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• 76. Deliberate Justice: Strategic Pathways from Women Leading Law

  “The pipeline isn’t broken. The system is.” — Sonya Palmer This special episode of LawHer was recorded live at the Women in Trial Travel Summit (WITTS) and serves as the capstone to Season 3. Drawing on insights from 60+ powerhouse women featured throughout the show’s history, host Sonya Palmer distills what it really takes to own power faster—and keep it longer—in the legal industry. Whether you’re launching your career or scaling your firm, these strategies are meant to elevate your impact and sharpen your sense of purpose. This marks the end of Season 3, but we’re not going anywhere. LawHer is shifting to summer hours—bringing you fresh episodes every other week. Subscribe now so you don’t miss a moment. Follow LawHer on Instagram DELIBERATE JUSTICE: THE FOUR PILLARS Deliberate Network Building – From forging new communities to finding mentors who match your ambition, strategic connection is power. Deliberate Brand Development – Your brand is your story. Craft it with intention and use it to claim space, not just visibility. Deliberate Business Development – Business skills aren’t optional. The most successful women-led firms use systems, values, and financial clarity to scale impact. 4 .Deliberate Leadership – It’s not about titles. It’s about vision, systems, and leading in ways that elevate others.

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• 75. How to Create a Legal Career You’re Obsessed With w/ Nicole Perrotta

  “What do you want to do with your wild and precious life?” — Nicole Perrotta Nicole Perrotta always knew how to hustle. She hit six figures before 30, climbed the ladder in a male-dominated industry, and checked all the boxes of “success.” But when every line item of success didn’t add up, she made a bold decision. This episode is about more than chasing titles or paychecks—it’s about the courage to ask, “What do you want to do with your wild and precious life?” Nicole’s journey offers a roadmap for women attorneys (and beyond) ready to realign their values and design a life that feels like theirs. Follow LawHer on Instagram Nicole Perrotta is a business strategist, leadership coach, and founder of The Wild Coaching Program, where she empowers women to reclaim authorship of their lives and careers. After years in high-stakes corporate environments, she now helps women leaders identify the stories that no longer serve them—and guides them to build new ones that do. LinkedIn WILD 1:1 Career Coaching Website I Instagram The hidden cost of staying in the wrong story—and the freedom of choosing your own How to use values as a compass for confidence, even in the face of doubt Practical steps to reclaim your career power: side hustles, boundaries, and building your own safety net About Nicole PerrottaWhat’s in This Episode:

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• 74. Owning the Room: Legal Media Strategy, Power & Presence w/ Sarah Parisi

  “Visibility is power—and power grows when you own your difference.” — Sarah Parisi Sarah Parisi never waited to be invited into the room—she walked in like she owned it. From a rainbow dress and a plastic microphone in Tennessee to the VP of Media at Rankings.io, Sarah’s story is about claiming space, mastering strategy, and reshaping what legal media can look like. In a world of flashy billboards and louder-than-life legal ads, what actually makes an attorney stand out? For Sarah Parisi, VP of Media at Rankings.io, it's not about volume—it’s about visibility with intention. In this episode, Sarah pulls back the curtain on the strategies women lawyers can use to build trusted, powerful legal brands through media. Follow LawHer on Instagram About Sarah Parisi Sarah Parisi is the Vice President of Media at Rankings.io, where she oversees millions in ad spend and helps law firms across the country claim visibility. With more than a decade of experience in attorney advertising, she has a deep understanding of media strategy, campaign performance, and the power of brand storytelling. She’s known for her candor, her hustle, and her heart—and she’s on a mission to make women more visible in the legal landscape. LinkedIn  What’s in This Episode: How to break into legal media and TV advertising Why female presence is a legal marketing superpower Real talk on trust issues in attorney advertising

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• 73. Grief was the Ground: The Rise of Sparrow Law w/ Nikka Maleki

  "You don’t have to trade humanity for success." — Nikka Maleki At just four years out of law school, Nikka Maleki co-founded Sparrow Law Group —and in its first year, Sparrow surpassed $1 million in attorney’s fees. She did it by rewriting all the rules. For her, power isn’t about prestige or posturing. It’s about showing up with empathy, fighting like hell for your clients, and never forgetting your own story. In this episode of LawHer, Nikka shares how losing her mother on the second day of law school changed everything, how grief became her greatest teacher, and why authenticity is her firm’s most strategic asset. From the heartbreak that shaped her to the courtroom strategies she’s honed, this is a story of vulnerability, vision, and the kind of leadership that grows in the dark. Nikka Maleki is the co-founder and managing partner of Sparrow Law Group, an employee advocacy firm based in Los Angeles. Just four years after graduating from Southwestern Law School, she launched her own firm—and in its first year, Sparrow surpassed $1 million in attorney’s fees with only two founding partners.A former defense-side litigator who once represented Fortune 500 companies, Nikka now fights for workers facing harassment, discrimination, and wrongful termination. About Nikka Maleki LinkedIn  Sparrow Law Group: Website I Instagram What’s in This Episode: Power in Vulnerability: Nikka’s take on showing up authentically—and how it changes conversations, cases, and courtroom energy. No Lane, No Limits: What it’s like to build a law firm from scratch, and how Sparrow Law Group made seven figures in year one—without sacrificing values. Human-Centered Advocacy: Why she believes storytelling is a legal strategy—and how her firm helps clients reclaim their voice and power Scaling with Soul: What it means to grow a business intentionally, with the right hires, the right cases, and the right kind of culture.

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• 72. The Overachiever's Guide to Letting Go (and Leveling Up): Leaving Big Law and Gaining Control w/ Lauren Grochow

  "I used to think control meant doing it all. Now I know real power is knowing when to hand it over." — Lauren Grochow Ten years into Big Law, Lauren Grochow had everything she thought she wanted—title, prestige, and the next rung on the ladder in sight. But with a six-month-old baby in her arms and a mentor’s question still echoing in her ears, she made a move that changed everything. In this episode of LawHer, Lauren shares how motherhood reshaped her ambition, why launching her own firm was an act of both resistance and renewal, and how empathy became her sharpest tool in the courtroom. From defending workers in high-stakes disputes to building a team-first workplace with Zoom babies and shared racetracks, Lauren is leading a new kind of legal practice—one rooted in purpose, community, and sustainable power. This is the story of a litigator who walked away from the illusion of stability to build something radically human. About Lauren Grochow Lauren Grochow is the founder of Grochow Law, a plaintiff-side employment firm based in Southern California that advocates for workers facing discrimination, retaliation, harassment, and wrongful termination. Outside the courtroom, Lauren is a community builder and mentor through Mommy Esq., a support network for lawyer moms. She lives and practices in Orange County, where she’s known for blending jiu-jitsu with justice—and for turning firm ownership into a path for purpose. LinkedIn  Grochow Law Website What’s in This Episode: The Power of No: Why boundaries are a form of advocacy—and how Lauren teaches her team and clients to use “no” with conviction. Culture that Cares: From shared calendars to shared playdates, how Lauren designed a workplace that respects people’s lives. Justice as Empathy: What it means to represent workers in their most vulnerable moments—and how Lauren channels that into strategic, client-first litigation. Rituals for Resilience: The unexpected role jiu-jitsu, therapy, and yoga play in helping her carry the emotional weight of the work.

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