CALG partner M.C. Sungaila has interviewed more than 175 female judges and justices, notable attorneys, executives, and authors for Portia Project, her award-winning monthly podcast.

In the latest episode, M.C. interviewed retired California Court of Appeal Justice — and newest member of the firm — Pat Benke. They discussed not just Pat’s experiences across 35 years of service as a Court of Appeal justice, but also coming to America as a Syrian immigrant, learning the ropes as a journalist in San Diego, attending law school, and becoming an award-winning author of fiction and short stories in her spare time.

You can listen to the entire podcast by clicking here.