Episodes

In this episode of the Legal Vixen Podcast, trial attorney Karren Kenney sits down again with retired federal courtroom deputy Lisa Bredahl for more hilarious stories from federal court. After years of working alongside federal judges and managing jury trials, Lisa has seen just about everything, difficult lawyers, unpredictable jurors, unforgettable witnesses, pro se defendants, courtroom meltdowns, and moments when even the court staff struggled to keep a straight face. Lisa shares some of h...

What really happens behind the scenes in federal court? Trial attorney Karren Kenney sits down with retired federal and state court clerk Lisa Bredahl for an inside look at a side of the justice system most people, including many lawyers, never get to see. Lisa spent more than three decades working inside state and federal courthouses, including 21 years in federal court. In this episode of the Legal Vixen Podcast, she shares unforgettable stories from her career and explains just how different...

What should you do if Child Protective Services (CPS) contacts you? What rights do parents have during a CPS investigation? Can CPS remove your child without warning? In this episode of the Legal Vixen Podcast, host Karren Kenney, a federal criminal defense attorney, sits down with Attorney Lauren Johnson, an experienced California attorney who represents parents and families in Child Protective Services (CPS) and dependency court cases. Together, they discuss how CPS investigations and how they...

What is the federal CASA Program, and what does it really take to be accepted? In this episode of Legal Vixen, federal criminal defense attorney Karren Kenney sits down with former client Ernest, who successfully completed the Conviction and Sentence Alternatives (CASA) Program in the Central District of California. After completing the program, Ernest's federal criminal case was dismissed. The CASA Program is one of the most selective federal diversion programs in the country, and very little i...

Former Orange County District Attorney’s Office Supervising Investigator Damon Tucker joins the Legal Vixen Podcast for part 2 of an in-depth conversation about fraud investigations, cybercrime, identity theft, and how investigators actually build criminal cases. With decades of experience investigating major fraud, insurance fraud, cybercrime, and economic crimes, Damon Tucker shares what really happens behind the scenes when law enforcement tracks fraudsters, gathers evidence, interviews susp...

Former Orange County District Attorney’s Office Supervising Investigator Damon Tucker joins the Legal Vixen Podcast for an in-depth conversation about fraud investigations, cybercrime, identity theft, and how investigators actually build criminal cases. With decades of experience investigating major fraud, insurance fraud, cybercrime, and economic crimes, Damon Tucker shares what really happens behind the scenes when law enforcement tracks fraudsters, gathers evidence, interviews suspects, and p...

Join us for part 2 of the two-part interview with one of Legal Vixen’s all-time FAVORITE trial judges, The Honorable Thomas Goethals. Judge Goethals talks about his impressive legal career and the notable Scott Dekraai Snitch Scandal case he presided over during his time as an Orange County trial judge. Judge Goethals is now a private Neutral with ADR Services, Inc., and his information can be found at https://www.adrservices.com/neutrals/

Join us for a two-part interview with one of Legal Vixen’s all-time FAVORITE trial judges, The Honorable Thomas Goethals. Judge Goethals talks about his impressive legal career and the notable Scott Dekraai Snitch Scandal case he presided over during his time as an Orange County trial judge.

Most people talk themselves into getting arrested. In this episode of the Legal Vixen Podcast, we sit down with criminal defense attorney Marc Wasserman of the Pot Brothers to break down exactly what your rights are when police pull you over, and why staying silent can protect you. We cover the 5th Amendment right to remain silent, when Miranda rights actually apply, and the common mistakes people make during traffic stops that can lead to charges. If you’ve ever wondered: Do you have to answer ...

After an accident, choosing the wrong personal injury lawyer can cost you everything. In this episode of the Legal Vixen Podcast, we sit down with California personal injury attorney Case Barnett to uncover the difference between ethical and unethical personal injury representation — and how injured victims can protect themselves. Many accident victims don’t realize there are warning signs of unethical personal injury law firms. If you or someone you love has been injured, this conversation coul...

Leah shared her story of being involved in a federal fraud conspiracy case, thanks to her shady former male business partner, who used her. This is a follow up from our last podcast, and an informational video for the ladies. If you or someone you know is being used by someone to sign documents, transfer money through your bank account, or other weird requests, trust your instincts and talk to a lawyer before getting involved!

A guilty verdict is devastating — but it isn’t always the end. In this episode, Leah Johnson shares how she survived a federal fraud conviction, kept fighting through the appeal, and ultimately had her conviction vacated and her case dismissed.

In this episode, we sit down with Samara Leilani for a candid conversation about the ever-evolving world of social media drama and the legal implications surrounding high-profile influencers, with a focused discussion on the controversies involving James Charles.

Join our Legal Vixen podcast interview with Influencer Samara Leilani as we get into the drama of college life at San Diego State and notable legal cases. Follow Samara Leilani: tiktok: @SamaraLeilani Instagram: @SamaraLeilani

Join the Legal Vixen Podcast for an informative interview with second year UCI Law Student and Law Clerk Brittney. You won't believe how cheap law school student housing is at UCI!

Join us for a realistic discussion about criminal justice reform with Certified Law Clerk Daniela and Senior Trial Attorney Karren Kenney from Kenney Legal Defense.

In this episode, you will hear about some hilarious arrests Retired Deputy Dan made while on the job with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department during his 30+ years of service.

Join us for a fun interview with Retired Fireman Rob for some hilarious stories and on the job memories he shares from his 30+ years of service!

Join us as we sit down with seasoned Private Investigator Kristen Widmann and learn interesting and humorous takes on criminal case investigations. With over 30 years of investigation experience, Kristen is the "go-to" investigator for seasoned criminal defense attorneys when they need sensitive interviews of witnesses or help locating uncooperative witnesses. Kristen always knows how to get the job done!

Join us for our very first podcast episode! In this episode, you will be given the background of Legal Vixen™ Trial Attorney Karren Kenney in an interview with Certified Law Clerk Daniela Catone. With over 30 years of trial experience, join Trial Attorney Karren Kenney in this legal journey that will include an indepth look into cases with engaging guests and lots of laughter!