Cristina Perez & Brenda Echevarria Part 2: Leading in Law and Life
In Episode 17 of Verdicts & Vogue, host Cristina Perez Hesano continues a heartfelt conversation with attorney Brenda Echeverria, exploring what it means to lead with strength, vulnerability, and resilience. Brenda reflects on the pressure she placed on herself early in her career, including long nights studying, the weight of expectations, and the desire to do everything perfectly. Her message to her younger self, and to women on similar paths, is simple and grounding: relax, breathe, and trust that you are doing better than you think.
Brenda shares honest moments about raising two young children while building her legal career, including a cross-country move with a newborn. She talks about the chaos, the tears, and the determination behind her mantra, “Just keep swimming.” She also explains how she motivates herself during tough days with the phrase, “Tough times do not last, tough people do,” a lesson she now passes on to her daughter.
The episode highlights Brenda’s commitment to service, especially through pro bono work for Spanish-speaking and immigrant communities who often lack access to quality legal support. She also reflects on her growth as a female attorney, from receiving steady case flow at Morgan and Morgan to learning how to build her own book of business and relationships at The Advocates. Her experience with BNI shows how genuine community connections can create long-term impact without relying on traditional advertising.
The episode closes with lighthearted moments that show Brenda’s warmth and personality. Through stories of her childhood dreams and rapid-fire questions about life and happiness, she reminds listeners that joy is often found in simple things like tacos by the beach or laughing with friends. Episode 17 is a celebration of women who keep moving forward, who lead with empathy and courage, and who lift others as they rise.
