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Podcast: You Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in Law
Episode: When Advocacy Becomes the Career with Mary Ellen O'Connor
Description: Mary Ellen O’Connor is a New York law firm owner who practices workers’ compensation and Social Security disability law. In this episode, Mary Ellen shares how she moved from teaching to law, built a firm rooted in advocacy and empathy, and created a legal career that supports both families and real impact.Lawyer Side HustlesIn addition to running her firm, Mary Ellen has intentionally built a workplace culture that reflects her values. She leads a team of attorneys and staff with flexibility, empathy, and realism, offering split shifts, family-friendly policies, and...