Attorney Spotlight: Get to Know Kimberly Lau

 

When did you join the firm?

July 2015

Tell us a little about your practice.

I’m an Education Lawyer and Litigator; Advocate for student and faculty rights on campus, including discipline matters; Civil rights and due process defender. You can visit the The Title IX and College Discipline Practice at Warshaw Burstein here. 

Why did you want to become an attorney?

I grew up with a first-generation immigrant parent and first-generation relatives. I experienced the struggles first-hand of those who could not advocate for themselves. I wanted to use my strengths in oral advocacy, creative problem-solving and compassion to help those who need help advocating for themselves.

What do you like to do outside of the office?

I love to go on family hikes, crafting with my daughter & travel

What career advice would you give to your younger self? 

I would give myself two pieces of advice: 

1. Success doesn’t happen overnight. It culminates through hard work, resilience and persistence.
2. I wish I had truly appreciated the value of networking and how it can help drive future business. The power of networking is priceless.