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Hot Docket Podcast - Biweekly Bites of Law firm Marketing by MeanPugFamily Lawyer Explains Prenups, Postnups, and More | Mark KachhiWhat does it take to run a family law practice? From high-stakes custody battles to the truth behind prenups, Mark Kachhi, Founder of The Mark Kachhi Law Firm, has seen it all. In this episode of Hot Docket, he shares why he chose family law over other legal fields, the challenges he faces, and the unexpected rewards of the practice.Mark breaks down prenups and postnups, explaining why they’re more common than you think and when they’re essential. He also reveals the biggest mistakes people make in divorce and custody disputes, plus how a strong stra...2025-04-0221 min
Solo in South PhillyS2 E2: Marla Samora "Coming to America"
Marla Samora, Esquire, a seasoned expert in Immigration Law
discusses the different paths to residency in the United States. She also explains the “90 Day Fiancé Fallacy”,
and her proposed solutions to the problems in Immigration Law.
2023-12-211h 13
Solo in South PhillyS2 E1: Nicholas Palazzo "THE WOLF OF BROAD STREET”Nicholas Palazzo, a Partner at The Defino Law Associates, P.C. takes us into the realm of Personal Injury Law. Nick debunks certain “myths” about his area of practice and explains why bigger isn’t always better when hiring a personal injury lawyer. He also gives some practical tips for how to live your life in a prudent manner.
2023-09-011h 48
Solo in South PhillySolo in South Philly: Season 2 TrailerWe are back with Season 2 of the Solo in South Philly Podcast. Season 2 is called "I Need a Lawyer". I will be speaking to lawyers that I reach out to when I need information or advice. You will hear from lawyers in various areas of the law. Please give it a listen, you may learn something, or know who to call if you are in need of a lawyer.
2023-09-0100 minSolo in South PhillyClosing Arguments: Lessons Learned From My Season 1 GuestsThank you to all my guests as well as those who helped me produce Season 1 of Solo in South Philly. This episode is a recap of the lessons learned from my guests about law school and their legal careers. 2023-05-1203 min
Solo in South PhillyEpisode 10: Professor Ron Bretz, "Cooley's Rockstar Professor"Professor Ron Bretz shares his stories of arguing before Thurgood Marshall and Sandra Day
O’Connor of the United State Supreme Court, his final at bat as a practicing
attorney, and the thrills of his second career as a professor at the largest
law school in the U.S.
2023-03-242h 04
Solo in South PhillyEpisode 9: Manisha Vadgama, Esq. "Going Back to Cali"Manisha was teased as a child for looking different than her peers. This sent her on a lifelong crusade to fight for fairness and equality. She eventually decided that law school would be the best path for her. Manisha talks about the California Bar, criminal law and justice in Los Angeles, what makes a good DA, the OJ trial, and much more. 2023-03-011h 15
Solo in South PhillyEpisode 8: Nikki G. Maples, Esq. “It Takes a Village”Nikki left a great career as a paralegal in Austin, Texas and moved to Michigan to attend law school. Nikki was a student, but also a mother, and a fitness enthusiast. She managed to achieve all her goals, graduate early, and return to Texas as an attorney. Nikki shares her journey, talks about the support she received from friends and family, and development of her protégé and fellow Coooley Grad, Meagan Jones into partner of her firm.2023-01-261h 01
Solo in South PhillyEpisode 7: Jessa Gary, Esq. "A Trek Into The World of Estate Planning"Jessa graduated from college early and came into law school at 21 years of age with only academic experience. She graduated from Thomas Cooley Law School, moved jurisdictions a couple of times, took a couple of bars, and ultimately found a happy professional home in Estate Planning. She was recently named a "Super Lawyer" in the state of Ohio. Jessa shares her professional journey with us.
Show notes: Episode 7: Jessa Gary, Esq. “A Trek Into The World of Estate Planning.” — Bankruptcy | Criminal Defense | Family Law (themarkkachhilawfirm.com) 2023-01-121h 08
Solo in South PhillyEpisode 6: Terrence Williams, Esq. "From the Gridiron to the Red Carpet"Terrence Williams shares his professional journey which began as a professional football player and has since led him to Hollywood. Terrence explains how his football career prepared him for a legal career more than any of his other academic or professional experiences. 2023-01-031h 02
Solo in South PhillyEpisode 5: Ricardo and Rene Diaz, Esq. ; Law and Marriage: A Tale of a Married Couple's Law School and Legal ExperienceHave you ever wondered what it would be like to attend law school, and study for the bar with your spouse? Ricardo and Rene Diaz talk about their legal journeys starting with undergrad and continuing through the Florida Office of State Attorney. 2022-11-231h 29
Solo in South PhillyEpisode 4: Michael Jean, Esq. Top of the Second - From assembly line dreams to defending America's gun rights lobby.Michael Jean* grew up outside of Detroit, Michigan unsure of where he would end up in life. Through some hard lessons and guidance, he managed to graduate from law school, pass the bar, and move his way up within the National Rifle Association “NRA”. Michael talks about his involvement in NY Pistol v. Bruen, his constitutional philosophies, and the Second Amendment.
*Michael is here in his personal capacity, not as a representative of his client. The views expressed are his own personal views and do not necessarily reflect the views of his client.2022-10-201h 46
Solo in South PhillyEpisode 3: Jay K. Nair, Esq. "Better Call Jay: Tales from a real-life criminal defense attorney in Albuquerque, New Mexico."Jay K. Nair is from Chicago and spent his college days in sunny Southern California. Following law school, he randomly found himself at a crossroads in New Mexico, just like Bugs Bunny. Jay decided to open his own practice and traversed the state "Lincoln Lawyer" style handling criminal defense matters. Jay shares his journey with us and tells us what it is really like to work in Saul Goodman's line of work in Albuquerque. 2022-10-1353 min
Solo in South PhillyEpisode 2: Christian Wise Smith, Esq. From College Hill to Italy: Christian's inspiring journey from negative to positive.Christian got off to a rough start in life and was headed down the wrong path. Fortunately, he met a great mentor, took advantage of a couple of breaks, and since then has used education to open up doors for him.2022-10-061h 51
Solo in South PhillyEpisode 1: Cheyne R. Scott, Esq.: Two Bar Exams, Making Partner, The NJ Supreme Court, and Life Coaching, all in a decade's work.Right now, Cheyne is a highly accomplished civil litigation attorney who focuses on labor and employment law. However, this did not happen overnight. Cheyne tells us about her decade-long transformation from a Michigan State Spartan having a little too much fun in undergrad, to making partner and arguing in front of the New Jersey Supreme Court. 2022-09-2957 min
Solo in South PhillyTRAILER: Solo in South Philly (Season 1: Law School Reunion)I’m Mark Kachhi and I’m the host of the Solo in South Philly podcast. I’ve recently opened up my own law practice at 17th and Snyder in the heart of South Philly. This podcast series will cover various aspects of the legal profession and touch on a variety of topics.
My first season is called “Law School Reunion”. I had the pleasure of attending one of the most diverse law schools in the nation. My classmates came from all over the country, from a variety of backgrounds, and from different stations in their professional lives. I wi...2022-09-2901 minSolo in South PhillySolo in South Philly (Trailer)2022-09-2800 min