Communication, Empathy, And Understanding In The Practice Of Law with Kelly Olivier and Allyson West - Episode 155

The Jabot

Kathryn speaks with Kelly Olivier and Allyson West, the founders of The Themis Group Trial by Women in Hale & Monico. They discussed their recent trial and its highs and lows. They remain committed despite a disappointing result. They also shared their future plans for Themis - to grow, reach more women, and serve as a powerful force for women's issues and rights. They adhere to the client-first approach and select their cases carefully. Success aside, Kelly and Allyson find their commitment, authenticity, and empathy from being women make it a rewarding profession, and they aim for Themis to be a platform where women lawyers and clients feel respected and heard.

Highlights

• Allyson and Kelly’s reasons for starting the Themis group.
• The structure of the Themis Group
• Handling work pressures in law practice
• Advice for women considering a career as trial attorneys
• Working characteristics that make trial work appealing
• The need for reducing pressure and accepting imperfections in law practice
• Handling career lows and gearing up for the next case
• The experiences of working with an all-woman legal team and the collaboration involved
• The highs and the lows faced during a trial
• The appeal of their work even amidst the lows experienced
• Their small and big picture goals for Themis, emphasizing it as a safe space for women and trials, and expanding its reach

Episode Resources https://www.halemonico.com/themis-trial-by-women/

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