Verdicts and Vogue

Join Attorney Cristina Perez Hesano in Verdicts & Vogue, a podcast that brings together the world of law and lifestyle in an insightful and engaging way. Episodes feature interviews with top legal professionals as they explore pressing issues in various areas of law and precedents. This podcast goes beyond the courtroom—Cristina and her guests dive into the realities of owning a law firm, being a business owner, and navigating the challenges faced by women in business and working moms.

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Attorney Cristina Perez Hesano smiling on a couch for the Verdicts & Vogue podcast cover
Attorney Cristina Perez Hesano smiling on a couch for the Verdicts & Vogue podcast cover
  • Cristina Perez and attorney Erika Contreras talking during Episode 20 of the Verdicts & Vogue podcast, seated in studio chairs with microphones.
    December 1st, 2025

    Erika Contreras on Rising, Motherhood, and Mastering the Courtroom – Part 2

    In Episode 20 of Verdicts & Vogue, Part 2 of Cristina Perez’s conversation with Attorney Erika Contreras dives deeper into Erika’s remarkable rise from receptionist to partner at one of the country’s top personal injury law firms. She reflects on the determination, humility, and relentless work ethic that carried her through law school, motherhood, financial hardship, and the early ...

  • Cristina Perez Hesano interviewing attorney Erika Contreras during Episode 19 of the Verdicts & Vogue podcast, seated in a studio with microphones and leather chairs.
    November 24th, 2025

    Erika Contreras on Litigation & Leadership: A Trailblazing Latina’s Journey – Part 1

    In Episode 19 of Verdicts & Vogue, host Cristina Perez Hesano sits down with powerhouse trial attorney Erika Contreras, the first female and first Latina partner at Panish | Shea | Boyle | Ravipudi. Erika shares her inspiring journey from growing up in Los Angeles’ Pico-Union neighborhood to becoming a leading voice in catastrophic injury litigation. Erika reflects on ...

  • Cristina Perez Hesano interviews guest Gil Negrete in the Verdicts and Vogue studio, sitting in tan armchairs with microphones, a floral arrangement, and podcast equipment between them.
    November 17th, 2025

    Behind the Persona: Gil Negrete’s Journey Through Success, Suspension, and Survival

    Episode 18 of Verdicts and Vogue features Cristina Perez Hesano in a deeply honest conversation with Gil Negrete, a former billboard attorney known for his big personality and public controversies. Gil shares the story most people have never heard, beginning with his childhood in Phoenix, his early passion for sports, and the hustle that eventually led him to build ...

  • Cristina Perez and Brenda Echevarria sitting in a studio during a Verdicts and Vogue podcast conversation, speaking into microphones while seated in leather chairs.
    November 10th, 2025

    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 ...

  • Cristina Pérez Hesano interviewing attorney Brenda Echevarria during Verdicts & Vogue Episode 16 in a relaxed studio setting with microphones and a toast setup.
    October 27th, 2025

    Cristina Perez & Brenda Echevarria Part 1: Finding Your Voice and Building Your Path

    In Episode 16 of Verdicts & Vogue, host Cristina Perez Hesano of Perez Law Group sits down with Attorney Brenda Echevarria for an inspiring conversation about resilience, mentorship, and embracing one’s cultural identity. What begins as a lighthearted toast evolves into a heartfelt discussion about perseverance, family, and creating opportunity through hard work and determination. Brenda shares her journey ...

  • Podcast throwback episode featuring Jonathan Negretti and Erling Andersen in a virtual interview, highlighting Erling’s journey from tech entrepreneur to legal innovator.
    September 30th, 2025

    Throwback to The Legal Beagle with Jonathan Negretti & Guest Erling Andersen

    Episode 15: Sometimes the most powerful stories are the ones worth telling twice. In this episode of Verdicts & Vogue takes us back to the one and only podcast by Jonathan Negretti — The Legal Beagle — where he sat down with Erling Andersen, a Norwegian entrepreneur whose life embodies resilience, reinvention, and disruption in the legal world. Erling’s ...