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Episode 4: From Fields of Coal to the Fields of Law: Work-Life Integration and Family with Aviva Kaiser
10/30/2025
Episode 4: From Fields of Coal to the Fields of Law: Work-Life Integration and Family with Aviva Kaiser
In this episode of Listening to Lawyers, a special project of the State Bar's Wisconsin Lawyer Assistance Program (WisLAP), attorney Aviva Kaiser shares her inspiring journey from a childhood in a Pennsylvania coal mining town to building a prominent and unconventional career in the legal field. She discusses her experiences with work-life integration, the importance of establishing guiding principles, and the challenges of balancing professional and family life. Aviva reflects on her activism and the role of law in her life, and offers valuable advice for future generations of lawyers, emphasizing the need for support and understanding in navigating the complexities of the legal profession. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Aviva Kaiser and Her Journey 02:17 From Coal Mining Town to Law School 04:37 Activism and the Pursuit of Justice 07:06 Navigating Work-Life Integration as a Lawyer 10:22 Establishing Guiding Principles for Life 15:25 The Role of Law in Personal and Professional Life 18:46 Creating Family Rituals and Quality Time 22:21 Living with Less: Prioritizing Family Over Wealth 25:07 Reflections on Career Choices and Regrets 29:29 Advice for Future Generations of Lawyers
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