Episode 5 - Michael Kraver (Lead Counsel, Technology + Data Legal at Walmart)

Episode 5 - Michael Kraver (Lead Counsel, Technology + Data Legal at Walmart)

Join Michael Kraver as he discuses his impressive 12+ years of in-house experience within the technology, eCommerce, and consumer products sectors. Initially a litigator, he discusses his transitioned seamlessly into various in-house roles, showcasing intellectual agility by rapidly adapting to the evolving legal landscape of emerging technologies. Kraver's role as a manager overseeing a team at Walmart involves navigating complex legal challenges in outbound licensing deals, product counseling for innovative initiatives like virtual try-on and Generative AI, and addressing privacy and InfoSec concerns under CCPA, CPRA, and GDPR. Listen to hear our conversation!

Episode 4 - John Marcoux (Intellectual Property Lawyer to Entertainment Lawyer)

Join John Marcoux, a Cornell law school graduate, on his captivating podcast as he shares the extraordinary trajectory of his career—from navigating the complexities of intellectual property law to establishing a thriving yoga studio in Chicago, and finally, evolving into an entertainment lawyer. Delve into the insightful episodes that unravel the nuanced journey of transitioning between legal domains and discover the fascinating intersections between a computer science major's background and the dynamic field of intellectual property.

Episode 3 - Oliver Olanoff (General Counsel handling unclaimed property examinations)

For my third episode, I interviewed Oliver Olanoff, a seasoned legal professional with over 11 years of experience, serves as the Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel at EECS. In his current role, he oversees all facets of unclaimed property examinations, from initial conferences to state-compliant reporting, demonstrating a strong commitment to data security and confidentiality. With a background in representing prestigious clients in intricate commercial and financial matters, as well as handling high-profile investigations by governmental agencies, Oliver brings a wealth of expertise to his role as the main liaison between EECS and holder institutions, ensuring the efficient deployment of resources for unclaimed property audits.

Episode 2 - Dave Clark (Employment Lawyer)

For my second episode, I interviewed Dave Clark, who focuses on employment-related disputes including harassment, discrimination, fraud, and unfair competition. Today, Dave will be discussing his journey IN becoming a lawyer, as well as informing our audience on the role of an employment lawyer, and providing tips on how to handle employment related disputes.

Episode 1 - Harry (Criminal Lawyer)

For my first episode, I interviewed my father, Harry. He discussed the ins and outs of the process of becoming a lawyer, and gave tips on what to do when arrested, pulled over by the police, and navigating law school with his own added personal experiences.