Sidebar Advisors
A podcast exploring the careers, choices and strategies shaping today’s legal landscape.
Hosted by Niraj Chhabra, each episode explores the intersection of law, career growth, and financial decision-making. Through conversations on leadership, professional development and business building, we unpack the moments that define success.
For those thinking about what’s next or looking to grow and feel more fulfilled in their current role, these conversations offer a thoughtful look at building a meaningful and successful career in and around the legal world.
Sidebar Advisors
Ian Murray: Student Loans, Lifestyle Design, and Planning Smarter
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In this episode, Niraj is joined by friend, colleague, and fellow advisor Ian Murray, CFP®, CSLP®.
In this episode they discuss the real-life role student loans play in financial planning - especially for attorneys earning at the higher end of the scale.
They talk through how student loan strategy shifts across compensation tiers, how to balance repayment with long-term planning, and how lifestyle design and financial clarity go hand in hand.
You’ll also hear thoughts on the latest student loan legislation and what income-based repayment means in today’s environment.
Whether you're managing loans, thinking about career shifts, or building a more intentional financial plan—this one's packed with insight.