What’s your exit strategy?

This week on Bar Review, Cody Blades, founder of Blades Law, joins us to talk about what happens when things fall apart—and how to build your way out. From getting pushed out to leaving a firm with your clients, this episode is all about reclaiming your autonomy and making your next move with intention.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, sidelined, or like someone else was calling the shots—this conversation is your reminder that you still have power.

Join us for unfiltered lawyer stories, real talk about life as a lawyer, how to (maybe) survive life as a litigator, what it means to be women in law, exploring law school journeys, and the everyday realities of the legal profession — only on Bar Review. Find us online at ⁠www.barreviewllc.com⁠, connect with us on socials @barreviewllc, and send your thoughts, questions, and stories to ⁠hello@barreviewllc.com⁠.

What are you trying to say?

Is it “I don’t have time for this”… but what comes out is “Happy to help!”?

In this episode, we unpack the gap between what you really mean and what you actually say at work—and why it matters more than you think. It’s an honest (and slightly uncomfortable) look at people-pleasing, boundaries, and the quiet scripts running in the background of your conversations.

Think of this as your invitation to start saying what you mean—clearly, professionally, and without setting your career on fire.

Join us for unfiltered lawyer stories, real talk about life as a lawyer, how to (maybe) survive life as a litigator, what it means to be women in law, exploring law school journeys, and the everyday realities of the legal profession — only on Bar Review. Find us online at ⁠www.barreviewllc.com⁠, connect with us on socials @barreviewllc, and send your thoughts, questions, and stories to ⁠hello@barreviewllc.com⁠.

What is mentorship?

In this first episode of Season 2 of Bar Review, we challenge the way people usually think about it. Maybe it’s not about finding a “mentor” at all. Maybe it’s about finding someone who actually cares—someone who tells you the truth, invests in your growth, and speaks about you the same way whether you’re in the room or not.

Not nice. Kind.

At its core, that kind of mentorship starts to look a lot like friendship.

Season 2 starts here.

Join us for unfiltered lawyer stories, real talk about life as a lawyer, how to (maybe) survive life as a litigator, what it means to be women in law, exploring law school journeys, and the everyday realities of the legal profession — only on Bar Review. Find us online at ⁠www.barreviewllc.com⁠, connect with us on socials @barreviewllc, and send your thoughts, questions, and stories to ⁠hello@barreviewllc.com⁠

Season 2 of Bar Review launches March 22, 2026! In the meantime, join us for a quick game of 20 questions with Cari!

Join Bar Review for unfiltered lawyer stories, real talk about life as a lawyer, how to (maybe) survive life as a litigator, what it means to be women in law, exploring law school journeys, and the everyday realities of the legal profession — only on the Bar Review Podcast. Find us online at⁠ ⁠www.barreviewllc.com⁠⁠, connect with us on socials @barreviewllc, and send your thoughts, questions, and stories to ⁠hello@barreviewllc.com⁠.

Season 2 of Bar Review launches March 22, 2026! In the meantime, join us for a quick game of 20 questions with Annika. And maybe learn about your new favorite lunch spot!

Join Bar Review for unfiltered lawyer stories, real talk about life as a lawyer, how to (maybe) survive life as a litigator, what it means to be women in law, exploring law school journeys, and the everyday realities of the legal profession — only on the Bar Review Podcast. Find us online at ⁠www.barreviewllc.com⁠, connect with us on socials @barreviewllc, and send your thoughts, questions, and stories to ⁠hello@barreviewllc.com⁠.

What does it really mean to bring your “authentic self” to work when polish and performance are baked into the job description? In this episode, Cari and Annika take a scalpel to one of corporate culture’s favorite buzzwords: "authenticity." They unpack the double bind of being told to “be yourself,” while navigating rigid expectations about how lawyers should speak, look, behave and even feel. They talk about identity, image, anxiety, boundaries, red wagons (you’ll see), and how hard it is to show up as your full human self when you're never quite sure if that self is “appropriate” enough for the room.

Join us for unfiltered lawyer stories, real talk about life as a lawyer, how to (maybe) survive life as a litigator, what it means to be women in law, exploring law school journeys, and the everyday realities of the legal profession — only on the Bar Review Podcast. Find us online at ⁠www.barreviewllc.com⁠, connect with us on socials @barreviewllc, and send your thoughts, questions, and stories to ⁠hello@barreviewllc.com⁠.

In this episode, we tackle the question every lawyer (or law student) eventually asks: what are my options? Cari and Annika unpack the myth of the “Goldilocks” legal job—one that meets all of your needs without compromise—and share candid reflections about how their priorities and definitions of success have shifted over time. From law school “buckets” to stress hive comparison competitions, this episode is about recognizing when it’s time to pivot, how your goals evolve, and why “perfect” may be less about the job itself and more about the life you build around it.

Join us for unfiltered lawyer stories, real talk about life as a lawyer, how to (maybe) survive life as a litigator, what it means to be women in law, exploring law school journeys, and the everyday realities of the legal profession — only on the Bar Review Podcast. Find us online at⁠ ⁠www.barreviewllc.com⁠⁠, connect with us on socials @barreviewllc, and send your thoughts, questions, and stories to ⁠hello@barreviewllc.com⁠.

Law school teaches you how to “think like a lawyer.” But what does that actually mean? It starts with learning a new language and culture. One filled with Latin phrases, bell curves, and outlines (oh my). When the hive mind swarms, how do you stay grounded in what brought you to law school in the first place? In this one, Cari and Annika unpack what it really takes to survive and maybe even enjoy learning the law. From three- to seven-step study systems and color-coded highlighters to handwritten outlines and whiteboard marathons, they break down what worked, what didn’t, and how the process shapes you long after finals are over.
This isn’t your typical “study tips” episode. It’s an honest look at how people learn and are motivated differently, how competition can warp collaboration, and how to stay grounded (and kind) in one of the most demanding professional environments there is. Also. Don't be a f*cking asshole.

Join us for unfiltered lawyer stories, real talk about life as a lawyer, how to (maybe) survive life as a litigator, what it means to be women in law, exploring law school journeys, and the everyday realities of the legal profession — only on the Bar Review Podcast. Find us online at ⁠www.barreviewllc.com⁠, connect with us on socials @barreviewllc, and send your thoughts, questions, and stories to ⁠hello@barreviewllc.com⁠.