Life & Law: Your Practice. Your Life. Your Terms.
Heather Moulder
Life & Law is podcast for lawyers who want to build real success without sacrificing themselves in the process. If you’ve done everything “right” and still feel stretched thin, boxed in, or quietly wondering is this really it? — You’re in the right place. Because legal success shouldn’t come at the cost of your health, relationships, or sense of self.
Hosted by Heather Moulder, former BigLaw partner turned lawyer business and leadership coach, Life & Law delivers practical, real-world conversations about what it actually takes to thrive in today’s legal profession without ignoring the realities of firm life, client demands, or personal limits.
Episodes blend business strategy, leadership development, and mindset tools to help you:
→ Build a profitable, sustainable law practice
→ Lead with clarity, confidence, and credibility
→ Make smarter business and career decisions
→ Set boundaries that stick
→ Define success on your terms
You’ll hear solo episodes from Heather alongside honest conversations with experts, each designed to help you course-correct, take back control, and create a legal career that supports your whole life (not just your billables).
New episodes drop every Tuesday (Fall, Winter, and Spring).
For more information about Heather and the podcast visit: https://www.lifeandlawpodcast.com.
Hosted by Heather Moulder, former BigLaw partner turned lawyer business and leadership coach, Life & Law delivers practical, real-world conversations about what it actually takes to thrive in today’s legal profession without ignoring the realities of firm life, client demands, or personal limits.
Episodes blend business strategy, leadership development, and mindset tools to help you:
→ Build a profitable, sustainable law practice
→ Lead with clarity, confidence, and credibility
→ Make smarter business and career decisions
→ Set boundaries that stick
→ Define success on your terms
You’ll hear solo episodes from Heather alongside honest conversations with experts, each designed to help you course-correct, take back control, and create a legal career that supports your whole life (not just your billables).
New episodes drop every Tuesday (Fall, Winter, and Spring).
For more information about Heather and the podcast visit: https://www.lifeandlawpodcast.com.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Feb 10, 2026 • 28min
#227: Want to Leave Your Law Firm But Can’t – Yet?
You want to leave your law firm but can't yet (because you need more experience, want to get through a big deal/case, circumstances or another good reason). Listen to find out how to create a strategic plan for staying, tips for staying sane, and how to know it's time to leave (regardless of the plan).
Recommended Supplemental Episodes:
Episode 24: Setting Boundaries (Why They Lead to Success)
https://www.lifeandlawpodcast.com/podcast/setting-boundaries-for-success/
Episode 93: This Isn't Who You Are (Lawyer Identity Crisis)
https://www.lifeandlawpodcast.com/podcast/lawyer-identity-crisis/
Episode 14: Success & Balance As A Lawyer
https://www.lifeandlawpodcast.com/podcast/legal-success-and-balance/
Episode 152: Choose Your Hard
https://www.lifeandlawpodcast.com/podcast/lawyer-life-choose-your-hard/
Success Without Sacrifice Newsletter for Lawyers:
https://www.coursecorrectioncoaching.com/connect/
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Feb 3, 2026 • 29min
#226: Making Partner Changes Everything (Even Mentor Relationships)
Making partner changes just about everything. One area of change that catches most lawyers off guard is the negative impact your promotion can have on some of your best relationships - especially those relationships with mentors who helped you get to where you are. Listen to today's Life & Law episode to learn:
>>> The warning signs that your mentor/mentee relationship has changed,
>>> Why it's happening (and why not to immediately judge your mentor),
>>> What NOT to do, and
>>> How to move forward without burning bridges.
