Advertise on podcast: Sistahs in Law

Live from Brooklyn, Part 2 of this episode of Sistahs in Law brings listeners inside an intimate conversation with SimplyCyn—lawyer turned content creator who has built a powerful voice around identity, career pivots, and showing up fully in public. Recorded at Marché Rue Dix in Crown Heights, this live episode captures the energy of a room filled with community, curiosity, and honesty. Guests didn’t just listen—they engaged, asked questions, and had real-time access to Cynthia’s journey. In this episode, we explore: What it really means to build publicly  Navigating multiple identities and passions as a wife, mother, lawyer, and content creator. Preparing for major life milestones Leaning on your chosen family and utilizing the village This isn’t just a conversation—it’s a moment of reflection for anyone questioning their path or redefining success on their own terms. 🎙 If this resonates, share it with someone navigating their own pivot. Follow Sistahs in Law for more conversations that go beyond the surface. Cynthia Andrew Instagram (@simplycyn): https://www.instagram.com/simplycyn/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SimplyCyn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@iamsimplycyn  Website: https://www.simplycyn.com/  Continue to follow @SistahsinLaw on IG and TikTok.  We are curating an intimate wellness afternoon for Black women professionals in Brooklyn called Sistahs in Law Sanctuary of Retreat: Matcha and Chill — a yoga, sound bath and matcha curated ritual experience for about 15 women. Stay tuned for more details on socials.  For more follow my Substack at On The Visionboard: https://onthevisionboard.substack.com/

Live from Brooklyn, this episode of Sistahs in Law brings listeners inside an intimate conversation with SimplyCyn—lawyer turned content creator who has built a powerful voice around identity, career pivots, and showing up fully in public. Recorded at Marché Rue Dix in Crown Heights, this live episode captures the energy of a room filled with community, curiosity, and honesty. Guests didn’t just listen—they engaged, asked questions, and had real-time access to Cynthia’s journey. In this episode, we explore: What it really means to pivot from law into content creation Navigating identity and visibility as a Black woman online Letting go of perfection and embracing evolution Building a personal brand without losing yourself This isn’t just a conversation—it’s a moment of reflection for anyone questioning their path or redefining success on their own terms. 🎙 If this resonates, share it with someone navigating their own pivot. Follow Sistahs in Law for more conversations that go beyond the surface. Cynthia Andrew Instagram (@simplycyn): https://www.instagram.com/simplycyn/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SimplyCyn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@iamsimplycyn  Website: https://www.simplycyn.com/  Continue to follow @SistahsinLaw on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sistahsinlaw/ and TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sistahsinlaw   For more follow my Substack at On The Visionboard: https://onthevisionboard.substack.com/

She was a YouTuber. Then she passed the bar. Now she's building the legal tech and she's doing it for every creator who ever signed a contract they didn't fully understand. In this episode, we sit down with Kameron Monet, an attorney, content creator, and founder who is rewriting what it looks like to practice law in the digital age. She has built a loyal online community by making the fine print make sense for everyday creators, and now she's turning that mission into something bigger: a legal tech platform purpose-built to help content creators analyze and take control of their contracts before they sign away their rights. We talk about the pivot from content creation, to traditional legal practice back to content creation, how she identified a gap in the creator economy that she couldn't stop thinking about, and what it really means to build a product while holding down a legal career. We also get into the challenges of being a Black woman building in the legal tech space and why she believes Black women attorneys are uniquely positioned to lead at the intersection of law, culture, and technology. This one is for the attorneys who have more than one vision. The creators who know their contracts deserve more attention. And the builders who refused to wait for someone else to solve the problem. 🔗 CONNECT WITH Kameron Monet: Instagram: @kameronmonet TikTok: @kameronmonet LinkedIn: Kameron Buckner Website / Platform: https://www.socialdocket.ai 📲 FOLLOW THE PODCAST: Instagram: @sistahsinlaw TikTok: @sistahsinlawWebsite: sistahsinlaw.org

