How This Argentina-Born Lawyer Built Her Firm From Scratch in a Niche Market

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!__________Mentioned in this EpisodeThe relentless demands of the profession often leave even the most accomplished legal minds feeling like they're drowning. It doesn't Have to be this way, that's why I created thePowerHouse Brain Dump https://www.eringerner.com/sales-page-3d84f6b7-92c8-4796-89e2-196e732b2a7cJoin us at the Powerhouse Lawyers Retreat September 27-30 at the Miraval Resort in Austin, Texas. This community is designed just for YOU, the ambitious and forward-thinking female lawyer who craves meaningful connections, desires career advancement, and is committed to supporting and empowering each other in both professional and personal aspects of their lives.https://www.eringerner.com/powerhouse-lawyers-retreat-septemberPowerhouse VIP Sessions are created for the woman looking to do a 180 degree change in the way she does life and law! Get a 2 hour deep dive coaching session that springboard your transformation.https://www.eringerner.com/powerhouse-vip-sessions__________Connect with Gabriella Noemí SmithWebsite: https://gnslawpllc.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriela-n-smith/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gns_law_/Stay connected with Erin GernerWebsite https://www.eringerner.com/    LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-gerner/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/erin.w.gernerInstagram https://www.instagram.com/eringerner/?hl=en