Episode 15: A Conversation On A Career Centered In Self - How Alexis Robertson Made the Pivot From Practicing Attorney to Legal D&I Leader by Looking Inward and Following The Thread

Alexis Robertson

Director of Diversity & Inclusion, Foley & Lardner

Today’s episode features Alexis Robertson, Director of Diversity and Inclusion at law firm, Foley & Lardner. She completed her undergraduate degree from American University and went on to receive her law degree from the University of Michigan Law School.

After about a decade as a practicing attorney, a candid conversation with a career coach and some self reflection, Alexis embraced the fact that being a litigator was not fulfilling to her. This realization sparked her journey to legal recruiter and eventually D&I leader. Listen as we discuss how she made the career pivot, some of the unique D&I challenges of the legal field, and how a little self awareness, self care and self love will land you right where you need to be. 

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