In this episode, Karla Sanchez shares her inspiring journey from clerking for a federal judge to becoming the first Hispanic partner at Patterson Belknap and serving as Executive Deputy Attorney General for Economic Justice in New York. The discussion explores the transformative experience of a former lawyer who left the legal field to travel the world, highlighting the importance of prioritizing personal values over societal expectations. Karla also discusses the founding of the Cafecito Network, a supportive community for Latina and Hispanic women lawyers, which has grown to 1,500 members. You will gain insights on navigating career transitions, the impact of legal work on public welfare, and the power of community in personal and professional growth.