Tea with PILPG
Tea with PILPG provides a series of talks on excellence and professionalism over a cup of Irish Breakfast tea.
Episodes

May 23, 2026
May 23, 2026
23 min
In this episode of Tea with PILPG, Prof. Paul Williams explores the role of artificial intelligence in the legal profession. He is joined by a special guest, his ChatGPT "Crazy Monkey", for a candid conversation about how young lawyers and professionals should think about AI as an evolving tool. Together, they discuss practical strategies for using AI responsibly, avoiding common pitfalls like hallucinations, retaining authenticity, and future-proofing a legal career in an increasingly AI-enhanced world.

Mar 31, 2025
Mar 31, 2025
19 min
In this episode of Tea with PILPG, Prof. Paul Williams explores strategies for making the most of your summer as a law firm associate. He is joined by Washington College of Law students and Senior Research Associates in the Lawyering Peace Program at American University— Alexis Berg, Caitlyn Quinn, and Sydney Robson, who share insights from their experiences working at law firms of various sizes this past summer. Together, they offer practical advice on building professional relationships and maximizing opportunities for growth.

Mar 31, 2025
Mar 31, 2025
16 min
In this episode of Tea with PILPG, Prof. Paul Williams shares insights on how to excel in legal internships, particularly within the U.S. government and federal agencies. He is joined by Washington College of Law students and Senior Research Associates in the Lawyering Peace Program at American University—Sindi Connell, Molly Armstrong, and Rebecca Shields—who reflect on their experiences as government interns and offer practical advice for aspiring legal professionals.

Feb 5, 2024
Feb 5, 2024
26 min
What does it take to influence US policy? A well-worded op-ed may do the trick. In this podcast, Dr. Paul R. Williams, provides tips for young professionals on content, style and ways to get published. Listen here and start writing!

Jan 3, 2024
Jan 3, 2024
29 min
Many people spend hours in meetings every week, and knowing how to manage those interactions can set you apart as a dynamic young professional. In this podcast, President of PILPG, Dr. Paul R. Williams, provides tips on how to manage a meeting and make an impact, whether you are leading or listening. From the first step in meeting planning to where to sit at the table, follow these tips and start making an impression!

Oct 30, 2023
Oct 30, 2023
19 min
In this episode, recorded in 2016, PILPG President Paul Williams discusses the challenges and opportunities for the Syrian ceasefire negotiations that were were upcoming at the time. Dr. Williams has thirty years of experience negotiating peace agreements and post-conflict constitutions around the world, and PILPG advised the Syrian opposition from 2011 - 2019.

Apr 26, 2023

Apr 26, 2023
Apr 26, 2023
17 min
Dynamic young professionals make themselves stand out by impressing others with their initiative and entrepreneurial spirit. PILPG Co-Founder Paul Williams discusses this “wow” principle—how you can excel and “wow” others at work.

Apr 26, 2023
Apr 26, 2023
27 min
PILPG co-founder and Managing Director Michael Scharf, interim Dean of Case Western Reserve University School of Law, has over a quarter century of experience in transitional justice and war crimes prosecution. He helped write the Statute and Rules of the Yugoslavia Tribunal, trained the judges for the trial of Saddam Hussein, served as Special Assistant to the Prosecutor of the Cambodia Tribunal, and was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize for his work in the field. He discusses successful strategies and pathways for launching a career in international criminal law in this episode of #TeawithPILPG.

Apr 26, 2023
Apr 26, 2023
23 min
What is a personal brand and why should you have one? Founder and President Dr. Paul R. Williams explains on this episode of Tea with PILPG over a cup of Earl Grey tea.

As an expert in international law, Dr. Williams has extensive knowledge on starting a career in this field. As a professor at American University Washington College of Law, Dr. Williams receives many questions about how to pursue a career in international law. As way to easily and effectively help students, he and Dean Michael Scharf of Case Western Reserve University School of Law and fellow Co-Founder of PILPG, have compiled resources for students interested in a career in international law.
These resources aim to provide very practical guidance, to debunk myths about the field of international law, and to map the universe of international law and related jobs held by alumni.





