WILL - Women Interested in Leaving Law

Lawyer Liberation: Heather’s Move From Big Law to Coach

May 20, 2026·34 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

“The world's not gonna fall apart without you for a couple of hours.” It’s the phrase that EVERY woman lawyer needs to hear. From early career misery to making partner in big law, Heather did everything “right.” Until a life-changing cancer diagnosis forced her to rethink what success actually meant.In this episode, Heather shares how she rebuilt her career and her life on her own terms. We cover:Why you can’t just “think” your way to clarity.The identity shift required to leave or redefine your legal career.How to build a successful, sustainable career without sacrificing your life.Learn how to leave law or love your role within law. As a woman lawyer, leaving a legal career is almost unthinkable, especially if you believe you can’t do anything other than be a lawyer or you are accustomed to people-pleasing. About HeatherHeather Moulder is a former BigLaw partner turned lawyer business coach and host of Life & Law, a lawyer podcast about achieving success without the sacrifice. After building a multi-million dollar law practice around a full life, she left it all to help other lawyers do the same. ConnectCoaching Website: https://www.coursecorrectioncoaching.com/ Podcast Website: https://www.lifeandlawpodcast.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heathermoulder/ WILLThe WILL- Women Interested in Leaving Law Podcast is hosted by Elena Deutsch, a dedicated legal career coach and catalyst. This podcast is more than a good listen; it’s an invitation to explore new possibilities and shed limiting beliefs. As WILL Alumni and guests share their journeys beyond traditional legal careers, you’ll see that you can leave or love law.Feel stuck, unhappy, or ready to explore your own WILL journey?Book your consultation: https://consultation.womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com/2-step-sales-page-page-4160FollowLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elena-deutsch/Instagram: www.instagram.com/womeninterestedinleavinglawFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/womeninterestedinleavinglawWeb: https://womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com

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