Meet Laney the Lawyer
Proof You Can Have It All
(Without Losing Yourself)
You don’t have to settle,
you can thrive in your high heels with your high standards.
Hi, I’m Laney Tucker — a Southern California–based corporate lawyer and content creator who’s mastered the delicate art of work-life balance in one of the most demanding industries out there.
After nearly eight years practicing law in both BigLaw and in-house roles, I’ve learned that success doesn’t have to come at the cost of your sanity, style, or social life.
I created Laney the Lawyer to show ambitious women that you can thrive in your career, raise the Bar ⚖️ in your dating life, and still make time for the things that make you feel alive — travel, wellness, and a little luxury along the way.
From Burnout to Balance
I graduated law school in 2017 and spent over five years in BigLaw — thriving professionally but running on fumes personally.
Like so many high-achieving women, I had the title, the salary, and the prestige… but I’d stopped prioritizing myself.
During the pandemic, remote work gave me a glimpse of what balance could look like.
I closed multimillion-dollar deals at 9 p.m., then went dancing in Miami. I took client calls in the afternoon and surfed in Waikiki at sunset. For the first time, I saw that a life of achievement and enjoyment could coexist.
I transitioned to an in-house role, thinking that a slower pace would be what made work sustainable this time - without taking into account that the job itself wasn’t the issue. It was the way I’d abandoned myself and my other hobbies while doing it.
After two years in-house, I took a sabbatical — and moved to Mexico City.
Mexico, music and meaning
In Mexico, I reconnected with the parts of myself I’d neglected — my love of language, food, culture, and community.
I collaborated with local YouTubers, filmed taco reviews, and rediscovered how much joy I get from connecting with people.
I also traveled through Europe — dancing at electronic music festivals, visiting friends in Spain, and learning how to simply be again. That season taught me what no law degree ever could: that self-connection is the foundation of all success.
Redefining what it means to “have it all”
When I returned to BigLaw, I made myself a promise: this time, I’d build a version of success that included me. I start my mornings with meditation and a workout, take evening walks on the beach, and make time for dates, concerts, and adventures — without guilt.
Because here’s the truth: you can’t pour from an empty cup, and balance isn’t about doing less — it’s about living with intention.
You can log the hours, close the deals, and still enjoy your life.
You can wear the heels and keep your soul intact.
You can have it all — as long as you know your why.
HELPING WOMEN REDEFINE AMBITION, ONE STORY AT A TIME
Through my platform, I share the real side of lawyer life — career wins, fashion moments, luxury travel, and honest reflections on dating, boundaries, and burnout recovery.
My content empowers women to:
Thrive in their careers without losing authenticity
Raise their standards in relationships and self-worth
Build confidence to design a life that feels as good as it looks
Whether I’m talking about work, love, or wellness, my message stays the same: success is only real when it’s aligned.
FOR BRANDS & COLLABORATIONS
Laney the Lawyer has become a growing lifestyle platform for ambitious, globally minded women. My audience includes young professionals, lawyers, and creatives navigating modern life, dating, and ambition with humor and heart.
I partner with brands that align with my values — from fashion, beauty, and travel to wellness, finance, and personal development — to share content that inspires women to live fully and fearlessly.
When I’m not drafting contracts or creating content, you’ll find me exploring Southern California and Mexico’s best restaurants, hopping on a flight to Europe, or spending time with friends who remind me that “balance” is less about perfection and more about presence.