Love Thy Lawyer Podcast

Love Thy Lawyer - Chelsie D'Malta

Chelsie D'Malta has extensive experience representing indigent clients in both civil and criminal cases. She runs a practice that primarily focuses on criminal defense, juvenile justice, and various types of restraining orders, operating mostly on a low bono and pro bono basis. Chelsie’s diverse background includes working as a public defender and at private law firms. Notably, she gained significant experience at the Alameda County Public Defender's Office. In this episode, she discusses some of the challenges she faces in balancing the business side of her practice with her desire to provide affordable legal services. She also shares personal stories that shaped her career, including the tragic loss of her uncle, which deepened her understanding of the criminal justice system. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of the criminal justice system and the passion that drives Chelsie's commitment to her clients. Aired on 09/04/2024 Episode No. 200 Click the link to listen to the interview on your favorite podcasting platform: https://www.lovethylawyer.com/chelsie-dmalta-lowbonoprobono-business-model/ #lovethylawyer #legalpodcast #attorneypodcast #lawyerpodcast #lawpodcasts

William Walraven is the managing attorney of a criminal defense firm that practices in Oakland and in San Francisco. He has successfully defended clients throughout the Bay Area. He is an active member of numerous professional organizations, including the National College for DUI Defense, the California DUI Lawyers Association, the Asian American Bar Association and the Filipino Bar Association of Northern California. Aired on 03/03/2021 Episode No. 51 Click the link to listen to the interview on your favorite podcasting platform: https://www.lovethylawyer.com/william-walraven-golden-gate/ #lovethylawyer #legalpodcast #attorneypodcast #lawyerpodcast #lawpodcasts

Darryl Stallworth is a veteran of the Alameda County District Attorney's Office. He has tried over 60 cases to jury verdict, including numerous felony murders and a special circumstances death case. He has taught and lectured internationally on effective case resolution in Brazil, Malaysia, India, and Turkey. Darryl is a member and former president of the Charles Houston Bar Association. He was recognized by the Alameda County Bar Association as Distinguished Lawyer of the Year and he's a published author. Aired on 04/28/2021 Episode No. 59 Click the link to listen to the interview on your favorite podcasting platform: https://www.lovethylawyer.com/darryl-stallworth-cal/ #lovethylawyer #legalpodcast #attorneypodcast #lawyerpodcast #lawpodcasts

Shirish Gupta - Love Thy Lawyer

Shirish Gupta is a highly experienced mediator and arbitrator with the Judicial Arbitration and Mediation Service (JAMS), where he is sought after by both Fortune 500 companies and Silicon Valley startups. He also serves as a lecturer at UC Berkeley Law School and an adjunct professor at UC Law San Francisco. In his career, Shirish has practiced in various legal domains, including commercial securities, class action, and intellectual property litigation. He started his career at Howard Rice, later moving to Mayer Brown, where he worked on a wide range of litigation matters. Eventually, he opened his own practice, handling a diverse set of cases, from patent litigation to corporate law, before joining JAMS. In this episode, Shirish discusses his journey through large law firms, his transition to solo practice, and his eventual role at JAMS. He also shares insights into the business side of practicing law and the importance of clear communication in arbitration and mediation. Tune in to learn from Shirish's extensive experience in law and ADR, and to gain valuable insights into what mistakes to avoid and how to make better presentations when going into an arbitration or mediation. Aired on 08/21/2024 Episode No. 199 Click the link to listen to the interview on your favorite podcasting platform: https://www.lovethylawyer.com/shirish-gupta-jams/ #lovethylawyer #legalpodcast #attorneypodcast #lawyerpodcast #lawpodcasts

Julie Batz - Love Thy Lawyer

Julie Batz is a dedicated attorney with a rich career spanning nonprofit and civil insurance defense litigation. She initially worked as a nonprofit attorney with Legal Assistance for Seniors and later transitioned to private practice, where she has been involved in civil insurance defense for nearly a decade. Julie is also actively involved with Legal Access Alameda, where she served as president and now serves as vice-president. In this episode she talks about how being raised in a multicultural environment has greatly influenced her empathetic and culturally competent approach to law. She also discusses her work in pro bono programs and her reflections on cultural competency in legal practice. Tune in to gain valuable insights about the importance of cultural understanding in law and the personal growth that comes with a diverse career in legal service. Aired on 08/07/2024 Episode No. 198 Click the link to listen to the interview on your favorite podcasting platform: https://www.lovethylawyer.com/julie-batz-acba-pittsburghtaiwansan-lorenzo/ #lovethylawyer #legalpodcast #attorneypodcast #lawyerpodcast #lawpodcasts

