email Turned Me to Attorney to Founder (ft. Carl Davidson)
Dorna Moini
Founder and CEO of Gavel, an end-to-end automation suite for lawyers
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Episode: Season 13, Episode 6: Build, Don't Bill: How Lawyers Can Scale with Automation (ft. Dorna Moini)

Host

Olga Mack
Host of the show, Olga Mack invites seasoned legal professionals to discuss practical legal insights and the nuances of the legal profession.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 52 ratings
  • Dynamite

    Great show, hosts, and guests. The topics are timely and complex but presented in an entertaining and succinct fashion. For me, this is the most authentic legal podcast out there and should not be missed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @TheLawFirmGC
    United States2 years ago
  • Never a dull moment

    Olga knows how to engage her guests and ensure the audience is getting meaningful insights. Such a great podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NBF74
    United States2 years ago
  • A Legal Tech Masterclass Podcast

    Notes To My (Legal) Self is a masterclass podcast, brilliantly weaving together career insights, leadership gems, and the cutting edge of legal tech, making it an essential listen for every in-house lawyer looking to thrive and innovate. Enjoy!

    -Mitch Jackson (2013 California Litigation Lawyer of the Year)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MitchJackson
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Legal Podcast

    Love Olga and this podcast. Always insightful

    and amazing guests and conversations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maria Greca
    United States4 years ago
  • Great Insights

    Olga has gathered (and continues to gather) a great cross section of people to interview on a variety of topics. I always learn something new when I tune in.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hyloka's Brother
    United States4 years ago

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Audience feedback highlights the podcast's ability to address the intersection of law and technology, appealing to forward-thinking legal professionals.
The chemistry between the host and guests is praised, showcasing deep knowledge and leading to meaningful discussions about the complexities of modern legal work.
Listeners commend the engaging conversations and practical insights, labeling the podcast as essential for in-house lawyers and legal professionals wanting to innovate their practices.

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Outsourcing in the Age of AI: When Legal Shapes the Deal (Irina Beschieriu) NTMLS Season 14, Episode 3
Q: What practical steps should in-house lawyers take to navigate modern outsourcing and AI-driven contracts after signature?
Focus on governance, data management, and post-signature legal operations to monitor performance, extract contract intelligence, and adjust terms as the business relationship evolves, rather than reopening contracts for every change.
Outsourcing in the Age of AI: When Legal Shapes the Deal (Irina Beschieriu) NTMLS Season 14, Episode 3
Q: How is AI reshaping the outsourcing industry, and what are the biggest shifts you are seeing in the market right now?
AI is driving buyers to demand more than traditional SLAs, pushing for AI-enabled capabilities, tighter scope definitions, live demos, and a governance-first posture to manage rapid tech evolution and the vendor ecosystem.
Outsourcing in the Age of AI: When Legal Shapes the Deal (Irina Beschieriu) NTMLS Season 14, Episode 3
Q: Before we begin, how did you get into outsourcing contracts, and what shaped your approach to cross-jurisdictional work?
Irina traces her path from government procurement in Romania to in-house outsourcing roles in the U.S., highlighting how cross-border experience and business-driven focus shaped her approach to complex outsourcing and technology transactions.
Beyond the Day Job: How Lawyers Create Leverage (Jessica Nguyen, Nada Alnajafi) NTMLS Season 14, Episode 1
Q: How did the DocuSign acquisition come about, and what convinced you that it was the right move?
The acquisition emerged from a long-standing collaboration and the clear strategic fit: a targeted, engaged community that DocuSign could leverage for market insight and pipeline growth. The key was choosing a buyer who understood the community's value and could integrate respectfully.
Beyond the Day Job: How Lawyers Create Leverage (Jessica Nguyen, Nada Alnajafi) NTMLS Season 14, Episode 1
Q: What was the trigger moment that made you realize Contract Nerds could be more than a passion project?
The shift happened when reader feedback and inbound requests for webinars and conferences grew, signaling that the audience found real, scalable value in Contract Nerds beyond a LinkedIn post, which prompted us to experiment with sponsorships and a formal newsletter program to monetize.

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This podcast provides insights aimed at legal professionals striving to enhance their judgment, leadership, and overall practice. Through candid conversations with legal leaders, the content focuses on the nuanced challenges lawyers face – the gray areas that require careful consideration rather than strict adherence to rules. With an emphasis on practical advice, the show tackles topics such as the intersection of legal counsel and business outcomes, the evolution of legal practice in response to technological advancements, and innovative strategies in navigating the legal landscape. The format is likely to be engaging, blending professional growth with personal reflection, making it a compelling resource for both experienced and emerging ... more

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1. Irina Beschieriu
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3. Nada Alnajafi
4. Jessica Nguyen
5. Heath Morgan
6. Rina Wang
7. John Pavolotsky
8. Carl Davidson

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