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New Jersey Law Journal

Women Attorneys of the Year 2024 in Their Own Words

Read all the honoree Q&As here.
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New Jersey Law Journal

I Aim to Make a Positive Change in Everyday Interactions, Tracey Wishert Says

"For me, making a difference is about meaningful relationships and helping others be their best, because that’s how lasting change is made."
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New Jersey Law Journal

For Lawyers, the 'Work' of Making an Impact Does Not Have to Happen in a Courtroom. Laura E. Sedlak Says

"One of my proudest achievements of the past two years is successfully challenging a state law on constitutional grounds and obtaining a permanent injunction that ultimately allowed our clients to avoid shutting down their businesses."
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New Jersey Law Journal

Be Brave. We Make Our Impact by Never Being Afraid to Advocate for People, Says Jennifer Sellitti

"Public defenders meet people in their most vulnerable moments—when they are in crisis. We build trust, understand their needs, and guide them through complex systems. "
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New Jersey Law Journal

Doing the Right Thing in the Pursuit of Justice Requires Guts, Says Lyndsay Ruotolo

"Being a lawyer is a challenging job—no matter what type of practice you have, no one is coming to see you because they are having a good day, and doing the right thing often means telling someone something that is hard to hear. "
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New Jersey Law Journal

Results Are Not Always the Measure of Your Value, Patricia M. Giordano Says

"Trust yourself. Believe in yourself. Understand that results are not always the measure of your value."
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New Jersey Law Journal

Find Balance Between Work and Personal Life, Casey Gocel Says

"There will be late nights and long hours, but you also need to look back and feel like your career was a fulfilling piece of an even bigger life. You must find balance."
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New Jersey Law Journal

Find Opportunities to Volunteer, Emily Kaller Says

"Volunteering not only provides the opportunity to have a positive impact on the lives of others, but helping others will have a positive impact on you as well, and it will allow you to hone your professional skills in the process."
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New Jersey Law Journal

Believe in the Impact You Are Looking to Make, Carmen Andrade Says

"I think it is critical to truly care and believe in the impact you are looking to make. I honestly don’t think you can be impactful if you don’t love or care about what you are doing."
4 minute read

New Jersey Law Journal

Seek Credentials to Set Yourself Apart, Crystal West Edwards Says

"Surround yourself with like-minded colleagues, both new and seasoned, who will help to sharpen your saw daily. Seek credentials to set yourself apart from your colleagues and participate in bar and other professional associations to expand your reach."
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