Matt Davis left a job at the Department of Energy to move back to his hometown and practice law. Now he runs Davis Business Law, a firm with seven offices throughout Texas, Kansas and Oklahoma focused on helping lawyers and small businesses with a myriad of different corporate and legal matters. He’s also written The Art of Preventing Stupid, which helps businesses avoid mistakes and protect themselves from vulnerabilities that could spiral out of control. Matt also has a knack for music. He’s the lead guitar in Geriatric Steel, a heavy metal band with several songs about common middle age situations. Listen to this interview to learn about how to snowball your referrals as well as get a broader understanding of how to protect your business by avoiding some of the most common mistakes entrepreneurs make. Aired on 09/28/2022 Episode No. 133 Click the link to listen to the interview on your favorite podcasting platform: https://www.lovethylawyer.com/preventing-stupid-matt-davis-cornell/ #legalpodcast #lawpodcast #lovethylawyer #californialawyers #lawyerstories #lawcommunity #legalcommunity #lawpodcasts

Manjula Martin is licensed in both State and Federal Courts. She served as Vice-Chair of the Criminal Law Section of the Alameda County Bar Association. And in that position and through her practice, she helps influence our community's practice of law. She believes that diversity, compassion and empathy are our greatest assets and strengths. Manjula clerked for the San Francisco District Attorney's Office. She has earned numerous professional awards and is a member of the National College for DUI Defense. She has worked tirelessly on behalf of victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. Aired on 02/17/2021 Episode No. 48 Click the link to listen to the interview on your favorite podcasting platform: https://www.lovethylawyer.com/manjula-martinacba-golden-gate/ #lovethylawyer #legalpodcast #attorneypodcast #lawyerpodcast #lawpodcasts

Love Thy Lawyer - Tom Dunlap

Thomas Dunlap is a founding partner of Dunlap, Bennett & Ludwig. His firm’s practice involves M&A, real estate, estate planning, and other business-focused areas. Tom also has a private practice that deals mostly with intellectual property. He is the host of the Black Letter podcast, which discusses business people's problems and experiences. In this episode, he gives an overview of legal topics he works with, such as patents and AI, and talks about his experience serving in the United States Army. Tune in to learn why his firm isn’t run by lawyers and why it’s actually more effective that way. Aired on 07/24/2024 Episode No. 197 Click the link to listen to the interview on your favorite podcasting platform: https://www.lovethylawyer.com/tom-dunlap-washington-lee/ #lovethylawyer #legalpodcast #attorneypodcast #lawyerpodcast #lawpodcasts

Now hearing criminal jury trials and preliminary hearings, Judge Mike Gaffey has served as Chief Supervising Judge of Criminal Courts in Alameda County. Prior to his judicial career, he served as a Deputy District Attorney in Alameda County and as the Supervising Deputy for Administration in the Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office. As a Prosecutor, he handled hundreds of serious gang cases and developed a Special Gang Unit and perhaps most impressively, he taught history in high school. Aired on 05/05/2021 Episode No. 60 Click the link to listen to the interview on your favorite podcasting platform: https://www.lovethylawyer.com/mike-gaffey-hastings/ #lovethylawyer #legalpodcast #attorneypodcast #lawyerpodcast #lawpodcasts

Love Thy Lawyer - Brian Amaya

Brian Amaya is a senior attorney at Morris Law P.C. He specializes in criminal defense, handling cases ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies. He has also worked as a Public Defender in Alameda County and is the president of the East Bay La Raza Lawyers Association. In this episode, Brian discusses the challenges of balancing personal life with the demands of a legal career, the importance of cultural representation in the legal field, and his efforts to increase diversity among lawyers in California. He also touches on his passion for writing and his experience in both public defense and private practice. Tune in to learn about the dedication required for a career in law, the significance of mentorship and representation in the legal profession, and insights into the realities of practicing law from someone deeply committed to serving his community. Aired on 07/10/2024 Episode No. 196 Click the link to listen to the interview on your favorite podcasting platform: https://www.lovethylawyer.com/brian-amaya-former-al-co-pd-dodger-fan-nobodys-perfect/ #lovethylawyer #legalpodcast #attorneypodcast #lawyerpodcast #lawpodcasts

