EPISODE · Feb 19, 2025 · 24 MIN
S4 E3: I Was Poor & Didn't Fit In. Now I Transform Divorces Into Healing | Top Family Lawyer Tells All
from Beyond the Bar Podcast · host Denisa Tova
What if everything you've been taught about practicing law is holding you back?A small-town girl becomes one of New York's elite divorce attorneys. But after 30 years of court battles, she discovered something that changed everything. Ellen Jancko-Baken reveals how she went from struggling to belong in affluent Scarsdale to leading a revolution in family law. She shares the unconventional advice that saved her 41-year marriage, why most lawyers fail at creativity, and the brutal truth about finding your place in high-stakes law.In this raw conversation, you'll discover:- The counterintuitive approach that turns bitter divorces into healing journeys- Why believing "that's just the law" is killing your legal career- The surprising connection between sports fanaticism and human connection- A single piece of marriage advice that changes everything- The real reason most lawyers struggle with work-life balanceWhether you're a seasoned attorney or just starting your career, this episode will challenge everything you thought you knew about success in law and life.This is more than a legal career story - it's a masterclass in turning adversity into impact.------------------Learn more about Ellen Jancko-Baken: Bio: https://fbndivorcelaw.com/ellen-janko-baken/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellen-jancko-baken-217abb23/Watch more episodes and connect with Denisa here: https://tovaretirement.com/podcast/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/denisatovaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/denisatovaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/denisatova/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@denisatovaPodcast Production by HypeCats.com, webinars, and podcasts.HypeCats.com: https://hypecats.com
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What if everything you've been taught about practicing law is holding you back?A small-town girl becomes one of New York's elite divorce attorneys. But after 30 years of court battles, she discovered something that changed everything. Ellen Jancko-Baken reveals how she went from struggling to belong in affluent Scarsdale to leading a revolution in family law. She shares the unconventional advice that saved her 41-year marriage, why most lawyers fail at creativity, and the brutal truth about finding your place in high-stakes law.In this raw conversation, you'll discover:- The counterintuitive approach that turns bitter divorces into healing journeys- Why believing "that's just the law" is killing your legal career- The surprising connection between sports fanaticism and human connection- A single piece of marriage advice that changes everything- The real reason most lawyers struggle with work-life balanceWhether you're a seasoned attorney or just starting your career, this episode will challenge everything you thought you knew about success in law and life.This is more than a legal career story - it's a masterclass in turning adversity into impact.------------------Learn more about Ellen Jancko-Baken: Bio: https://fbndivorcelaw.com/ellen-janko-baken/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellen-jancko-baken-217abb23/Watch more episodes and connect with Denisa here: https://tovaretirement.com/podcast/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/denisatovaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/denisatovaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/denisatova/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@denisatovaPodcast Production by HypeCats.com, webinars, and podcasts.HypeCats.com: https://hypecats.com
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