In Episode 031 of The Former Lawyer Podcast, I’m sharing my conversation with Adam Kol. Adam practiced tax law before leaving to become a couples financial counselor.

In this conversation, Adam shares about:

• The way that the expectations of others drove him to law school;
• Quitting his tax lawyer job at Deloitte to spend a year as an animal activist supported by his savings;
• Working at a non-profit as a lawyer supporting initiatives to combat homelessness;
• Why he started coaching people as a side hustle;
• How his life got out of balance and how he identified what needed to change;
• How getting laid off spurred him to focus on his coaching practice full-time;
• Stumbling into the niche of couples financial counseling;
• Seeing his clients’ lives change when they are able to communicate about money and problem-solve regarding their money together;
• Dealing with loved ones’ disappointment and anger about leaving his legal career;
• His advice on how to start a conversation about money for lawyers who have a partner and are wanting to make a career change;
• and much more! 

Show Notes:

• Connect with Adam on his website, LinkedIn, Instagram, or listen to his podcast, The Equal Partners Podcast