Conversate with Akeem D. Earle

In this episode of Conversate with Akeem D. Earle, we sit down with Era Kryeziu, a rising personal injury attorney in the DMV area who is redefining what it means to balance a demanding legal career with new motherhood.

Era shares her powerful journey from graduating UDC David A. Clarke School of Law to handling immigration and family law cases at the DC Affordable Law Firm and now thriving in personal injury law. She opens up about...

In this episode of Conversate with Akeem D. Earle, I sit down with Emily Logan Stedman, a commercial litigation partner at Husch Blackwell LLP. Emily takes us on her journey from teaching 5th grade through Teach For America to making partner at an AmLaw100 firm in Milwaukee.

We dive into the realities of Big Law—beyond the Twitter hot takes. Emily unpacks the highs and lows of trial experience, the truth about billable hours, and ho...

What does it really take to be a lawyer and a creative at the highest level? On this episode of Conversate with Akeem D. Earle, I’m joined by London Lewis, an entertainment lawyer, producer, and writer whose fingerprints are on some of the biggest projects in the game — including American Fiction, The Blackening, Self Reliance, and viral shows from The Shade Room.

As the current Head of Business & Legal Affairs for MRC’s Film Gr...

In this heartfelt episode, Akeem and Tonee take a trip down memory lane to share their law school love story — from meeting during 1L to navigating the challenges of legal education together. They get candid about the highs, the lows, and whether they’d do it all over again. Tune in for laughs, deep reflections, and some real talk about the law school grind.

⏱ Episode Breakdown:

00:00 – Intro

02:00 – How We Met: A Law School Love Stor...

In this episode, we sit down with Gary Kohlman , former General Counsel for the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA), to dive into his illustrious legal career. With over 40 years of experience as a trial attorney, defense lawyer, and sports law expert, Gary has been at the forefront of high-stakes negotiations and landmark legal cases involving NBA superstars like LeBron James, Chris Paul, Carmelo Anthony, and Michael Jo...

Welcome to another captivating episode of Conversate with Akeem D. Earle! In this installment, I am thrilled to introduce the delightful Tonee Earle as the official co-host of the podcast. Together, we delve into our professional lives, offering insights into the intricacies of courtroom dynamics and sharing anecdotes from our mock trial experiences during law school. Join us as we uncover invaluable gems to empower you in navigati...

Join us for a compelling episode as we sit down with defense attorney Camille Wagner for an in-depth exploration of her journey in the legal profession. Camille, a native of France fluent in three languages – French, Spanish, and English, brings a unique perspective to her practice.With a background that spans continents, Camille's career trajectory is fascinating. Graduating from the University of D.C. David A. Clarke School of La...

Tonée Earle serves as a bar exam tutor and coach, specializing in helping retakers conquer their exams. Her own success story speaks volumes; passing the D.C. bar on her first attempt with an exceptional score and subsequently acing the Virginia bar exam illustrate her mastery of legal concepts and exam strategies.

When she is not coaching students, Tonée, an accomplished lawyer with a passion for family law and estate planning, br...

Keith Morgan, a seasoned attorney with a diverse background that spans both the courtroom and the classroom, was born in Newark, NJ, and raised in Lynchburg, VA. Keith's legal odyssey began at Earlham College in Richmond, IN where he earned is bachelor’s degree and then went on to the University of Virginia School of Law. Keith embarked on a career that would lead him from a Staff Attorney at the Federal Elections Commission to...

Join us for a captivating live interview with the Attorney General for the District of Columbia, hosted at my very own Alma Mater, the University of D.C. David A. Clarke School of Law. In this special episode, we delve into the remarkable work and responsibilities of the District's top legal officer, gaining insights into the impact his office has on our nation's capital.

Discover the legal origin story of our esteemed gues...

Hailing from the Bronx, New York, Robert Newman is a testament to the idea that it's never too late to chase your dreams. From Administrative Parks and Recreation Manager at the NYC Department of Parks & Recreation to COO of AmeriDream, Newman had a successful professional career. However, the dream of becoming a lawyer had always lingered in the background.

At the age of 50, with a lifetime of experiences under his belt, R...

Isaro Carter, Esq is an entertainment lawyer who has carved her own path in the industry. As the founding attorney of The Carter Firm, she empowers her clients by ensuring they understand the purpose of the legal processes surrounding their work, ultimately protecting their interests.

Based in the heart of New York City, her practice focuses on the intersection of intellectual property law and entertainment law, with a special emph...

In this episode, join us as we delve into the remarkable story of an ambitious lawyer who embarked on the path of entrepreneurship right after law school. Our guest, Delali Dagadu, Esq, shares her inspiring journey of starting her own law firm, DAGADU LAW PLLC, specializing in immigration law. Born in Monrovia, Liberia, and raised in multiple countries, including the United States, Delali brings a unique perspective to her legal pr...

Gary Williams graduated with honors from Southern University and A&M College in 2014, where he earned a degree in Criminal Justice with a minor in Computer Science. In 2018, Gary earned his Juris Doctor from Southern University Law Center in Baton Rogue, Louisiana. While attending Southern University Law Center, Mr. Williams was a member of the Moot Court, where he was the Historian. In addition, he served in the Student Bar As...

What better way to end Season 1 than the have the special guest be the best podcast host in the game, Akeem D. Earle!  Akeem Earle is originally from New York hailing from Brooklyn and Long Island. He received his undergraduate degree from West Chester University of Pennsylvania and earned his juris doctor from the University of the District of Columbia David A. Clarke School of Law. Akeem worked his way through law school as ...

Quiana Harris is a native of a small town in eastern North Carolina named Rich Square, and Summa Cum Laude graduate of Winston-Salem State University. Thereafter, Quiana attended Howard University School of Law where she represented clients through the Criminal Justice Clinic and was the Executive Notes and Comments Editor for the Howard Law Journal. Upon graduation from Howard Law, the first-generation Esquire joined the faculty o...

Amber Ivey is a prominent thinker, voice, and leader of cultural change, an expert in data utilization and management, while also being an equitable leader. Ivey was born in Bethesda, Maryland. She earned an undergraduate degree from Old Dominion University, a graduate degree from the University of Maryland College Park, and a law degree from the University of the District of Columbia David A. Clarke School of Law. In 2020, Amber I...

Tyla A. Swinton is originally from Queens, New York. After graduating from (thee illustrious) Howard University, she attended Penn State Law for her JD. Currently, Tyla works at Jackson Lewis P.C. in the Long Island office and practices Affirmative Action, OFCCP and Government Contract Compliance. Recently, she was recognized by The National Black Lawyers as a top 40 Under 40 Black attorney in the state of New York and top 100 in t...

Etienne C. Toussaint, a South Bronx native,  is an interdisciplinary legal scholar with expertise in legal history, contract law, business/corporate law, community economic development, and philosophical legal ethics/professional responsibility. He is currently a law professor at the University of South Carolina School of Law. Professor Toussaint is a graduate of The Massachusetts Institute of Technology. At MIT, he earned an ...