"How can my living have as great of an impact as possible on my family?"
That question has guided our July 2025 Lawyer Dad of the Month, Zack Anstett, through a year and a half that would have brought many to their knees.
In this episode, Zack opens up about his journey from mysterious symptoms (dark spots in his vision, difficulty reading) to the life-altering diagnosis of a "sizable mass" on his brain, and the treatment that followed. (Great news: the tumor has now shrunk by 30% and is moving in the right direction.)
All while continuing to show up as a father to three young kids—including a newborn just six months ago—and practicing employment law at a big firm.
Zack’s story is powerful, raw, and deeply inspiring. He brings you into the hospital room the moment he received his diagnosis. He shares how difficult it was to call his wife in the early hours to deliver the news. And he reflects on how the experience has reshaped the way he approaches both work and fatherhood.
Despite everything, Zack’s outlook is full of hope and grounded in purpose. You’ll walk away from this one with more than just admiration—you’ll leave re-centered on what truly matters.
And yes, we also had some fun talking about:
🥕 My love for Wegmans
📚 His favorite book to read to his kids right now: Beneath by Cori Doerrfeld
🎧 Listen to Zack’s story now on the latest episode of the Dad, Esq. podcast.
And if you’re a lawyer dad looking for a supportive, inspiring community that gets it—you’re invited to join us inside Dad, Esq.
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