In this episode of Power of Attorney, LeTonya Moore welcomes Melba Pearson, Esq for a 2-part discussion on Criminal Justice Reform. Melba Pearson is a candidate for Miami-Dade State Attorney. They will be discussing Bail Reform, Juvenile Justice, Police Transparency and more! You can read about her platform at www.melbaformiami.com. ABOUT THE GUEST: Melba Pearson is an attorney specializing in civil rights and criminal law, with an emphasis on policy. Before launching her consulting firm MVP Law, she spent three years as Deputy Director of the ACLU of Florida where she worked to change police practices, expand voting rights, and reform the criminal justice system. Previously, Ms. Pearson was an Assistant State Attorney in Miami-Dade County for 16 years, culminating as Assistant Chief in the Career Criminal/Robbery Unit supervising junior attorneys while prosecuting homicides. She is the Past President of the National Black Prosecutors Association now serving as the Foundation President; Immediate Past President of the Gwen S. Cherry Black Women Lawyers Association; and co-chair of the Prosecution Function Committee, American Bar Association Criminal Justice Section.

In this episode of Power of Attorney, LeTonya Moore welcomes Melba Pearson, Esq for a 2-part discussion on Criminal Justice Reform. Melba Pearson is a candidate for Miami-Dade State Attorney. They will be discussing Bail Reform, Juvenile Justice, Police Transparency and more! You can read about her platform at www.melbaformiami.com. ABOUT THE GUEST: Melba Pearson is an attorney specializing in civil rights and criminal law, with an emphasis on policy. Before launching her consulting firm MVP Law, she spent three years as Deputy Director of the ACLU of Florida where she worked to change police practices, expand voting rights, and reform the criminal justice system. Previously, Ms. Pearson was an Assistant State Attorney in Miami-Dade County for 16 years, culminating as Assistant Chief in the Career Criminal/Robbery Unit supervising junior attorneys while prosecuting homicides. She is the Past President of the National Black Prosecutors Association now serving as the Foundation President; Immediate Past President of the Gwen S. Cherry Black Women Lawyers Association; and co-chair of the Prosecution Function Committee, American Bar Association Criminal Justice Section.

In this episode of Power of Attorney, LeTonya welcomes criminal defense attorney Victoria Clark to discuss the role of plea bargain in criminal justice system, how to properly vet attorneys, and more.

In this episode of Power of Attorney, LeTonya welcomes Dr. Frances Richards to discuss the disparities for 60+ business owners. ABOUT THE GUEST: Frances Richards, Ph.D. is President/CEO of Arlean Richards, LLC, Podcast Host OF THE Black Entrepreneur Experience Podcast, Wellness Coach, Motivational Speaker and Author. She is passionate about helping individuals in the 60+ category transform from the inside out. She believes we should invest in our health, because it is our wealth with a profitable return. Website: www.drfrancesrichards.com

In this episode of Power of Attorney, LeTonya welcomes Mario C. Brown, Pastor, Prophet turned life architect. He shares his journey from pulpit to marketplace. Website: mariocbrown.org

In this episode of Power of Attorney, LeTonya welcomes Mario C. Brown, Pastor, Prophet turned life architect. He shares his journey from pulpit to marketplace. Website: mariocbrown.org

In this episode of Power of Attorney, LeTonya welcomes Dhenu Maru, Immigration Attorney and advocate, to Dispel Some Immigration Myths. This is a 2part podcast. Part 2 covers Business Immigration. Dhenu shares her unique perspective as an Immigrant and Attorney. "I believe each immigrant has a very unique and very personal “immigrant experience” but having gone through this experience is something that bonds immigrants." You can find out more at http://www.swagatusa.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/DhenuMaru_ImmigrationLawyer_shortbio.pdf

In this episode of Power of Attorney, LeTonya welcomes Dhenu Maru, Immigration Attorney and advocate, to Dispel Some Immigration Myths. This is a 2part podcast. Part 1 covers Family Immigration. Dhenu shares her unique perspective as an Immigrant and Attorney. "I believe each immigrant has a very unique and very personal “immigrant experience” but having gone through this experience is something that bonds immigrants." You can find out more at http://www.swagatusa.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/DhenuMaru_ImmigrationLawyer_shortbio.pdf

Bridget Irby is a best selling author, international keynote speaker, and marketing strategist with two decades of experience. She has led turnarounds including transforming a SNF from the edge of bankruptcy to over $6 million in revenue, doubling medicare revenue for another SNF in less than 60 days, and leading a failing nonprofit hospital to over $90,000 in profit in just 45 days. Her business skills were put to the test however when her son was involved in a tragic accident leaving him in a coma for nearly a year. While she watched her family and her business crumble around her, Bridget armed herself for the fight of her life. Rebuilding her empire from a tiny closet in a foreign city, Bridget has proven the power of sales, marketing, and fortitude. Loaded with case studies from entrepreneurs and corporations around the world, she is more than a just a business consultant. Bridget Irby is a motivational speaker, a transformational coach, and a powerful force for families everywhere. Website: www.bridgetirby.com

Gordon Firemark practices entertainment and media law in Los Angeles and is devoted to the representation of clients in film, television, theatre, and new media. He helps creative industry professionals make deals that make sense, and that get their productions developed, financed, produced and distributed. His practice also covers intellectual property, cyberspace, new media, business transactions, and corporate matters for clients in the entertainment industry. Mr. Firemark is frequently referred to as “The Podcast Lawyer™”, and is the author of The Podcast, Blog, & New Media Producers’ Legal Survival Guide. (Https://podcastlawbook.com) He is also a podcaster himself. Since 2009, he has produced and hosted “Entertainment Law Update” (http://entertainmentlawupdate.com), which provides a monthly roundup of news and commentary about the field of entertainment law for artists, lawyers, and other professionals in the industry. He holds a B.A. in Radio, Television and Film from the University of Oregon, and earned his law degree at Southwestern University School of Law. He teaches Entertainment Law at Columbia College Hollywood, and Contracts at Pepperdine Law School. Before starting his own firm, he was a partner in The Business Affairs Group, and worked in the legal and business affairs departments at Hanna Barbera Productions and the MGM/UA Worldwide Television Group. Website: https://gordonfiremark.com