What's the secret to balancing being a mom and a full-time law student?

Being a mom and a full-time law student is all about priorities and a good support system. I live by a "To-Do" list, but I’m also willing to go with the flow when something else pops up for my family. And, it's cliché to say, but I honestly couldn't do it without my husband's support. He is my biggest cheerleader and is always willing to help with the kids. Every law student has a full plate, and I believe we all need to be willing to ask for help from our family and friends sometimes in order to do well.  

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You got married right in the middle of this past Fall semester. How did you manage law school and wedding prep all at once?

It was definitely difficult managing both. I anticipated having a busy 2L year, so I finished a majority of the planning almost a year in advance. We took advantage of a long engagement and planned the wedding a little bit at a time. It was hectic once it got closer to the big day, but just like schoolwork, you have to sit yourself down and get through your to-do list systematically. Luckily, planning a wedding can be fun, so it wasn’t as hard as I thought it would be

You are, shall we say, a political enthusiast, yes? 

Yes! I majored in Political Science at the University of Nevada, Reno and worked on a handful of local political races after college. Eventually I ended up working on U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto's campaign and in her senate office once she was elected. I still volunteer when I can and follow politics closely.

Do you plan on seeking public office after law school?

That's definitely something that I consider when I'm making long term plans. I don't know for sure if I will ever run, but I do know that I want to find opportunities to

You came to law school with an eye toward practicing environmental law. Is that still the plan?

Growing up, I always wanted to make the world a better place and decided to do so by studying biology, then working as an environmental scientist here in Las Vegas. I knew I could make an even bigger impact with a law degree. Boyd is very committed to community and was naturally my #1 choice. Boyd has opened my eyes to the plethora of ways attorneys can make positive change and impact social justice, in addition to advocating for the environment. Currently, I feed my passion for environmental

Tell our readers about your experience with the House of Commons in the UK.

Working in the House of Commons was an incredible experience. Because I am a dual citizen, I was fortunate enough to work with the Member of Parliament for the constituency where my grandfather lived and my mother grew up. Attending Questions with the Prime Minister, representing the MP at meetings, sitting in on various committee hearings, and meeting with constituents was extremely insightful. But the highlight of this experience was simply getting to walk the halls of Parliament and being surrounded by centuries of

What did you enjoy most about growing up in Chicago?

I’d love to say the snow, but that’s definitely not true. I’ve always loved the summers, the city itself, the thunderstorms, and mostly my family and the friends I grew up with. 

You are the president of Boyd's Workplace Law Club. Tell our readers about what the club has accomplished this year. 

Considering that WLC is about one year old, we’ve accomplished a lot! We started this year with a “Careers in Workplace Law” panel that we co-hosted with CDO; we helped our amazing faculty advisors—Professor McGinley and Professor Garcia—with the

As an undergrad, you were a debater, and you also held judicial positions in student government. Which of the two has proven to be more useful in your legal studies?

Both student government and debate provided me with useful tools for law school, but I would say that debate overwhelmingly shaped my approach to law school. My years spent in debate taught me how to research efficiently, craft thoughtful arguments, and helped me improve my oral advocacy skills.

What have you enjoyed most about your tenure as president of Society of Advocates [Boyd's moot court board]?

I love being able to work

What was the highlight moment of your four years playing soccer for UNLV as an undergraduate?

There were many highlights in my four years as a collegiate athlete including over-time wins, outstanding travel experiences, and community service events. But the stand-out moment was winning our senior night game and celebrating the experience of college athletics with my family, friends, and teammates.

What values did you take from your experience as a student-athlete that you've applied to your law studies and your service as Nevada Law Journal Editor-in-chief?

My experience as a student

You spent four years studying in a rabbinical seminary.How did that experience influence your path to law school?

When hearing “rabbinical seminary” what may come to mind is divinity and theological studies. In fact, my time in the seminary was largely focused on analyzing nuances of Talmudic law.Particular emphasis was paid to civil law, property rights, damages and liability,as well as marriage and divorce law. Along with delving into the intricacies of the various laws, attention was given to their foundation and basis enabling its application to the ever-changing circumstances of modern

You are the president of Boyd's Sports and Entertainment Law Association (SELA) this year. How is the group doing?

SELA is thriving! We have been busy planning and presenting events to help our members learn more about sports and entertainment law. We recently welcomed an exciting panel of attorneys/agents and clients to learn more about the intricacies of working in this area of law. I am grateful for our fantastic board and members that make SELA such a great organization. I am looking forward to next semester’s events, including learning more about the Raiders Stadium! 

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