3 Essential Strategies for Law School & Achieving Success as a Lawyer

October 1, 2024

One of the most common questions we get as lawyers is this: “Should I go to law school?” It’s a big question with many different aspects to consider. Whether you’re an aspiring lawyer, a current law student, or even a law school graduate, you’ll find valuable insights in this post. We’ll cover the pros, cons,…

The Powerful Purpose of Insurance & Why You Need It

September 1, 2024

Insurance is something most of us don’t think about until we need it, but understanding the ins and outs of it is crucial for everyone. From protecting others to securing your own future, insurance plays a pivotal role in our lives – and what’s crazy is that people will claim it’s just some kind of…

Crisis, Fear & Law | A Lawyer’s Lessons from COVID-19

August 1, 2024

Welcome to our podcast! I’m Bill Pickett, one of the partners at LGP Law. Today, we’re reflecting on how the COVID-19 pandemic tested the resilience of many professions, and none more so than the legal sector. We’ll explore how lawyers handled the pandemic, what their strengths were, their shortcomings, and the lessons we learned for…

Overcoming Obstacles with Grant Pickett: From COVID-19 to Law School

July 1, 2024

by Bill Pickett Joining me today on Homegrown in the Heart is my son Grant Pickett, following after his siblings Jack and Maddie. We discuss his own unique history of overcoming challenges to pursue his goals. In this episode, we will cover Grant’s journey so far: Yakima Valley Bred Grant was the first of the…

The Fat Pastor of Yakima | Meet the Amazing Shawn Niles

June 1, 2024

Joining us today to talk about Yakima is another extraordinary homegrown local: Shawn Niles, the owner & founder of Fat Pastor Productions!

4 Great Reasons to Embrace Yakima from Ryan Griffee

May 1, 2024

Welcome to Homegrown in the Heart, where we shine a spotlight on individuals deeply rooted in the heart of Washington. Our area is nestled between Canada, Oregon, and the Columbia River, and it’s home to many vibrant individuals. Today, I’m excited to introduce Ryan Griffee, one of LGP Law’s partners. While he’s not originally from…

3 Rules for Law & Political Activism | A Riveting Journey from Yakima to Capitol Hill

March 29, 2024

Previously, on “Homegrown in the Heart,” we spoke with my daughter, Maddie. Today, we’re featuring my son, Jack Pickett. We’ll be talking about his fascinating journey from Yakima, to law school, and Capitol Hill’s arena of political activism. Jack’s story is a great example of the power of ambition and an observation of the core…

Cultivating Law & Service | 3 Wise Tips for New Yakima Lawyers

January 25, 2024

Welcome to our latest post from Homegrown in the Heart! Today, I’m talking with Paul Larson, one of our three main partners here at LGP Law. Paul will be offering us some valuable insight into his personal and professional development as a lawyer in the Yakima Valley – a community that cultivates not just world…

Leaving Yakima for College | A 2023 Pickett Family Reflection

December 23, 2023

Welcome! This is the first post in our series “Homegrown in the Heart,” which aims to connect people from the heart of Washington who have been impacted by being born and raised here in the Yakima area. I’m Bill Pickett with LGP Law, and joining me today is my daughter, Maddie. She’s home from university…

Seeking Justice and Healing: Handling a Dog Mauling Case Resulting in Facial Disfigurement

June 3, 2023

Sensitive care is needed when a dog mauling incident causes facial disfigurement in a child

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