In this episode of The Lawmas Podcast, attorneys and moms Lacey and Lauren dive into the important topic of outsourcing, both in business and home life. The episode begins with a brief Q&A about probate records, explaining that wills are public records and heirs should receive notice from the court when they're named in a will.

They then share their experiences with business outsourcing, emphasizing how although hiring staff and delegating tasks, such as marketing, can be scary for small business owners, it often leads to increased profitability and better work-life balance. Lauren discusses how hiring a paralegal has allowed her firm to bill more hours, while Lacey shares how bringing on an associate attorney has helped her return to doing work she enjoys, like bond court. They also stress the importance of treating staff well and creating an open, family-like office environment where employees feel comfortable discussing personal challenges.

Lacey and Lauren also discuss outsourcing in personal life, particularly as working moms. Both advocate for letting go of guilt associated with hiring house cleaners, ordering takeout, or paying for lawn care, emphasizing that outsourcing household tasks allows them to spend more quality time with their families. Consider outsourcing when possible and recommend supporting small local businesses when doing so!

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This week, Lauren and Lacey talk about the challenges of being both a mom and a lawyer, dealing with difficult children and clients.

Lacey shares frustrations over her young son's frequent tantrums and refusal to listen, contrasting his behavior with her client's inability to make decisions about their criminal case. Lauren relates similar experiences with her own young daughters, noting how children can behave worse for their parents than others.

They commiserate over how the stresses of their jobs dealing with difficult personalities can exacerbate the challenges at home. Lauren and Lacey are very grateful for having supportive partners, both at work and in their personal lives, to help them through these trying times. Having someone who can step in when they've reached their limit with a client or child provides much-needed relief.

Lauren & Lacey agree that running on caffeine gets them through many of these tough days juggling parenting and lawyering!

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After two episodes, it's time to go back and share how Lauren & Lacey started The Lawmas Podcast!

• Lacey and Lauren have been friends since middle school and went to the University of South Carolina together, where they were both in the marching band.
• Lacey practices criminal defense law, while Lauren practices in the estate planning and civil cases. They have very different areas of legal expertise.
• Both are Moms! Lacey has two young boys, while Lauren has two young daughters. Being moms has really impacted their lives, and they will share more on future episodes!
• Both Lacey and Lauren were initially unsure about pursuing law - Lacey was a broadcast journalism major and Lauren considered medical school. But they ended up at USC Law together.
• The hosts tease future podcast topics, including potentially discussing high-profile cases like the Murdaugh saga, since they are South Carolina natives.

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This week on The Lawmas Podcast, Lauren & Lacey aren't getting political, and they want to address the use of the R-word. They have seen on social media, on Facebook, from some of their friends, family, people that we follow are using the word in this political climate.

Lacey shares her personal experience and emphasizes how using disability-related terms as insults affects the special needs community. They both acknowledge that while this word was once a medical diagnosis, it's now outdated and inappropriate, stressing the importance of treating everyone with respect regardless of their intellectual capabilities.

The conversation then shifts to Lauren's experience with special needs planning and her cousin with autism. They discuss how people with Down syndrome and other intellectual disabilities are unique individuals with distinct personalities, often reflecting their parents' traits rather than fitting into stereotypes. The hosts conclude by encouraging listeners to be mindful of their language both online and offline, reminding them that social media posts can have real-world consequences, particularly in legal settings.

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In this episode of The Lawmas Podcast, Lauren & Lacey, from Union, South Carolina, discuss the Susan Smith case from their unique hometown perspective. They were young children when Smith murdered her two sons, Michael and Alex, by driving her car into John D. Long Lake in 1994. They share personal memories from that time, including the community's initial belief in Smith's fabricated story about her children being kidnapped by a man at a traffic light in Monarch, and the fear that gripped their small town before the truth emerged just days later.

Lauren & Lacey delve into the legal aspects of the case, explaining how Smith's actions led to South Carolina establishing true life sentences without parole. They discuss her upcoming parole hearing and share insider perspectives, including Lauren's mother potentially being called as a witness due to knowing Smith when she was a candy striper at the local hospital. Listen to learn their perspectives!

Lauren & Lacey can be reached at TheLawmasPodcast@gmail.com and can be found on TheLawmas on Instagram and Facebook!