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Motion Denied

Motion Denied gives aspiring lawyers, law students, and legal professionals direct access to the stories, advice, and experiences of successful attorneys, judges, and legal leaders. Through candid conversations, we explore their journeys to the legal profession, the lessons they've learned along the way, and the insights that can help listeners build their own path in law. 

Episodes

  1. 2d ago

    Episode 2 – Inside the Maryland Judiciary: A Conversation with Judge Wayne Brooks

    In Episode 2 of Motion Denied, I sit down with Judge Wayne Brooks, Administrative Judge for the District Court of Maryland, District 10, to discuss his remarkable journey through public service and the legal profession. Judge Brooks reflects on his path from serving as a Captain in the U.S. Army Judge Advocate General’s Corps to working as a prosecutor, public defender, and administrative law judge before joining the District Court bench in 2014. We also explore his leadership as Administrative Judge, his commitment to improving access to justice, alternative dispute resolution, and the lessons he’s learned throughout decades of service to Maryland’s legal community.  Whether you’re a law student, aspiring attorney, or simply interested in the people shaping our justice system, this conversation offers valuable insight into judicial leadership, public service, and what it truly means to serve both the law and the community.

  2. Jul 14

    Episode 1 - From Engineer to Attorney: Brian Chappell’s Unconventional Path to Big Law

    In the inaugural episode of Motion Denied, I sit down with Brian Chappell, Senior Counsel at Hogan Lovells, to discuss his unique journey from engineering to law and how that unconventional path shaped his legal career. Brian shares insights into the energy and infrastructure sector, the skills that transferred from engineering to legal practice, and the lessons he’s learned throughout his distinguished career. We also discuss career transitions, professional growth, and advice for current law students and aspiring attorneys looking to carve out their own path in the legal profession. Whether you’re a law student, young attorney, or simply interested in the stories behind successful legal careers, this conversation offers valuable perspective on the many roads that can lead to success in the law.

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Motion Denied gives aspiring lawyers, law students, and legal professionals direct access to the stories, advice, and experiences of successful attorneys, judges, and legal leaders. Through candid conversations, we explore their journeys to the legal profession, the lessons they've learned along the way, and the insights that can help listeners build their own path in law. 

Information

  • Creator
    Motion Denied
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    2
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Motion Denied