Harvard Law School Association of Washington, DC

Financial Fitness 101 In-Person Panel

How to plan to meet your financial goals for attorneys of all career stages, including career transitions and retirement planning

Please join HLSA-DC for a free, in-person panel discussion on building and preserving wealth throughout your career and into retirement. Organizing your “financial house” to streamline major life processes—from buying a home to obtaining business loans to planning for your family’s future. The conversation will also explore considerations for privately held and start-up businesses, as well as how to navigate financial decision-making during career transitions. The discussion will be moderated by John Dey (J.D. ’14) and Milana Karayanidi (LL.M. ’16), HLSA-DC board members.

Our expert panelists will share insights on:

• Developing wealth-building strategies aligned with your income and household needs
• Key tax considerations and planning opportunities
• Trust and estate planning essentials

Panelists:

• Mike Baranowsky: CPA, Sanville & Co (accounting firm)
• Steve Collins: Former U.S. Marine Corps Officer; M.A. in Economics; Wealth Adviser, XML Financial Group
• Meghan Federman: Harvard Law School J.D. ’18; Counsel, Lowenstein Sandler LLP (Trusts & Estates Practice)

Disclaimer: This program is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, or financial advice. Attendees are encouraged to consult their professional advisors regarding their individual circumstances.

When:

Thursday, November 13, 2025

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

(RSVP by Tuesday, November 11)

Where:

Latham & Watkins LLP

555 11th St NW, Conference Room 1101

Washington, D.C. 20004

Cost:

Free

Beverages will be provided. Please share with fellow HLS alumni in your network. We look forward to seeing you there!

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