Keep It Legal

Mark Annick

A show dedicated to litigation and current events broken down by our legal experts. Learn more at androvett.com

  1. MAR 27

    Women’s History Month: A Conversation with the Next Generation of Trial Lawyers

    In recognition of Women’s History Month, this episode of Keep It Legal features a conversation with four associate attorneys from Burns Charest — Hannah Crowe, Natalie Earles, Claire Bosarge Curwick and Laura Soundy Seggerman. Together, they discuss their paths into litigation, the realities of practicing law early in their careers, and the responsibility of representing clients in complex, high-stakes cases. The conversation also explores what it means to advocate for women in the courtroom, from preparing witnesses to presenting deeply personal stories to a jury. The group reflects on mentorship, firm culture and the evolving role of women in the legal profession, along with the challenges and opportunities that come with building a career in trial law. https://burnscharest.com/

    50 min

  2. 12/30/2025

    30 Years of Legal Marketing: Technology, Trust, and Adaptation

    In this special anniversary episode of Keep It Legal, host Mark Annick is joined by Androvett Legal Media & Marketing leadership to look back on 30 years of legal marketing, from Yellow Pages ads to today’s world of video, AI and evolving search. The discussion covers how technology has changed law firm marketing, why trust and storytelling still matter and how firms can adapt to new tools without losing what sets them apart.

    1h 4m

  3. 03/04/2025

    Women's History Month with Heather Hilgers

    In honor of Women's History Month, host Mark Annick sits down with Heather Hilgers, founder of Hilgers Graben, the largest women-owned law firm in the country. The two discuss the firm’s growth, its unique culture, and what it takes to lead a nationwide team of top-tier attorneys. The conversation explores: Women in leadership – Breaking barriers and building a law firm with national impactBalancing law and life – Leading a firm while raising four kidsGrowth and innovation – Scaling beyond a personality-driven model to create lasting successAnd not to mention the firm's “No Jerks” policy. Ms. Hilgers also shares insights on recruiting top talent, empowering women in law, and why vulnerability is a strength in leadership.  More about Heather Hilgers: https://hilgersgraben.com/professionals/heather-hilgers/ More about Hilgers Graben: https://hilgersgraben.com/

    46 min

  4. 03/03/2025

    Succession Planning with Jake Pollack

    In this episode of Keep It Legal, we sat down with Jake Pollack, wealth transfer planning attorney at Shackleford, McKinley & Norton in Dallas. We dive into the critical, yet often overlooked, topic of business succession planning. Mr. Pollack shares insights on why nearly 70% of family businesses lack a formal succession plan, the challenges of transferring ownership, and how proactive planning can prevent disputes and protect a company’s legacy.  Learn about Jake Pollack here: https://shackelford.law/profiles/jake-n-pollack/

    45 min

  5. 01/13/2025

    Top 10 Legal Stories of 2024 Recap

    In 2024, Texas was once again at the forefront of some of the biggest legal stories of the year. Androvett Legal Media & Marketing takes a look at the Top 10 Texas Legal Stories that shaped the legal landscape for the year.  To view the full list, visit https://androvett.com/media-coverage/top-10-legal-news-for-2024

    51 min

  6. 10/22/2024

    Legacy of Law with Ashley Wright & Judge Derbha Jones

    In this episode, we sit down with Winston & Strawn attorney Ashley Wright and her mother, Judge Derbha Jones in Denton County, to discuss diversity in the legal industry, second-career lawyers, and the power of letting your work speak for itself.  The duo shares personal stories of breaking barriers, navigating new careers as mothers, and leading by example, offering inspiring insights for anyone pursuing a path in law.  Learn more about Ashley Wright here: https://www.winston.com/en/professionals/wright-ashley-j

    53 min

  7. 09/09/2024

    Back to School with Katie Anderson

    Keep It Legal sits down with Katie Anderson, who provides legal solutions for public and private educational institutions. In this episode, we discuss the biggest issues facing schools and educators, including book bans, cell phones, AI, teacher retention and more.     "Schools come to me when something went wrong... My legal advice is based on the best interest of the student."    Katie also represents governmental entities, including housing authorities and cities, through counseling and litigation.   Learn more about her here: https://www.ccsb.com/professionals/katie-anderson/

    42 min

  8. 06/03/2024

    Crisis Communications: Part 2

    PART 2: This episode, the PR professionals at Androvett gathered around the mic (again!) to talk Crisis Communications.  This time, we break down American Airlines' and Scottie Scheffler's legal woes, plus what went wrong with Houston's weather response. Like we mentioned in Part 1, you can’t plan for everything. However, creating a strong framework will ensure that your response is measured, your message is credible and that you’re able to put your stakeholders at ease, even when the unexpected happens. Learn more: https://www.androvett.com/services/crisis-communications

    24 min
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A show dedicated to litigation and current events broken down by our legal experts. Learn more at androvett.com

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  • Creator
    Mark Annick
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    28
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Keep It Legal
  • Show Website
    Keep It Legal