“Before embarking on a new adventure, do you seek advice from those who have been there and done that already?

Do you utilize the experience of those around you to prepare as best you can for the next professional phase in your life?

If the answer to the above questions is “yes,” then you’re in good company, along with Morgan, Akins & Jackson’s summer intern Marissa Cuka.

MA&J was lucky enough to have Marissa as a member of our ranks this Summer before she headed back to law school.  Marissa was a valuable colleague who helped us out a lot in a myriad of ways.  And we trust that she learned quite a bit about the legal profession along the way.

Part of this learning was through hands-on, real-world experience.  Marissa attended court events, researched legal topics, drafted documents, and completed a host of vital tasks for the firm.

But another bit of learning occurred when she was joined by Nate Bohlander, Karla Jean-Baptiste, and Tom Dougherty on an episode of “The Defense Never Rests” podcast.  Nate, Karla, and Tom – MA&J attorneys at different stages of their respective legal careers – fielded all types of questions from Marissa about the profession. 

These included steps to take while in law school to prepare for active practice, the importance of networking, interactions with opposing counsel and clients, among many other topics.  Since Nate, Karla, and Tom took varying paths to arrive as practicing attorneys with the firm, they were each able to bring their own personal stories and tips to the table during the podcast.  And, in the process, provide Marissa – and any other aspiring lawyers – with invaluable ideas about how to succeed in law school and the legal arena.

Please check out the latest episode of “The Defense Never Rests,” available on Apple podcasts and YouTube!”