About this episode

The episode discusses legal questions and career advice while addressing jurisdiction issues related to Trump and emphasizes the importance of transparency and mentorship in public service.

In this episode of Sisters Sidebar, Kimberly Atkins Stohr and Joyce Vance answer listener questions on de facto versus de jure, navigating a legal career path, jurisdiction over Trump’s arch, and more. They explain why Virginia has no jurisdiction to stop Trump’s arch, detail the procedural twists in his Florida IRS case, offer advice on avoiding conflicts of interest from political involvement, strongly endorse public tax disclosures for transparency, give legal examples of de facto versus de jure issues using voting rights scenarios, and reflect on mentorship, pro bono work, and finding a rewarding path in public service. Freshen up your spring wardrobe! Get the ReSIStance T-Shirt, Mini Tote, and other #SistersInLaw gear at politicon.com/merch ! Additional #SistersInLaw Projects #SistersInLaw Main Show Jill’s Politicon YouTube Show: Just The Facts Kim’s Newsletter: The Gavel Joyce’s new book, Giving Up Is Unforgivable , is now available, and for a limited time, you have the exclusive opportunity to order a signed copy here . Order Barb’s new book, The Fix , or her first book, Attack From Within , now in paperback. Add the #Sisters & your other favorite Politicon podcast…

People in this episode

Hosts: Kimberly Atkins Stohr, Joyce Vance

Topics covered

• legal career
• jurisdiction
• political involvement
• transparency
• voting rights
• mentorship
• public service

Keywords

• jurisdiction
• Trump
• legal career
• transparency
• voting rights
• mentorship
• public service

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Organizations: Politicon

Books & works: Giving Up Is Unforgivable, The Fix, Attack From Within

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