35 episodes

Where do students go for a 101 introduction to corporate lawyering, emerging industries, and the practice areas and issues relevant to them? This podcast aims to do just that. Season 1 explores lawyering across the corporate life cycle. In Season 2, we interview current & former lawyers with interesting stories, career pivots, and passion projects; learn about lawyering in a bear market; and explore the next big emerging industries. The HLEP Podcast is a production of the Harvard Law Entrepreneurship Project, an officially recognized student organization of Harvard Law School. Hosted by Ben Ho

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    • 4.8 • 19 Ratings

Where do students go for a 101 introduction to corporate lawyering, emerging industries, and the practice areas and issues relevant to them? This podcast aims to do just that. Season 1 explores lawyering across the corporate life cycle. In Season 2, we interview current & former lawyers with interesting stories, career pivots, and passion projects; learn about lawyering in a bear market; and explore the next big emerging industries. The HLEP Podcast is a production of the Harvard Law Entrepreneurship Project, an officially recognized student organization of Harvard Law School. Hosted by Ben Ho

    “The New Legal Landscape of Sports Betting” featuring Ashwin Krishnan, Chief Legal Officer at Betr.

    “The New Legal Landscape of Sports Betting” featuring Ashwin Krishnan, Chief Legal Officer at Betr.

    Join us for a conversation on the exciting developments in the world of sports betting. Following a landmark 2018 Supreme Court ruling, betting platforms have rapidly expanded across the US, each offering users a unique experience. Ashwin Krishnan offers firsthand insight from the perspective of Betr, a company co-founded by influencer Jake Paul. We cover a wide range of topics including responsible gaming, partnerships in sports business, and how law students interested in sports and entertainment can set themselves up for success.



    Hosted by: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Anthony Analla

    Edited and produced by: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nicolas Besso⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Follow and connect with us at our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    More on HLEP at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠clinics.law.harvard.edu/hlep

    • 49 min
    “Gameplan Advantage: A New Sports Age” with Carolyn Renzin, Chief Legal and Compliance Officer at FanDuel

    “Gameplan Advantage: A New Sports Age” with Carolyn Renzin, Chief Legal and Compliance Officer at FanDuel

    Dive into the thrilling world of sports betting with our latest podcast episode featuring Carolyn Renzin, Chief Legal and Compliance Officer at Fanduel. Discover what it took to navigate the legal complexities of a company navigating new legal frontiers and gain insight into the fascinating legal questions driving the development of sports and tech. From innovative technology to evolving regulations, we uncover what the future of this industry may look like and what skills lawyers should have to support companies and founders in this space.



    Hosted by: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Grace Kim⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Edited and produced by: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Nicolas Besso⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Follow and connect with us at our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    More on HLEP at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠clinics.law.harvard.edu/hlep

    • 56 min
    “AI Ventures: Navigating Legal Frontiers” with Rebecca Lynn, Co-Founder and General Partner of Canvas Ventures

    “AI Ventures: Navigating Legal Frontiers” with Rebecca Lynn, Co-Founder and General Partner of Canvas Ventures

    Tune into our last episode of our AI Ventures miniseries where we are joined by Rebecca Lynn, Co-Founder and General Partner of Canvas Ventures, renowned for pioneering investments in AI applications within Fintech and Healthtech. Rebecca, a distinguished investor who has graced the prestigious Midas list an impressive five times, invites you to explore her journey navigating the ever-evolving realm of venture capital. 

    Listen today to discover firsthand what it takes to identify and nurture successful AI companies. Rebecca sheds light on the nuances of risk assessment, resilience in founders, and the critical factors that drive investment decisions. Gain unparalleled insights as Rebecca unveils the process behind investing in groundbreaking ventures like Casetext, offering invaluable perspectives on the legal tech landscape. 

    Don't miss this opportunity to glean wisdom from a trailblazing investor! Join us and uncover the keys to thriving in the fast-paced world of AI-driven entrepreneurship.



    Hosted by: ⁠⁠⁠Grace Kim⁠⁠⁠

    Edited and produced by: ⁠⁠⁠Nicolas Besso⁠⁠⁠

    Follow and connect with us at our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    More on HLEP at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠clinics.law.harvard.edu/hlep

    • 50 min
    “AI Ventures: Navigating Legal Frontiers” with Pablo Arredondo, founder of Casetext, current VP & Co-Counsel at Thomson Reuters

    “AI Ventures: Navigating Legal Frontiers” with Pablo Arredondo, founder of Casetext, current VP & Co-Counsel at Thomson Reuters

    Dive into the intersection of AI and law with our next episode in the miniseries, “AI Ventures: Navigating Legal Frontiers.” In this installment, we feature Pablo Arredondo, the founder of Casetext and currently the Vice President, CoCounsel at Thomson Reuters. Pablo shares his journey, beginning with how he identified a gap in the legal industry and the bold steps he undertook to address it. From his encounter with GPT-4 and the pivotal moments leading to the evolution of Casetext, to the transformative impact AI will have on the legal sector, discover the innovative ways you can prepare to harness the power of cutting-edge tools in legal tech.

    This episode is essential listening whether you're a seasoned lawyer, a curious law student, or a budding entrepreneur. Tune in to explore the cutting edge of legal technology with us!



    Hosted by: ⁠⁠Grace Kim⁠⁠

    Edited and produced by: ⁠⁠Nicolas Besso⁠⁠

    Follow and connect with us at our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    More on HLEP at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠clinics.law.harvard.edu/hlep

    • 48 min
    “AI Ventures: Navigating Legal Frontiers” with Marty Gomez, Partner at Goodwin

    “AI Ventures: Navigating Legal Frontiers” with Marty Gomez, Partner at Goodwin

    In this episode, we're thrilled to have Martin Gomez, a partner in Goodwin’s Technology and Life Sciences Business Unit. Marty is at the forefront of intellectual property matters and specializes in supporting technology and life sciences companies through the intricacies of new company formation, IP protection, fundraising, strategic transactions, and exits.

    Join us as we explore the ever-evolving landscape of law and technology, and discover why AI is not a threat to legal jobs but an invaluable tool that lawyers should harness to shape the future of the profession. This is an episode you won't want to miss, especially if you're considering entering the legal tech space or simply intrigued by the transformative power of artificial intelligence.



    Hosted by: ⁠Grace Kim⁠

    Edited and produced by: ⁠Nicolas Besso⁠

    Follow and connect with us at our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠

    More on HLEP at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠clinics.law.harvard.edu/hlep

    • 48 min
    “Fashion and Beauty: Breaking the Mold” with Giselle Rivers, Partner at Cooley

    “Fashion and Beauty: Breaking the Mold” with Giselle Rivers, Partner at Cooley

    Join us for the final episode of our Fashion and Beauty miniseries, where we are joined by Giselle Rivers, Partner at Cooley. Giselle offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the support and guidance she offers to emerging companies in the beauty and fashion space. Discover how Giselle has forged deep and meaningful relationships by working alongside innovative founders and gain valuable insights into the upcoming trends poised to transform the landscape of beauty and fashion in the future!



    Hosted by: Grace Kim

    Edited and produced by: Nicolas Besso

    Follow and connect with us at our ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠

    More on HLEP at ⁠⁠⁠⁠clinics.law.harvard.edu/hlep

    • 42 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
19 Ratings

19 Ratings

Matan Neuman ,

Must Listen for Any Law Student or Entrepreneur

This podcast is AWESOME! Ben brings on fantastic guests from the most well-renowned tech-focused law firms in the world to discuss the legal and practical work involved in taking companies from cradle to exit.

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