Why did you decide to become an attorney?
As a teenager, I was interested in the Women's rights movement. I studied this, sociology, and political science in college. Becoming a Labor lawyer incorporated these areas of interest and seemed like a profession where I could make a difference.
What experiences (work and personal) help you to be a better attorney?
Working representing both employers and employees. Each side approaches a dispute with a different perspective. Becoming familiar with these differing perspectives helps with the counseling of clients as well as the ultimate negotiation of the resolution. Of course, nothing is better than the years of experience dealing with a variety of clients, opposing counsel styles, and the courts.
What made you choose your primary area of law?
See answer above. I like politics and exploration of power relationships. Labor law involves these issues.
What makes your law firm unique?
Because of my experience, I can generally give sound counseling and advice quickly without the time-consuming and expensive research done in other firms. I am proficient in what I am doing which translates into good legal work for a reasonable price.
Describe your ideal client.
A client who is flexible in his or her approach to and outcome of the issue that needs to be resolved.
Describe your personal interests and hobbies.
At this point, my life focus is my 11 and 13 year old son and daughter and their activities and education. One of my personal interests is world travel; I've traveled to China and South Africa as part of a group of employment lawyer ambassadors for People to People, sharing methods and ideas with labor attorneys from all over the world. My hobbies are cycling and outdoor activities, gardening, books and films.
Describe your charitable activities.
I am very active in Leadership Dublin, serving as a Chairperson of Community Service Day. Community Service Day is an annual event in which 500 volunteers are organized to clean up the yards of senior citizens and city of Dublin property. I have also served as my daughter's Girl Scout Troop Leader for the last 4 years and our troop has a great time camping and taking educational field trips together.
