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The Loneliness of Being a Female Lawyer (And What We're Not Talking About)
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- Powerhouse Lawyers
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- Dec 18, 2025
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- 2347
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Summary
What happens when two female lawyers from different countries realize they're fighting the same battles? In this powerful conversation, Erin sits down with Odette Ansell—a Canadian litigator and host of the Non-Billable Hours podcast—to talk about the universal struggles female lawyers face: loneliness, identity crisis, the pressure to "have it all," and the desperate need for community. They discuss why it's so hard to separate your identity from your job, what to do when you feel stuck, and why vulnerability might be the bravest thing you do as a lawyer. If you've ever felt like you're the only one crumbling while everyone else looks like they're crushing it—this episode is your reminder that you're not alone. About Odette Ansell Odette Ansell is a Canadian litigator and the host of Non-Billable Hours , a podcast dedicated to honest conversations about life in and beyond the law. With a passion for connecting with lawyers across every practice area, she creates space for candid discussions about the joys, pressures, and personal passions that shape legal professionals. Odette is driven by a desire to spotlight what truly lights lawyers up outside their work—from creative pursuits to family life to unexpected hobbies. Through her thoughtful interviews, she explores the common challenges many lawyers experience but rarely voice. Her work aims to build community, normalize vulnerability, and remind lawyers that their identities extend far beyond their billable targets. Key Topics Covered Why Odette became a lawyer (and the personality test that said she'd be terrible at litigation) The universal struggles female lawyers face—regardless of country or practice area Why lawyers desperately need people who "get it" without needing context The loneliness epidemic in the lega…