Everything you've been told about being a lawyer might be wrong.

The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 261 features William "Bill" T. Reid, senior founding partner of Reid Collins & Tsai LLP, one of the nation's leading plaintiff-side commercial litigation firms.

Bill is the author of Fighting Bullies: The Case for a Career in Plaintiffs' Law - a bold, straight-talking book that challenges the traditional path pushed by law schools and reframes what it means to build a successful legal career. More than just a career guide, the book is a call to think critically about purpose, impact, and the kind of lawyer you actually want to become.

In this episode, we focus on the ideas behind Fighting Bullies - from the realities of BigLaw and the limitations of the billable hour model, to why plaintiffs' law offers a path that combines meaningful work with real opportunity. Bill shares insights from decades of high-stakes litigation and explains why young lawyers should rethink how they define success.

Bill is also an adjunct professor at the University of Texas School of Law, where he teaches Complex Financial Litigation and continues to mentor the next generation.

This is a conversation about purpose, perspective, and choosing a path that actually aligns with who you are.

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She built her legal career during one of the most uncertain financial times in modern history - and never looked back.

The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 260 features Cristina M. Ortiz, Bankruptcy and Foreclosure Lawyer at the Law Office of Cristina M. Ortiz, P.A., based in South Florida.

Cristina is a 2008 graduate of FIU College of Law, attending at a time when the school wasn't even accredited yet - and launching her career during the financial crisis. That experience shaped her approach to helping clients navigate complex financial challenges with clarity and confidence.

Today, Cristina represents individuals, families, and international clients in real estate, foreclosure, and bankruptcy matters, building a practice centered on trust, education, and long-term relationships.

This is a conversation about resilience, building through uncertainty, and creating a practice grounded in service.

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Success in law isn't just about winning cases - it's about finding your purpose.

The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 259 features Scott Brooks, Certified Mediator and Texas Personal Injury Attorney. Scott began his career at a prominent mass torts firm in Houston before transitioning in 2017 to one of the largest personal injury firms in Texas, where he became recognized as one of the top litigators at the firm.

In this episode, we discuss Scott's journey through high-level litigation, his evolution as a trial lawyer, and ultimately what it means to find purpose - not just in the practice of law, but in life. Scott shares insights on stepping into your own path, building something meaningful, and navigating the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship in the legal space.

This is a conversation about growth, direction, and doing work that truly matters.

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