Power in Numbers: Enhancing Latinx Representation in the Legal Profession

In this episode of Emphasis Added, Season 5 host Jake Guarino and Season 2 host Adri Langemeier moderate the Hispanic National Bar Association's "Power in Numbers" panel at the HNBA Region XII Annual Summit. Panelists Justice Amparro Guerra (Texas First Court of Appeals), Commissioner Leslie Briones (Harris County, Precinct 4), Alicia Castro (Partner at Locke Lord), and Maria Amelia Calaf (Partner at Botkin Chiarello Calaf) reflect on the impact, influence, and inclusion of the Latinx community on the legal profession. "Power in Numbers" refers to the panel's call to enhance Latinx representation in the legal field. The decorated panelists discuss how they have navigated challenges, leveraged resources, and created windows where doors were otherwise closed to them. Season 5, Episode 1 Contents:00:00 — Introduction 06:00 — Impact12:00 — Mentors vs. Sponsors12:00 — Staying and Succeeding in Law22:00 — Path to Government Service35:00 — Influence37:00 — Community Outreach43:00 — Getting Involved in Legal Community52:00 — From Imposter to Incomparable01:03:00 — Activating Personal PowerTo get a mailing or electronic subscription to the Houston Law Review click here.  For more Emphasis Added content, follow us on Instagram and check out our video content on YouTube!