SideBar Advisors
Step into the world of law with host Niraj Chhabra as he engages in conversations with accomplished attorneys from diverse legal backgrounds.
In this podcast series, we aim to inspire and enlighten the legal community by uncovering the remarkable stories and achievements of these legal professionals. Gain exclusive insights into their work both inside and outside the courtroom, discovering the profound impact they make in the field of law.
Podcasting since 2022 • 69 episodes
SideBar Advisors
Latest Episodes
Melissa Peters: What Really Drives Lateral Partner Hiring Today
Lateral moves look straightforward from the outside. In reality, most fail for reasons attorneys don’t always see coming.In this episode of the Sidebar Advisors Podcast, Niraj Chhabra sits down with Melissa Peters,...
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Episode 69
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47:00
Hedieh Fakhriyazdi: What Growth Really Looks Like Inside a Big Law Firm
A lot of people in Big Law hear the phrase “professional development” — but don’t always know what it actually means in practice.In this episode of the Sidebar Advisors Podcast, Niraj Chhabra sits down with He...
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Episode 68
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59:19
Merle Vaughn: Making the Right Move in Law and Recruiting from the Inside
Few people have a clearer view into the legal talent market than Merle Vaughn, Partner and Law Firm Diversity Practice Leader at Major, Lindsey & Africa.In this episode of the Sidebar Advisors Podcast, Merle jo...
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Episode 67
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0:31
Larry Pon: Tax Planning for Attorneys Entering 2026
As the year closes and a new tax landscape takes shape, attorneys can’t afford to rely on outdated assumptions about withholdings, deductions, or firm structures.In this episode of The Sidebar Advisors Podcast, Niraj Chhabra sits down wi...
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Episode 66
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