What happens when a trademark attorney decides the next generation deserves a head start? In this episode, we tell the story of a trailblazing Black woman lawyer, Valerie Cambronne, who stepped beyond legal briefs and into classrooms, co-founding a nonprofit, LegallyBlack, dedicated to teaching young children about intellectual property rights. From trademarks on sneakers to copyrights behind their favorite songs, she’s translating complex legal concepts into lessons kids can actually use, empowering them to see themselves not just as consumers, but as creators with rights worth protecting. We explore her journey through the legal world, the moment she realized access to knowledge was the real gap, and how her organization is planting seeds of ownership, creativity, and confidence in communities often left out of these conversations. It’s a story about justice that starts early, imagination that deserves protection, and a woman redefining what advocacy looks like, one young mind at a time. Valerie’s LinkedIn LegallyBlack’s website Continue to follow @SistahsinLaw on IG and TikTok  For more follow my Substack at On The Visionboard

In this episode, we sit down with a formidable attorney whose journey winds from the polished corridors of BigLaw to the deeply personal mission of expanding her family’s legal legacy. Starting her career in a high-stakes corporate firm, she learned quickly that thriving as a Black woman associate meant more than just brilliance. It required strategy, resilience, and a keen understanding of  the inner workings of law firm politics— the subtle shift from being an enterprising first-year to being perceived as a rising force. She shares how she navigated that transformation without losing her voice, her values, or her sense of purpose. Now, she’s stepping into a new chapter: helping lead the expansion of her family’s law office into a growing branch, blending tradition with innovation. It’s not just a career move. It’s a generational baton pass, one that carries stories, sacrifices, and a reimagined vision of success. Along the way, she’s been quietly building ladders for others. While still in BigLaw, she launched a scholarship program, Bridging the Gap, aimed at supporting law students from underrepresented backgrounds, turning access into action and mentorship into momentum. This conversation explores: What it really takes to stand out (and stay grounded) in elite legal spacesThe emotional and strategic calculus behind leaving BigLawHow legacy can be both an anchor and a launchpadWhy investing in the next generation isn’t optional—it’s essentialIt’s a story about power, perception, and purpose—with a blueprint for anyone charting their own path through institutions not originally built with them in mind. Imani's Instagram: @imanimaatuka Imani's LinkedIn Continue to follow @SistahsinLaw on IG and TikTok.  For more follow my Substack at On The Visionboard

In this episode, we speak with a multifaceted Caribbean lawyer, Zoë Mercedes, who made a bold career pivot from law to content creation. She shares how she navigated cultural expectations, stopped caring what others think, and chose alignment over approval. This conversation explores career reinvention, leaving the legal profession, personal branding, and the power of living with gratitude. If you’re questioning a traditional career path or seeking permission to evolve, this episode is for you J. Zoë Mercedes Teague, also known as Zoë Mercedes, is a Queeribbean lawyer by training from the twin-island state of Antigua & Barbuda. She began her career in public-interest law, providing legal services to communities that have been historically and systemically disadvantaged, before pivoting into global philanthropy and human rights. Today, Zoë’s work centers gender justice, LGBTI+ rights, and narrative change, alongside her creative practice as a content creator, speaker, facilitator, and storyteller. She is deeply committed to living and working with intention, integrity, and joy—believing that success can be expansive, self-defined, and community-rooted. Her personal mantra, “life nice. thank you, more please,” reflects her gratitude-centered approach to both life and career, and serves as an invitation for people to imagine paths that feel aligned, abundant, and fully their own. Zoë 's Website: https://zoemercedes.com/ Zoë on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zoe.mercedesZoë 's Substack: https://zoemercedes.substack.com/ Continue to follow Sistahs in Law on IG and TikTok. For more follow my Substack at On The Visionboard: https://onthevisionboard.substack.com/