Recommended Supplemental Episodes:
Episode 171: You're (Finally) A Law Firm Partner - What To Expect
https://www.lifeandlawpodcast.com/podcast/what-to-expect-law-firm-partner/
Episode 165: Maximize Your Mentor/Mentee Relationships
https://www.lifeandlawpodcast.com/podcast/mentor-mentee-relationships/
Episode 140: How to Draw Boundaries
https://www.lifeandlawpodcast.com/podcast/how-to-draw-boundaries/
Success Without Sacrifice Newsletter for Lawyers:
https://www.coursecorrectioncoaching.com/connect/
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Jan 27, 2026 • 56min
#225: There Are Many Ways to Meditate (Meditation Manual for Busy Lawyers)
Practical meditation methods tailored for busy professionals. A rundown of ten varied practices from breathwork and body scans to movement, mantra, visualization, and sound baths. Tips on guided versus unguided approaches, calming versus insight practices, and using meditation as a toolbox for sleep, focus, emotional awareness, and quick resets.
Jan 20, 2026 • 50min
#224: From Lawyer To Leader (What It Takes To Be An Effective Leader)
Join me and guest Allison Williams to learn what it takes to be an effective leader (not just a manager). Because your leadership style matters - for building the right team and culture. Today's episode will give you concrete guidance on how to start becoming a better leader and manager. Inside today's podcast, you'll learn:
- The difference between managing and leading.
- The importance of values for building the right culture.
- How to align your hiring and training to your values
- The biggest leadership mistake lawyers make (that fuels chaos).
- Leadership tips for how to hold your team accountable without micromanaging.
For show notes and additional resources:
https://www.lifeandlawpodcast.com/podcast/be-an-effective-leader
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Jan 13, 2026 • 32min
#223: Lawyers’ Guidebook To Executive Presence – Be An Inspiring & Influential Leader
Executive presence is often misunderstood as polish, performance, or playing by outdated rules. It can feel like pressure to become someone you’re not. But real presence isn’t about fitting a mold; it’s about confidence, composure, communication, and emotional intelligence – all grounded in authenticity. Listen to today's episode to:
--> Discover how mindset shapes executive presence.
--> Understand why impostor syndrome shows up for even the most accomplished leaders.
--> Learn practical strategies to own the room without compromising who you are.
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Jan 6, 2026 • 28min
#222: Looking Back to Move Forward
Dive into powerful insights as Heather reflects on 2025 to chart a more intentional 2026. She emphasizes the importance of looking back for better clarity ahead. Discover when it’s crucial to embrace change and the value of focusing on what truly works for you. Ignore conventional growth norms and carve your own path instead. Heather also highlights the necessity of creating flexible systems while making deliberate financial decisions. Join her journey of growth and self-awareness!
Dec 30, 2025 • 21min
#221: What You Need to Know To Achieve Your Goals [Rewind Episode]
Exploring the journey of goal achievement, the podcast emphasizes the concept of 'failing forward'—learning from missteps to accelerate success. A year-end review is introduced, along with a helpful 15-question process to reflect on past goals. Listeners are encouraged to document original goals, assess outcomes, and identify both supportive and hindering habits. Celebrating non-goal successes and accounting for unforeseen events are highlighted. Finally, the discussion inspires listeners to envision their future self and identify necessary growth resources.
Dec 23, 2025 • 31min
#220: Increase Productivity, Decrease Stress (With This Surprising Strategy) [Rewind Episode]
Tired of feeling stressed, tired and overwhelmed? Want to be more productive and efficient? [Don't we all?] In today's rewind episode from the early days, learn the simple yet surprising strategy that will increase productivity, decrease stress.
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Dec 16, 2025 • 45min
#219: Be A Wealthy Lawyer
Join Jeffrey Lamont, the savvy financial planner specializing in advising lawyers, as he reveals why high earners often struggle with wealth accumulation. He discusses the impact of lifestyle inflation, the importance of intentional saving, and common financial blind spots attorneys face. Jeffrey stresses the value of living modestly for long-term freedom and shares insights on planned financial transitions in retirement. Plus, he offers a simple yet effective action item for lawyers to take control of their finances this week.
Dec 9, 2025 • 21min
#218: The Reality of Lawyer Training (Who Should Do It, What To Do)
Today, we address two questions I get asked all the time: Who should be training young associates (senior associates, partners or both)? And how can you possibly fit that in (what with your billable hour requirements, need to develop business, client management and so on)? Listen find out who should be training young associates and for tips on how to do it in a way where you get the best ROI.
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