Counsel To Counsel - Career Advice For Lawyers

Many lawyers find themselves questioning whether the traditional practice of law is the right long-term fit. In this episode, host Stephen Seckler speaks with Kim Fine and Neil Handwerker, co-founders of ex judicata, a platform designed to help lawyers explore and transition to non-legal careers. Kim Fine brings a wealth of experience as a legal industry executive, including her time as Managing Director at ALM (American Lawyer Media). Neil Handwerker is a former practicing attorney and seasoned legal recruiter who has advised lawyers on career transitions for decades. Together, they launched ex judicata to address a growing need: helping lawyers find more fulfilling career paths outside of traditional legal roles. In This Episode: * The origin story of ex judicata and the founders' earlier work with Fulcrum Information Services * Common reasons lawyers want to transition out of practice: burnout, billable hour pressure, and desire for team-oriented environments * How ex judicata supports lawyers: diagnostic