Dec 9, 2019

Orrick’s Betsy Popken has been passionate about human rights since before she went to law school. She brought that passion to Orrick, working on pro bono matters as a summer and full-time associate. When the Arab Spring began, she took leave with her litigation practice group’s support to work on UN-mediated...

Nov 12, 2019

In this inspiring podcast, meet Guido Rahr, conservationist and CEO of one of Orrick’s longtime pro bono clients, the Wild Salmon Center. Guido talks with Mitch about his unique approach to protecting wild salmon ecosystems and why we should all “fall in love with a river.” Mitch also published a Business Insider...

Oct 24, 2019

The author of three books about workplace behavior and leadership, Dr. Arin Reeves offers evidence-based recommendations on what we all can do to be more inclusive. She helps us understand confirmation bias. She also shares why building relationships across diverse groups often fails – and one surefire way to...

Aug 5, 2019

What is the key to happiness? As we all strive for professional and personal happiness – for ourselves and our teams – we turned to Dan Gilbert for insight. He is one of the world’s leading experts on the science of happiness. And you may find his data helpful in your own decision-making.

Jul 10, 2019

If you think you don’t have time to work out, imagine how Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg fits it in. Bryant Johnson, trainer to RBG and other justices, tells us how she does it and explains why physical wellness is integral to performance in other parts of your life. Bryant also shares a valuable idea about how to think...