How This Argentina-Born Lawyer Built Her Firm From Scratch in a Niche Market
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This week on Powerhouse Lawyers we welcome OG Powerhouse, Gabriela Smith! [04:29 ] Gabriela shares her story of transitioning out of big law and into firm ownership [09:44 ]. Being a firm owner is hard, add the identities of mom and immigrant to the mix and you’ve got yourself a recipe for practicing resilience. But Gabriela’s entrepreneurial journey wasn’t so streamlined. She tried practicing with a boutique firm before taking her entrepreneurial leap. [19:42 ] Her secret weapon is actually one I haven’t quite heard before. Are you creating your own universe? Gabriela swears by it! [39:49 ] We get into what it looks like to surround ourselves with the right people [45:51 ]. Your community can often be the ones that make or break your vision. Then finally, Gabriela’s Legally Blonde Moment! [52:29 ] If you were ever talking to Gabby on the phone circa 2004, just know she was doing her best!
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Connect with Gabriella Noemí Smith
Website: https://gnslawpllc.com/
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