Juliet Peters has never been afraid to reinvent herself. She started in journalism, moved into litigation, transitioned to in-house counsel, and now runs Framework Legal, a business law firm helping entrepreneurs navigate transactions and growth. Throughout her career, curiosity has been her greatest asset—leading her to explore new industries, embrace change, and design a career that fits her strengths. In this episode, Juliet shares why lawyers should lean into career evolution, how asking the right questions leads to success, and why flexibility is the key to longevity in law.
Lawyer Side Hustles
Juliet’s work extends beyond legal services—she is also a coach and mentor, working with women entrepreneurs to navigate leadership, business ownership, and growth. She believes that women bring unique strengths to leadership but often face structural and societal challenges in scaling their businesses.
“Women do way better in communities. When they create and build a community, everyone in that community rises,” shares Juliet Peters in Episode 186 of You Are a Lawyer.As she pivots her career again, she is focusing more on coaching, leadership development, and media work. Returning to her journalism roots, she plans to build a media platform focused on educating and supporting women business owners. She encourages lawyers to embrace side businesses that align with their interests, whether in writing, coaching, or creating digital platforms to share knowledge.
LISTEN TO LEARN
- How curiosity can shape a legal career that evolves with you
- Why embracing change, rather than resisting it, leads to better career satisfaction
- How asking the right questions—whether in journalism, law, or business—can open doors to new opportunities
WE ALSO DISCUSS
- Juliet’s career pivots from journalism to litigation to business law
- Why flexibility and a growth mindset are critical in legal and business careers
- The art of curiosity—how asking the right questions leads to smarter decisions and better business outcomes
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