My BarStory
The Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association is proud to bring you the most compelling content, and to bring our commitment to the Rule of Law to your favorite podcast stream. As our Bar approached its 150th Anniversary with Legacy 150, you'll hear the impact our Bar has had on some of Northeast Ohio's most distinguished legal leaders. You'll also hear from a new generation, ready to take on work and life with optimism and courage. We honor the past, we look to the future, and we wanna have some fun! Watch our feed for frequent updates!
Podcasting since 2022 • 77 episodes
My BarStory
Latest Episodes
My BarStory S03E06 - Melanie Beechuk and Lacey Krizman with Matt Besser
“I was just ready to die.”Those are the words of the HR director at NRS Injury Law Melanie Beechuk, as she stared down from an eight-story balcony. She spent a decade trapped in an abusive relationship and was desperate for a way ...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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35:33
My BarStory S03E05 - Raising the Bar for Women in Law
Did you know that women are more than 50% of law school graduates, but have only 20% of senior management positions in U.S. law firms? That's just one of the compelling issues facing women in law. In this episode of My BarStory, we look forward...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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50:25
My BarStory S03E04 - Matt Besser, Nick DiCello, Gabrielle Kelly and Chris Schmitt
In 2025, the CMBA has issued a number of statements regarding the Rule of Law and why defending it is the very foundation of this organization. So why do we do it? Why do we take public opinions on issues that might be controversial? Let’s hear...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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37:31
My BarStory S03E03 - The Cleveland Legal Collaborative Fellows - The New Class
Last year, we introduced you to the first cohort of Cleveland Legal Collaborative Fellows. These new lawyers were filled with passion for serving those who can’t afford m...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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My BarStory S03E02 - Judge Charles L. Patton and Richard S. Koblentz
Just how much has the practice of law changed in the last 50 years? We're going to learn how much from two men who have practiced here in Cleveland for more than half a century.Cleveland Municipal Court Judge Charles L. Patton, Jr. and ...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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32:00
