Legal Elite 2023: Bankruptcy/Creditors’ Rights Q&A

Title: Associate attorney

Other legal specialties: Estate planning, estate administration, estate litigation, guardianships and conservatorships

Education: Bachelor’s degree, William & Mary; law degree, George Mason University

Family: I have an incredibly supportive husband and a large family, both here and all over the world.

Career mentors: I have been very fortunate to have many mentors in my legal career. All the partners at Wade Grimes Friedman Meinken & Leischner have mentored me. I am extremely fortunate to work with attorneys who are at the top of their field and who support, encourage and inspire me.

Favorite dish: Sushi from Momo Sushi & Cafe on Queen Street in Alexandria

Hobbies: I love to bake, cook, read and travel. I love exploring new cultures and locations.

You’ve held several leadership roles in the Alexandria Bar Association. What are your goals for it? I am currently the president-elect for the Alexandria Bar Association and a board member of the Alexandria Bar Foundation. I strive to promote and increase access to justice for members of our community. I believe that being present and active in the community through volunteer work and educational programs, especially within our schools, is a vital component to providing knowledge and access to our legal system. 

How did your time in Bogotá, Colombia — as an intern in the Department of Justice’s Overseas Prosecutorial Development and Training program — affect how you practice law? I bring my background and experience to everything I do. At DOJ, I learned the value of communication and the importance of continuously improving our advocacy to better serve our community. I carry those skills to my practice today. 

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