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

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

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