Counsel to Counsel · 2026-07-11 · 30 min
Many lawyers assume their career options begin and end with practicing law. In this episode, Steve speaks with Tony Waller, a lawyer, educator, former nonprofit CEO, and career development leader whose career demonstrates the many ways a legal education can lead to meaningful and rewarding work. Tony discusses his journey from private practice to recruiting, law school career services, nonprofit leadership, and higher education administration. Along the way, he shares practical advice for lawyers and law students who are considering career transitions, searching for more meaningful work, or wondering how to leverage their legal skills outside of traditional practice. Whether you're happy practicing law or considering a different path, this conversation will broaden your perspective on what a successful legal career can look like. Key Takeaways Your legal skills are highly transferable and can create opportunities well beyond traditional legal practice. Career transitions are most successful when they're intentional rather than reactions to temporary dissatisfaction. Lawyers need to become comfortable identifying and communicating the value they bring to employers and clients.
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