Who’s Behind
Briefly Written
A lawyer.
A writer.
A woman with a soft spot for sandy paws (and stories that feature them).
From Billables to Barristers
I’ve been a lawyer for nearly a decade, and, during that time, I’ve worn a few different hats.
I started in BigLaw as a litigator. I mostly did corporate defense work, but my firm had an incredible pro bono practice and I worked on a lot of criminal defense matters, too.
Then I spent some time in my firm’s London office. It wasn’t my first time working in London. During college, I interned for a criminal defense barrister. (No, I didn’t get to wear the wig)
When I returned to America, I clerked for the Chief Judge of New York’s highest court.
After that, I spent some time learning the other side of criminal law when I prosecuted cases in Manhattan.
From Law to Lore
I set out to explore as many corners of the legal world as I could.
And I did.
I loved the work. And I wanted to pass it on. So I transitioned to the classroom, where I now teach first-year law students how to think and write like lawyers, drawing on everything I learned along the way.
And now? I’m writing my debut novel. Because legal briefs aren’t the only stories I want to tell.
I created Briefly Written to share what I’ve learned—concise, actionable tips for legal and creative writers who want less noise and more clarity.
Whether you’re briefing a judge or building a world, I’ve got you covered.
Let’s write something that matters—briefly.
