Season 1, Episode 9: The Intersection of Art and Law (with Sarah Feingold)

Sarah Feingold, a co-founder of The Fourth Floor, an organization dedicated to empowering women in board positions and helping startups thrive, is also an Engelberg Center fellow at NYU Law School. As a lawyer, she made iconic contributions as Etsy's first lawyer and Vroom's first lawyer. Sarah's passion for art, particularly jewelry and metalsmithing, has been a lifelong pursuit. She intertwines her legal expertise with her creative pursuits, recognizing the synergy between law and art in fostering personal growth and professional development.

In her conversation, Sarah shares insights into the intersection of law, art, and coping mechanisms during challenging times like the COVID-19 pandemic. She discusses her project, Legal Madness, which aims to bring to light the untold stories of in-house counsel through theater. Through her experiences and reflections, Sarah offers valuable lessons on authenticity, dealing with imposter syndrome, and the power of storytelling in both legal practice and artistic expression.

Learning outcomes:

1. Understanding the intersection of law and art: Sarah Feingold demonstrates how her legal background complements her artistic pursuits, highlighting the transferable skills and personal growth opportunities that arise from engaging in both fields.
2. Coping mechanisms during challenging times: Sarah shares her journey of navigating the COVID-19 pandemic, offering insights into dealing with feelings of guilt, shame, and imposter syndrome, and finding inspiration through creative outlets.
3. The importance of storytelling in law and art: Through her project, Legal Madness, Sarah emphasizes the significance of storytelling in legal practice and its potential to foster empathy, learning, and connection within the legal community and beyond.