Episodes

  • Episode 1 - From Engineer to Attorney: Brian Chappell’s Unconventional Path to Big Law
    Jun 28 2026

    In the inaugural episode of Motion Denied, I sit down with Brian Chappell, Senior Counsel at Hogan Lovells, to discuss his unique journey from engineering to law and how that unconventional path shaped his legal career.

    Brian shares insights into the energy and infrastructure sector, the skills that transferred from engineering to legal practice, and the lessons he’s learned throughout his distinguished career. We also discuss career transitions, professional growth, and advice for current law students and aspiring attorneys looking to carve out their own path in the legal profession.

    Whether you’re a law student, young attorney, or simply interested in the stories behind successful legal careers, this conversation offers valuable perspective on the many roads that can lead to success in the law.

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    52 mins