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From Courtrooms to Coaching: Elise Holtzman’s Mission to Empower Lawyers

Ben Chiriboga, Elise Holtzman

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February 19, 2025

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Season 3 Episode 7

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In this inspiring episode of This Legal Life, host Ben Chiriboga speaks with Elise Holtzman, founder of The Lawyer’s Edge and a pioneer in coaching and consulting for legal professionals. Elise shares her journey from being a big law attorney to creating a business that empowers lawyers to thrive. She discusses the challenges of transitioning careers, the importance of building meaningful relationships, and her passion for helping others achieve their full potential. Packed with actionable insights, this episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking growth in their legal career.

About Our Guest

Elise Holtzman has dedicated over 16 years to working with lawyers and law firms to help them be proactive about business development, leadership, and career acceleration. As a former practicing attorney with experience working at Fried Frank and Morgan Lewis, Elise brings a deep understanding of the practice of law (and the demands of operating a firm) to her work.

As the founder of The Lawyer’s Edge, she helps leaders promote a healthy, growth-oriented culture in their firms and coaches lawyers on how to bring in more business, retain clients, and communicate effectively. Elise frequently speaks and writes on the subject of business development and career acceleration for lawyers and is the host of The Lawyer’s Edge Podcast.

Website: https://thelawyersedge.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliseholtzman/

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