From Burnout to Balance: Real Talk with Four Women Leading in Family Law

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Welcome to a special episode of The Modern Arizona Podcast, where we pull back the curtain on what it really looks like to build a career in family law.

In this candid roundtable, Billie Tarascio is joined by her three law partners at Modern Law—Stacey Rogan, Heather Pelaez, and Kylie Bigelow—for an insightful conversation tailor-made for future attorneys, law students, and practicing lawyers looking to understand the reality of being a woman in law, building a sustainable legal career, and the evolving legal landscape.

Whether you're fresh out of law school, considering a shift in your legal career, or wondering what it takes to become a managing partner—this conversation is packed with honest reflections, powerful advice, and real-world insight from four powerhouse women in family law.

🔥 What You’ll Learn:

The unconventional journeys that led each partner to where they are now

The highs and lows of family law, including burnout, courtroom wins, and emotional resilience

How access to justice, legal paraprofessionals (LPs), and AI tools are impacting the legal field

Real talk on sexism in the legal profession—from microaggressions to evolving dynamics

Why women are underrepresented in law firm leadership—and how Modern Law is flipping the script

Advice for young lawyers: from courtroom confidence to managing emotional burnout

Leadership styles, mentorship, and why creating your own system matters

This episode is more than a conversation—it's a roadmap for lawyers committed to doing meaningful work and living a balanced life.

Want to learn more about the attorneys or book a consultation? Go to www.mymodernlaw.com today!  

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