In this episode, we sit down with Meryanne Loum-Martin, a trailblazing figure whose path arcs from the precision of the legal world to the soulful artistry of boutique hospitality. She takes us through her early years in law, where structure and strategy shaped her thinking, and into the bold leap that led her to create Jnane Tamsna, her iconic oasis in Marrakech. Listeners will hear how she transformed a dream into a living, breathing sanctuary, merging design, culture, sustainability, and community into a single heartbeat. Along the way, she speaks candidly about identity, ambition, resilience, and what it means to build something both beautiful and meaningful. Whether you're fascinated by creative reinvention or curious about the evolution of African luxury hospitality, this conversation offers a rare window into the mind of a woman who reshaped her world and invited others to do the same. Check out the Jnane Tamsna: https://www.jnanetamsna.com/  More info on the Diaspora Salon event here: https://www.thediasporasalon.com/ Inside Marrakesh: Enchanting Homes and Gardens by Maryanne Loum-Martin available at Rizzoli: https://www.rizzoliusa.com/book/9780847864270/  Follow my Substack On The Visionboard: https://onthevisionboard.substack.com/

In this episode, I had such a generative discussion with Olamide Michelle on wellness and ritual.   Olamide Michelle is a brand strategist, lawyer, and creative founder based in Atlanta. She runs OMI Legal, a boutique law firm that helps entrepreneurs protect their ideas through trademarks and contracts, and leads Ritual House, a studio and community that blends branding, wellness, and storytelling. With a background in law, the arts, and business, Olamide is passionate about helping creative people build aligned, legally sound brands that feel as good as they look.  She is also the host of Ritual the Podcast dedicated to ambitious, creative women seeking a harmonious blend of productivity and purpose. I came across her podcast and immediately recognized that she would make an incredible guest on this podcast.  In a profession built on precision, power, and long hours, how do Black women in law find space to breathe, to heal, and to be whole? | Olamide Michelle's website: https://www.olamidemichelle.com/ OMI Legal: https://www.omilegal.com/ Ritual House: https://www.ritualhouse.co/ Substack - On The Visionboard: https://onthevisionboard.substack.com/

In this episode, we sit down with Anita Moukori, a Black woman from France who lived out a dream: studying law in the U.S. as a Fulbright scholar. She opens up about what it’s like to leave home, step into a whole new academic culture, and carry her identity proudly in spaces where she hasn’t always seen herself represented. We talk about the highs, the challenges, and the lessons she’s learning along the way, and how this journey is shaping not only her career, but also her sense of self. If you’ve ever thought about studying abroad, chasing an opportunity that feels bigger than you, or simply finding your place in new spaces, this conversation is for you. Anita's Bio: I'm Anita, a law graduate with a double degree in English and French law, and an LL.M. in Intellectual Property from Cardozo School of Law, where I was a Fulbright Scholar. I’m currently interning at a IP boutique law firm in Paris. I’m passionate about the intersection of law and creativity, and I love working on projects that help artists and storytellers share their work with the world. I am extremely happy to be on this podcast, which offers the opportunity to connect with others, exchange ideas, and be part of a conversation about building meaningful and fulfilling careers in the legal field. Anita's Recommendations: @_monographie_ On the Vision Board Substack: https://onthevisionboard.substack.com/ U.S. Fulbright Application Checklist: https://charitygates.gumroad.com/l/fulbrightapplicationchecklist

In our first live episode, recorded on May 5 during the kickoff of art week in New York, we sat down with international gallerist Kendra Jayne Patrick and intellectual property and art lawyer Gabrielle C. Wilson to explore what it means for Black women in law to also be art collectors, curators, and cultural stewards. This inspiring conversation dives into how collecting art becomes a form of storytelling, legacy-building, and reclaiming space—both professionally and personally. 🎙️ Hosted by Charity Gates Follow and share @SistahsinLaw (on IG, TikTok, and YouTube) for more stories where Black women in law speak their truth.  Kendra Jayne Patrick is the owner and director of Gallery, Kendra Jayne Patrick. The gallery is based in Switzerland and operates between Switzerland and the US and specializes in 21st century avant garde art.  Gabrielle C. Wilson is Counsel in Philip Nizer LLP's Litigation Practice. She advises clients in the creative industries, including artists, collectors, galleries, and institutions on matters involving copyright, trademark art, restitution, cultural property, and complex commercial disputes.