Daniel Callahan runs Callahan Consulting, providing consulting services on trial strategy and tactics as well as expert case matching - helping clients find attorneys specialized in a certain field or from a certain locale. He also provides consulting services to his law firm, Callahan & Blaine, by mentoring associates and junior partners. He obtained a verdict for 934 million dollars in a complex business case that started out as a 2 million dollar breach of contract case, as well as a personal injury settlement over 50 million dollars. In his career spanning over four decades, most of his work has been with complex business litigation, and he has secured over a billion dollars to clients in record-breaking verdicts and settlements. Listen to the interview to understand why being diligent in case preparation is vital for a successful law business. Aired on 09/21/2022 Episode No. 132 Click the link to listen to the interview on your favorite podcasting platform: https://www.lovethylawyer.com/dan-callahan-davis/ #lovethylawyer #legalpodcast #attorneypodcast #lawyerpodcast #lawpodcasts

Love Thy Lawyer - Daniel Vaswani

Daniel Vaswani is a seasoned attorney and the driving force behind Virtuoso Law, a prominent criminal defense firm based in downtown Hayward. Daniel's extensive legal background encompasses corporate law, public interest initiatives, and consumer protection, but his main focus is on minimizing the impacts of criminal convictions for his clients. In this episode, Daniel talks about the intricacies of managing a successful criminal defense practice, the significance of human connection in legal work, and his experiences handling complex federal and state cases. He also discusses his strategic approach to client relations and community engagement. Additionally, Daniel answers a variety of questions, offering advice on business strategies for law firms, the importance of resilience and empathy in legal practice, and how personal experiences influence professional perspectives. Tune in to learn valuable lessons from Daniel's journey and discover practical advice for both aspiring and experienced attorneys. Aired on 06/26/2024 Episode No. 195 Click the link to listen to the interview on your favorite podcasting platform: https://www.lovethylawyer.com/daniel-vaswani-acba-the-virtuoso-himself/ #lovethylawyer #legalpodcast #attorneypodcast #lawyerpodcast #lawpodcasts

Kevin Taguchi is a former Alameda County Deputy District Attorney, and although a good friend, he and I battled through a toughly-litigated arson case against each other. After leaving the District Attorney's Office, he developed a thriving civil practice using his courtroom skills to provide representation to those who have been victimized by negligence. He has litigated every type of personal injury matter, including soft tissue, catastrophic loss, brain injuries, and the loss of limbs. He is an aggressive litigator and an outstanding attorney. Aired on 02/10/2021 Episode No. 47 Click the link to listen to the interview on your favorite podcasting platform: https://www.lovethylawyer.com/kevin-taguchi-pepperdine/ #lovethylawyer #legalpodcast #attorneypodcast #lawyerpodcast #lawpodcasts

Brooke Lively is not a lawyer, but has spent her life and career around lawyers, law firms and the business of law. She is a razor sharp numbers person with a unique ability to communicate the importance of numbers to practicing attorneys. She has an MBA and is the author of From Panic to Profit. Aired on 05/12/2021 Episode No. 61 Click the link to listen to the interview on your favorite podcasting platform: https://www.lovethylawyer.com/brooke-lively-from-panic-to-profit/ #lovethylawyer #legalpodcast #attorneypodcast #lawyerpodcast #lawpodcasts

Thuy Thi Nguyen is a partner at Garcia Hernandez & Sawhney LLP and serves as commission counsel for the Oakland Police Commission. She is the former President of Foothill College and has been recognized by the Carnegie Corporation and the New York Times for her contributions to American society. In this episode Thuy discusses her journey from being a refugee from Vietnam to becoming a prominent attorney, her work in education law, and her role in overseeing constitutional reforms within the Oakland Police Department. Tune in to learn about Thuy's inspiring career path and her thoughts on improving legal systems and promoting diversity in the legal profession. Aired on 06/12/2024 Episode No. 194 Click the link to listen to the interview on your favorite podcasting platform: https://www.lovethylawyer.com/thuy-nguyen-yale-the-american-dream/ #lovethylawyer #legalpodcast #attorneypodcast #lawyerpodcast #lawpodcasts

