Episode 45 – Larry D. Thompson – “Quiet Counsel: Looking Back on a Life of Service to the Law

In this insightful episode of See You in Court, hosts Robin Frazier Clark and Lester Tate sit down with Larry D. Thompson, a legal trailblazer with over five decades of experience. Thompson, former U.S. Deputy Attorney General and current author of the acclaimed memoir Quiet Counsel, shares lessons from his illustrious career spanning private practice, public service, and corporate counsel at PepsiCo.

Explore Thompson’s perspectives on critical issues such as the tension between civil liberties and public safety, leadership in high-stakes environments, and his philosophy on the rule of law. This episode dives into pivotal moments in legal history, from post-9/11 policy shifts to corporate governance in a globalized world.

Key Topics Covered:

• The role of the U.S. Attorney’s Office and challenges of balancing leadership and courtroom advocacy.
• How corporate governance and responsibility shape sustainable business practices.
• Insights from his time as U.S. Deputy Attorney General during the aftermath of 9/11.
• Lessons on leadership, mentorship, and navigating a career in law.

Join us as we uncover what it means to serve the law with integrity and purpose.

Listen Now to hear Larry D. Thompson’s fascinating journey and the timeless lessons it offers to legal professionals and the public alike.

Related Links:
Larry Thompson | Finch McCraine LLP – https://www.finchmccranie.com/larry-d-thompson.html
Lester Tate – https://www.akintate.com/
Robin Frazer Clark – https://www.gatriallawyers.net
See You In Court – https://seeyouincourtpodcast.org

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