Two former Tenzer lawyers who have been friends since high school have struck out on their own to open a women-owned commercial litigation and arbitration firm.

Clarissa Rodriguez and Laura Reich's new firm, Reich Rodriguez, is one of only a few in Miami that specializes in commercial litigation and international law and is owned and operated entirely by women.

“In general, women are underrepresented as law firm owners and at the top levels of law firm management,” Reich said. “That disparity is even greater in international law where we practice. But we are encouraged by the success of other women in the field and look forward to working with them.”