Why did you select your profession?
I was intrigued, like many attorneys, by the justice system in our country and wanted to work to help better the lives of our citizens.
What’s the best career advice you’ve received?
My mother would always tell me, even when I felt overwhelmed or down, that hard work and dedication to your pursuits will pay off. She was absolutely correct.
What advice would you give your 22-year-old self?
Work hard and don’t worry about what everyone else is doing or thinks about you.
How do you keep a work-life balance?
This is a hard thing to do, particularly in our modern world. Professionally, I try to work as hard as I can to complete the task and seize the free moments when they exist. … I am lucky to have such a great family and group of friends to surround myself with.
What is your favorite Rhode Island restaurant?
Scales and Shells in Newport. •
