NALP PDI 2023: Gen Z’s Impact, Mental Health, and Authenticity in Law with Meredith Zadnichek

In this episode of Lawyers who Lead, host Sigalle Barness interviews Meredith Zadnichek, the Director of Attorney Professional Development and Integration at Smith, Gambrell and Russell.

They discuss Meredith's career shift from PR to law, the importance of relationship building in her role, and the impacts of incoming Generation Z lawyers on law firms. Meredith shares her personal experiences of transitioning between firms, her insights from the current conference, and explanations of how Gen Z's expectations are changing the legal profession.

She also underscores the emphasis on mental health awareness in modern lawyer recruitment strategies, and the need for authentic leadership in law. The conversation wraps up with Meredith sharing her self-care ritual and how it aids her productivity.

Visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredithzadnichek to learn more.