S4 E31: The Lawyer Who Turned Her Own Divorce Into a Mission to Help Others

When litigator Deepti Shenoy faced her own divorce with a five-month-old baby, everything changed. What began as heartbreak became her purpose — reshaping her legal career and inspiring her to create Split Second, a New York City community helping single moms navigate separation and custody.In this episode of Beyond the Bar Podcast, host Denisa Tova dives into Deepti’s story — how she went from corporate law at JPMorgan to hands-on family law, and how lived experience gave her a deeper sense of empathy and connection. They talk about the emotional toll of divorce, the importance of community, and the creative outlets that keep Deepti grounded — from sewing and writing to hydroponic gardening.💛 You’ll hear how she transformed adversity into advocacy, why she believes community is essential for mental health, and what it really takes to find purpose beyond your title.Listen now to discover how one woman turned her personal journey into a mission to support others — and why her advice to anyone rebuilding is simple: find your people.Learn more about Deepti Shenoy: Bio: https://www.mcpherson-pc.com/deepti-shenoy-bioLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/deeptishenoy 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/Podcast Production by HypeCats.com, webinars, and podcasts: https://hypecats.com.