Beyond the Bar Podcast

Ever wonder what happens when musical talent meets legal expertise? In this fun episode of Beyond the Bar podcast, Anissa sits down with Melissa Glassman, a family law rockstar who's killing it at Advocate LLP in NYC.Melissa's story is anything but ordinary! She takes us from her childhood dream of becoming a lawyer to her surprising years at the famous LaGuardia High School for Performing Arts (yes, the "Fame" sc...

Buckle up for an extraordinary conversation that peels back the layers of family law and human resilience. Jill Spielberg isn't just another attorney - she's a warrior who transforms personal pain into professional purpose. Hear the untold stories behind divorce, discover the shocking truth about how children really experience family breakdowns, and learn how one woman turns life's most challenging moments into a powerf...

What happens when life's challenges reshape not just your personal journey, but your entire professional path? In this powerful episode of Beyond the Bar Podcast, host Denisa Tova sits down with distinguished family law attorney Dolores Gebhardt, who shares her remarkable journey from labor law to becoming a renowned family law expert. After experiencing divorce firsthand, Dolores shifted her entire career to help others naviga...

In this special episode of Beyond the Bar Podcast, host Denisa Tova reunites with attorney Jacqueline Newman, who returns with her daughter Alexandra to share how a baking mishap during COVID led to their innovative dessert brand "That's the Way the Muffin Crumbles." Discover how this creative mother-daughter team balances family dynamics with entrepreneurship, learn about their unique approach to dessert presentation...

Join host Denisa Tova as she sits down with rising country star Karissa Ella on the latest episode of Beyond the Bar Podcast! This Ohio native shares her incredible journey from being a shy singer who refused to perform at family gatherings to making her CMA Fest debut and performing for Randy Travis himself.Karissa opens up about conquering stage fright, finding her voice in Nashville's competitive music scene, and the emotion...

What if everything you've been taught about practicing law is holding you back?A small-town girl becomes one of New York's elite divorce attorneys. But after 30 years of court battles, she discovered something that changed everything. Ellen Jancko-Baken reveals how she went from struggling to belong in affluent Scarsdale to leading a revolution in family law. She shares the unconventional advice that saved her 41-year marri...

From playing Mississippi juke joints at 12 to commanding a million-strong crowd at Berlin's Brandenburg Gate, blues virtuoso Vasti Jackson electrifies this episode with raw authenticity and soul-stirring stories. Experience his magnetic transition from B.B. King's collaborator to embodying Ike Turner on stage, while discovering how this guitar prodigy became a force for global change through music. Jackson strips away the g...

Meet the attorney who's flipping the script on family law. In this raw conversation, Asia Scarlett-Jones reveals why she launched her firm during COVID with one radical mission: prove that divorce doesn't have to destroy families.

Now an Amazon bestselling author and FamilyKind's Rising Star, Asia exposes why traditional litigation is failing families and shares the unconventional methods that are helping her clients fi...

Imagine growing up in Egypt, Norway, and England, then becoming a military prosecutor, and finally landing as a top family law attorney in Colorado Springs. This isn't a Hollywood script—this is Carl Graham's real life. In this raw and unfiltered podcast episode, Carl pulls back the curtain on a legal career that defies expectations. From navigating international schools as a teenager to handling complex military divorce cases, Ca...

Ever wondered what REALLY happens behind the scenes of a family law case? In this EXPLOSIVE podcast episode, Kristen Holstrom and Samantha McBride—aka the CUSTODY QUEENS—shatter everything you thought you knew about family law. 👉 KEY INSIGHTS YOU'LL LEARN: - Why traditional legal approaches are BROKEN - How compassion becomes your most powerful legal strategy - The REAL emotional journey behind family legal battles - Personal st...

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Susan Moss, a powerhouse family law attorney who proves that legal work can be both serious and deeply compassionate. In this episode, Susan takes us on a remarkable journey that defies expectations: 🌟 Transitioned from representing women who killed their abusers to becoming a top matrimonial lawyer 💼 Brings unconventional strategies to helping clients navigate life's most challenging tr...

Ever wondered what it takes to transform personal challenges into a powerhouse career? 🌟 Join Rosa Acosta's jaw-dropping journey from ballet prodigy to multi-talented entrepreneur: 💃 Breaking body image barriers 💪 Building her fitness empire Body by Rosa Acosta 🏋️‍♀️ Acting breakthrough in Johnson 🎭 Passionate animal rescue advocate 🐶 Redefining success on her own terms Rosa reveals the raw, unfiltered story of resilie...

Ever wondered what really happens behind the scenes in family court? Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Gabriella Formosa, a top family law attorney who's rewriting the rules of legal practice. In this deep-dive podcast episode, Gabriella breaks down the most misunderstood aspects of matrimonial law. She reveals how successful attorneys navigate the most emotionally charged legal battles without losing their humanity. Ga...

Join us for an intimate conversation with legal powerhouse John Pappalardo, who leads a 12-member matrimonial law firm, The Pappalardo Law Group PLLC, and serves as a State Department referral attorney for Missing and Exploited Children cases. In this candid discussion, John reveals his journey from a "challenging teenager" to becoming a respected family law attorney, mediator, and professor at Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace ...

Want to build a successful international business? Alexandra Tribe shares the exact steps she took to grow from a skeptical law graduate to co-founding Expatriate Law, a leading international family law firm. In this episode, discover: 🚀 The counterintuitive career move that launched her global practice 🤝 How family resistance turned into a powerful business partnership 💻 The tech adoption strategy that put her firm years ahead ...

Buckle up, folks, because we're about to take you on a wild ride through the life and career of Jonathan Steele, a divorce attorney defying the odds and making a name for himself. From starting out as a 16-year-old law clerk to becoming a respected partner at a top Chicago firm, Jonathan's journey is anything but conventional. In this no-holds-barred conversation, we'll peel back the curtain on the emotional rollercoaster that is ...

Embark on a captivating journey with the legendary Linda Peaches. From her humble beginnings in rural Maryland to her meteoric rise to fame as one half of the iconic duo Peaches & Herb, Linda's story is one of resilience, passion, and purpose. In this exclusive interview, Linda shares intimate details about her life, career, and unwavering faith. Discover the secrets behind her timeless hits, the challenges she overcame, and t...

Beyond the Bar Podcast presents an intimate conversation with Joshua Katz, a distinguished family law attorney with an unexpected origin story. From an aspiring professional clarinetist to handling high-profile custody battles, Josh shares his journey of reinvention and finding passion in unexpected places. In this episode: ⚖️ Why he abandoned his dreams of performing with the NY Philharmonic 🎵 How music shaped his approach to law...

🔥 NYC'S TOP DIVORCE ATTORNEY TELLS ALL Aimee Richter didn't come from a family of lawyers. She had no connections. No fancy pedigree. Just a decision to go to law school... and an understanding that true power doesn't come from being the loudest in the room. Now she's a name partner at NYC's 4th largest minority-owned firm. In this raw conversation, Aimee reveals: ⚡️ Why kindness is your competitive advantage ⚡️ The real reason ...