Aviva Kaiser shares her inspiring journey from a childhood in a Pennsylvania coal mining town to building a prominent and unconventional career in the legal field in this episode of the Listening to Lawyers podcast.
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Nov. 5, 2025 – Aviva Kaiser shares her inspiring journey from a childhood in a Pennsylvania coal mining town to building a prominent and unconventional career in the legal field in this episode of
Listening to Lawyers, a special project of the State Bar of Wisconsin's
Wisconsin Lawyer Assistance Program (WisLAP).
Kaiser discusses her experiences with work-life integration, the importance of establishing guiding principles, and the challenges of balancing professional and family life. She reflects on her activism and the role of law in her life, and offers valuable advice for future generations of lawyers, emphasizing the need for support and understanding in navigating the complexities of the legal profession.
Listen to more episodes of the Listening to Lawyers at wisbar.org/podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Aviva Kaiser and Her Journey
02:17 From Coal Mining Town to Law School
04:37 Activism and the Pursuit of Justice
07:06 Navigating Work-Life Integration as a Lawyer
10:22 Establishing Guiding Principles for Life
15:25 The Role of Law in Personal and Professional Life
18:46 Creating Family Rituals and Quality Time
22:21 Living with Less: Prioritizing Family Over Wealth
25:07 Reflections on Career Choices and Regrets
29:29 Advice for Future Generations of Lawyers
