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Advice to Get a Job in Tech after Law with Ed Cottrell

March 31, 2025 • Sarah Cottrell • Episode 261

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On today’s podcast, Sarah is chatting with a familiar guest who has been on the podcast several times. It’s her husband, Ed Cottrell. They met in law school and graduated at the same time.

Ed’s path took a different route than Sarah’s, and he now works in the tech field after leaving law. Today's conversation explores the common interest of many lawyers Sarah speaks with to explore jobs in tech. If you’ve been curious about getting a tech job or want to learn more about Ed’s journey.

See show notes at formerlawyer.com/261

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