Cannella Snyder founder Tedra Cannella is featured in the Women in Law Spotlights section of Attorney at Law’s inaugural national special issue, which highlights leading women attorneys across the country. In this special edition, women share their personal experiences, reflect on the progress made within the legal profession, and spotlight the work that remains to be done.

In her feature, Tedra reflects on the trailblazing women who helped shape the path for today’s generation of female trial lawyers:

“The community of women plaintiff trial lawyers today is intentional, collaborative and deeply supportive—but that didn’t happen by accident. Women a generation ahead of me, like my former boss, Judge Leigh Martin May, laid the groundwork through grit, sacrifice and determination. They succeeded in a male-dominated field and made space for the rest of us by normalizing women in trial work. Because of them, we now share strategies, salary expectations and referrals; we support each other in leadership and business development. Their example didn’t just inspire us—it created a new way forward.”

The Women in Law special edition celebrates attorneys practicing in a wide range of disciplines and following diverse career paths, offering a powerful look at the evolving role of women in the legal profession.

Read the full issue here.