Episodes

  • The Summer of SCOTUS: Big Decisions & Impact

    The Summer of SCOTUS: Big Decisions & Impact
    Jul 3 2026
    Summer is upon us and the Supreme Court of the United States is set to rule on a number of landmark cases including birthright citizenship, transgender athletes, campaign finance limits, and mail-in ballots. On this Lawyer 2 Lawyer episode, Craig welcomes Steven D. Schwinn, professor of law at the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law, as they spotlight the summer of SCOTUS. Craig & Steve discuss the major SCOTUS decisions happening this summer and the potential impact of these rulings.
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    44 mins
  • Birthright Citizenship, a SCOTUS Ruling, & the Impact on Immigration Policy

    Birthright Citizenship, a SCOTUS Ruling, & the Impact on Immigration Policy
    Jun 19 2026
    At the end of June, early July of 2026, the Supreme Court will make a decision on President Donald Trump’s executive order attempting to end birthright citizenship. On this Lawyer 2 Lawyer episode, Craig welcomes Paul Finkelman, legal historian and professor of law at Albany Law School, as they spotlight birthright citizenship. Craig & Paul discuss the Trump administration’s efforts to end birthright citizenship, the legality of the executive order, the 14th amendment, amicus briefs, and the potential impact of the upcoming SCOTUS ruling on immigration policy. Mentioned in this Episode: Brief for Professors Gabriel J. Chin, Paul Finkelman, and Erika Lee as Amici Curiae In Support of Respondents
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    33 mins
  • National Monuments, Public Lands, & Presidential Power

    National Monuments, Public Lands, & Presidential Power
    Jun 5 2026
    Back in 2025, the Department of Justice issued a legal opinion stating that presidents may have authority not only to create but also to revoke national monuments established by prior presidents. So what does this mean for protections for national monuments and public lands like the Grand Staircase and Bears Ears National Monument? On this Lawyer 2 Lawyer episode, Craig welcomes professor of law, Mark Squillace from the University of Colorado Law School, as they spotlight national monuments, public lands, and presidential power. Craig & Mark discuss the DOJ’s legal opinion on national monuments, monument and public land protections, Congressional authority, the Antiquities Act of 1906, conservation law, and federal land management.
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    40 mins
  • Actions of the DOJ, Threats to the Judiciary, & Judicial Independence

    Actions of the DOJ, Threats to the Judiciary, & Judicial Independence
    May 29 2026
    On July 4th, 2026, the United States will celebrate its 250th anniversary. Americans will reflect not only on our history, but on the institutions that have carried us through. Among the most important of those institutions are our courts and the justice system. On this Lawyer 2 Lawyer episode, Craig welcomes Judge Jeremy D. Fogel, the first Executive Director of the Berkeley Judicial Institute. Craig & Judge Fogel discuss the Department of Justice’s recent overall actions, threats to the judiciary, judicial independence, and why this all matters as we approach our nation's 250th. Mentioned in this Episode: Keep Our Republic
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    33 mins
  • Taylor Swift, Trademark Law, & AI

    Taylor Swift, Trademark Law, & AI
    May 15 2026
    The rise of artificial intelligence has created new legal challenges around identity and consent, especially for public figures like Taylor Swift. In response, Taylor has recently taken matters into her own hands by filing trademark applications to protect her voice and image from AI. On this Lawyer 2 Lawyer episode, Craig welcomes Attorney Daliah Saper, Principal at Saper Law Offices. Craig & Daliah discuss spotlight trademark law, AI, trademarking voice and image, and how AI has changed the game when it comes to trademark protection for celebrities and non-celebrities. Mentioned in this Episode: Legal Issues Surrounding Social Media Featuring Daliah Saper (2010) Attorney Daliah Saper is Principal at Saper Law Offices. Daliah’s practice focuses on a number of practice areas including trademark, copyright, and entertainment law.
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    32 mins
  • Voting & Election Law: Current Issues Ahead of the 2026 Midterm Elections

    Voting & Election Law: Current Issues Ahead of the 2026 Midterm Elections
    Apr 24 2026
    As the 2026 midterm elections inch closer and closer, controversial issues surrounding voting have become the focus of a national debate. Voter identification laws, mail-in voting, redistricting, and election security are just some of the current issues ahead of the elections. On this Lawyer 2 Lawyer episode, Craig welcomes Nicholas Stephanopoulos, Kirkland & Ellis Professor of Law at Harvard Law School and Director of Strategy of the Election Law Clinic. Craig & Nick discuss mail-in voting, redistricting, the Voting Rights Act, gerrymandering, the electoral college v. popular vote, SCOTUS' potential influence on elections, and other various voting issues leading up to the midterm elections. Mentioned in this Episode: PlanScore
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    36 mins
  • Law School Accreditation: Shaping the Future of the Profession

    Law School Accreditation: Shaping the Future of the Profession
    Apr 10 2026
    Law school accreditation is an essential component in shaping the future of our legal profession. The Council of the American Bar Association Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar, which operates independently of the ABA, is the only national accreditor of law schools. where they set the standards for curriculum, faculty, and facilities to ensure quality legal education. Craig welcomes Daniel R. Thies, Chair of the Council of the American Bar Association Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar. Craig & Daniel discuss law school accreditation, misconceptions, accreditation at the state and federal levels right now, the value of a single national accreditor, and the impact on the legal profession. Mentioned in this Episode: Council of the the American Bar Association Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar
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    44 mins
  • Citizens United: A Strategy to Take Dark Money Out of Politics

    Citizens United: A Strategy to Take Dark Money Out of Politics
    Mar 27 2026
    Back in 2010, in the campaign finance case, Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission, SCOTUS ruled in favor of Citizens United stating that the First Amendment prohibits the government from restricting independent political expenditures by corporations and unions. This then opened the door to unlimited political spending by corporations and outside groups, ultimately reshaping our elections. Craig welcomes Tom Moore, Senior Fellow for Democracy Policy at the Center for American Progress, to discuss the 2010 Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission decision. Craig & Tom take a look at the impact of this SCOTUS ruling over 16 years, and in an election year, how a state's authority over corporations can take out dark money in politics. Mentioned in this Episode: Transparent Election Initiative The Montana Plan
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    37 mins