Talia Scott is in her final year of the JD/MBA program at New York University School of Law and the Stern School of Business. A first-generation college and professional student from Harlem, NY, Talia is a proud alumna of TYWLS East Harlem and graduated from Haverford College in 2019 as a QuestBridge Scholar with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. She will begin her legal career as a corporate associate at Davis Polk & Wardwell in the fall. Talia has professional experience across corporate law, entertainment law, finance, and the nonprofit sector. She is the founder of the Legally BLK Fund, a nonprofit organization that supports Black women applying to law school.  Talia is a member of the Amplify Her Foundation Leadership Network, where she helps advance philanthropic efforts in support of organizations serving women and girls and she is deeply passionate about empowering the next generation of changemakers.

Personal finance is such a buzzy yet touchy subject that most of us keep close to the chest especially lawyers. However, it is a topic that is super critical for gaining control over your future and developing important money management skills. I am so excited to feature Rho Thomas who has been on my vision board guest list for the podcast. Rho Thomas is an attorney and money coach who believes that true wealth is having control of your time. She helps lawyers grow their net worth to create more freedom and choice in their lives. She also hosts the Personal Finance for Lawyers podcast where she shares strategies each week for lawyers to improve their money mindset and manage their money to achieve true wealth.Rho’s Website: https://www.rhothomas.com/ Rho’s Podcast Personal Finance for Lawyers: https://www.rhothomas.com/podcast/ Rho's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamrhothomas

It took a little bit of time, but I'm finally bring the podcast back. In this episode, I get into my motivations for going to law school, a little background on my passion for traveling and francophone cultures as well as the immense favor that God has placed on my life in opening up doors that have been divinely placed along my path. I hope my story helps inspire someone as it took a bit of time to really practice gratitude on the way here because the journey was never straightforward. Enjoy the episode!

Intellectual property law is often considered the "sexiest" form of law. Learn more about this practice area from this week's guest who is an expert in the field.  Kamanta  Kettle is a commercial litigator and "Top 40 Under 40" intellectual property lawyer recognized by the National Black Lawyers association. A child of immigrants from Jamaica, West Indies, Kamanta  received her JD from Cornell Law School and Bachelor's Degree, cum laude from New York University. Kamanta  handles complex commercial disputes. Across a broad range of industries, including aeronautics finance and software engineering. In addition, she is a passionate trademark attorney who helps clients in the fashion, retail and beauty industries protect their brand assets. She is currently a Senior Attorney at Arent Fox Schiff.

Sometimes a passion can be your life's work.  For this week's guest, fashion has always had a unique place in her mission and allowed her to design her own pathway into bridging it with the legal industry.  Ashley N. Cloud founded The Cloud Law Firm, PLLC to educate and empower creative business owners with the tools and resources to establish and build their empires.  She comes from a long bloodline of entrepreneurs ranging from the beauty industry to the trucking and food industries. Ashley graduated from Howard University with her law degree and Master's of Business Administration in supply chain management in 2016. While at Howard, Ashley worked to educate the local and broader community on fashion law as co-chair of Fashion Law Week and co-founder and president of the Fashion Law Society. Shortly after graduating from Howard, Ashley served as an Assistant Attorney General in the District of Columbia Office of Consumer Protection. There, Ashley advised local and national businesses on their marketing and advertising practices.  Ashley's passion for supporting entrepreneurs, led her to serve as an attorney for the U.S. Small Business Administration. The first Black and highest ranked attorney to serve in her office as founder and managing attorney of The Cloud Law Firm PLLC, Ashley has successfully represented fashion and lifestyle brands before the United States Patent and Trademark Office.  She has also negotiated numerous partnership deals on behalf of her clients. Ashley has also assisted our clients in navigating the complicated process of receiving funding and support from the federal government. Ashley speaks on numerous topics, including business formation and development, intellectual property protection, diversity in fashion, cultural appropriation, supply chain management and resources for creative entrepreneurs. Ashley is licensed to practice law in the state of New York, the District of Columbia, and is awaiting bar admission to her home state of Texas.