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Lost Your Job? Scared You're Next?

If you're a lawyer who worked for the federal government here in D.C. or elsewhere, we're here to help.

The Job Jumpstart video course is launching in March 2025 and will cover all the pieces you need to get your job assets in order, LinkedIn looking impressive, and you feeling empowered. 

You are not alone and we're constructing this course for you as fast as we can. 

✔️ If you're an alum of the American University, Washington College of Law, Marianne will be conducting a job webinar for you on Thursday, March 13. Check the WCL website for details & to register. 

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Meet Marianne:

30+ Years in the Legal Industry

Marianne was a trial lawyer handling complex commercial litigation in NYC and the DMV, including working for over a decade with the lawyer who won Loving v. Virginia. Marianne then pivoted into the professional development & marketing side of the industry. 

1000+ Taught

Marianne was not only an adjunct at two D.C. law schools, but she's led and/or been the featured speaker at CLEs, conferences, workshops, roundtables, podcasts, and other events with participants and students now numbering in the thousands.

Professional Coach

Marianne's been coaching lawyers and other professionals (including tech gurus, fashion designers, and award-winning actors) for over 20 years.

Entrepreneur

Marianne's the founder of numerous businesses over the last 15+ years, both in NYC and in the DMV. She wrote a career guide and planner for women lawyers, and frequently presents on topics about professional development.

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Career Support for Attorneys

Being a lawyer is challenging, but lawyer coaching can help you navigate it with greater ease and purpose. Whether you’re deciding where or what to practice, building your client base, enhancing your professional reputation, or stepping into leadership roles, we’re here to support your growth every step of the way.

Our practical, results-focused services include lawyer business development and marketing coaching to help you stand out, and lawyer leadership training to prepare you for bigger opportunities. Through attorney coaching, you’ll get road-tested strategies and ideas to expand your impact, and discover what’s next in a way that excites and inspires you.

At Lawyer BFF, we’re committed to making your legal career less stressful and more rewarding, one step at a time.

 Simplify & Elevate Your Legal Career

"There are many individuals in Washington that say they’re marketing and business development experts, but none in my experience has ever come close to being as effective as Marianne Talbot."

Former CEO, Global Law Firm Alliance

"Marianne's at the top of the pack."

AmLaw 50 Career Advisor

"You killed it. Like therapy." 

BigLaw Program Participant

"It was outstanding, in every way. You are extraordinary."

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