Breeana Somers: From Teen Mom to Big Law Attorney, An Inspiring Journey

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In this episode, we sit down with Breeana J. Somers, a litigation associate at Ballard Spahr, who shares her incredible story of resilience and success. From being a teen mom relying on government assistance to working multiple jobs while attending law school at night—Breeana defied the odds to break into Big Law. She opens up about hiding her motherhood from her firm, the challenges of balancing it all, and how embracing her authenticity changed everything. Breeana also discusses her journey with ADHD, from a misdiagnosis to sharing her experience publicly—leading to women reaching out to her for support and even driving new business her way. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on perseverance, breaking barriers, and the power of owning your story.