Kenneth McCallion has been practicing law for half a century. He has been an Assistant United States Attorney, a New York State Attorney and a civil litigator and has worked on several high-profile environmental and human rights cases such as the Exxon Valdez oil spill, the construction of the Shoreham Nuclear Power Plant in Eastern Long Island and many others. Kenneth also helped prevent suicides by adding barriers and suicide-proof netting to the Cornell Bridge. His book, Saving the World One Case at a Time shares details of those and many other landmark trials of his career. Listen to the interview to get a broad glimpse into modern American legal history through some of Kenneth’s outstanding professional experience. Aired on 09/14/2022 Episode No. 131 Click the link to listen to the interview on your favorite podcasting platform: https://www.lovethylawyer.com/kenneth-mccallion-yale/ #lovethylawyer #legalpodcast #attorneypodcast #lawyerpodcast #lawpodcasts

During law school, Ghazal Sharif clerked for both the San Diego Superior Court and the Fourth District Court of Appeal. As a San Joaquin County Deputy District Attorney she prosecuted numerous criminal matters through all stages of litigation, including jury trials. She also has experience in the world of civil litigation. She now manages criminal defense matters in a high volume practice. Aired on 02/03/2021 Episode No. 46 Click the link to listen to the interview on your favorite podcasting platform: https://www.lovethylawyer.com/ghazal-sharif-cal-western/ #lovethylawyer #legalpodcast #attorneypodcast #lawyerpodcast #lawpodcasts

Love Thy Lawyer - John Teakell

John Teakell is a highly experienced criminal defense attorney who has successfully defended numerous clients charged with both felonies and misdemeanors. Before focusing on criminal defense, he served as an Assistant United States Attorney in both the Northern District of Texas and Puerto Rico and was a Deputy District Attorney in Texas. He has also been recognized as a Super Lawyer and featured in major publications like Forbes and Time. In this episode, John discusses the differences between state and federal criminal defense, highlighting the complexities and challenges of federal cases. He shares intriguing stories from his time as a federal prosecutor, including his experiences in Puerto Rico dealing with large-scale drug trafficking and money laundering cases. He also talks about his transition from prosecution to defense and the realities of running a private practice. Listen to this episode to learn more about the legal system, particularly the intricacies of federal investigations and the strategies used in high-stakes criminal defense. Aired on 05/29/2024 Episode No. 193 Click the link to listen to the interview on your favorite podcasting platform: https://www.lovethylawyer.com/john-teakell-former-ausa/ #lovethylawyer #legalpodcast #attorneypodcast #lawyerpodcast #lawpodcasts

Jimmie Wilson grew up in the Bayview Hunters Point section of San Francisco. He played Division One College Football at San Jose State University and worked as a union plumber and pipe fitter. He ultimately graduated with honors from UC Berkeley and served as a juror on five criminal cases before becoming a lawyer. He sits on the local executive board of the NAACP. He currently serves as an Alameda County Deputy District Attorney. Aired on 05/26/2021 Episode No. 63 Click the link to listen to the interview on your favorite podcasting platform: https://www.lovethylawyer.com/jimmie-wilson-hastings/ #podcast #podcasts #lovethylawyer #lovethylawyerpodcast #legalpodcast #legalpodcasts #attorneypodcast

Love Thy Lawyer - Stuart Winchester

Stuart Winchester is not a lawyer but a journalist and ski enthusiast who hosts a podcast and journal called The Storm. In this episode, he talks about a health scare that took place while skiing, which was later identified as a severe heart issue known as the 'Widow Maker.' This harrowing experience renewed his sense of gratitude and highlighted the importance of listening to one’s body, also making him appreciate every moment and the choices that shape his lifestyle. He also talks about how his passion for skiing and writing led him to start his podcast, which explores the behind-the-scenes of the ski industry and brings a fresh perspective to skiing enthusiasts. Tune in to this episode for a story of personal change and passion that will inspire anyone who loves skiing or is interested in the stories behind the sport. Aired on 05/15/2024 Episode No. 192 Click the link to listen to the interview on your favorite podcasting platform: https://www.lovethylawyer.com/stuart-winchester-the-day-i-didnt-die/ #lovethylawyer #legalpodcast #attorneypodcast #lawyerpodcast #lawpodcasts