Verdicts and Vogue

Verdicts and Vogue

Join Attorney Cristina Perez Hesano in Verdicts & Vogue, a podcast that brings together the world of law and lifestyle in an insightful and engaging way. Episodes feature interviews with top legal professionals as they explore pressing issues in various areas of law and precedents. This podcast goes beyond the courtroom—Cristina and her guests dive into the realities of owning a law firm, being a business owner, and navigating the challenges faced by women in business and working moms.

Episodes

September 29, 2025 49 mins

Verdicts & Vogue – Episode 15

Throwback to The Legal Beagle with Jonathan Negretti & Guest Erling Andersen

Sometimes the most powerful stories are the ones worth telling twice. Episode 15 of Verdicts & Vogue takes us back to the one and only podcast by Jonathan Negretti — The Legal Beagle — where he sat down with Erling Andersen, a Norwegian entrepreneur whose life embodies resilience, reinvention, and disruption in the l...

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Cristina Perez & Rachel Frazier Johnson

Power in Advocacy: High-Stakes Litigation & Leadership in Law

Attorney Rachel Frazier Johnson is a force who has built her career on resilience, growth, and an unwavering pursuit of justice. What began as a passion for the law evolved into a path of leadership, influence, and impact—marked by decisive steps that continue to elevate her as one of the most respected litigators and woman l...

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Episode Summary: The Backbone of Litigation – A Paralegal’s Perspective with Rosi Castillo

In this episode of Verdicts & Vogue, we step behind the curtain of high-stakes litigation with Rosi Castillo, a seasoned paralegal whose two decades in product liability law have made her an indispensable force in the courtroom and beyond. With candor, humor, and heart, Rosi shares how her journey from a receptionist to chairperson of the ...

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In this episode of Verdicts in Vogue, host Cristina Perez sits down with renowned trial lawyer Sean Simpson at the TBI Med Legal conference, where the two first met years ago. Their conversation dives into the heart of trial work, collaboration, mentorship, and the fight for justice in personal injury law.

The discussion begins with their origin story—meeting at a dinner years back, introduced through mutual colleagues. That chance ...

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Episode 11: Cristina Perez with Kari Ramos & Ilya Lerma: Advocacy with Impact—From the Courtroom to Strategy


Cristina Perez with Kari Ramos & Ilya Lerma: Advocacy with Impact—From the Courtroom to Strategy

In this inspiring episode of Verdicts & Vogue, Cristina Perez sits down with two powerhouse trial attorneys—Kari Ramos and Ilya Lerma—for a dynamic conversation on leadership, resilience, and what it takes to advoca...

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Episode 10, Part 2: Precision Litigator: Catastrophic Personal Injury & Products Liability Lawyer

In Part 2 of this compelling two-part series of Verdicts & Vogue, Julian Gomez returns to share a deeper, more personal side of his journey—one that goes beyond the courtroom and into the fabric of family, mentorship, legacy, and the mindset that defines true leadership. Building on Part 1, Julian opens up about how he shows up ...

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Episode 9, Part 1: Precision Litigator: Catastrophic Personal Injury & Products Liability Lawyer

In this captivating episode of Verdicts & Vogue, we sit down with Julian Gomez, a renowned catastrophic personal injury and products liability lawyer whose life and career have been shaped by generations of resilience, family values, and a relentless pursuit of justice. From growing up on a multi-generational South Texas ranch to...

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Episode 8: Cristina Perez & Mike Alder: Litigation Powerhouse: Personal Injury, Business Torts & Employment LawMike Alder is widely recognized as one of California’s premier trial attorneys, known for his aggressive advocacy, strategic litigation skills, and deep commitment to client justice. As the founder and senior trial attorney at AlderLaw, based in Los Angeles, he has led his firm to recover over $3.1 billion in verdi...

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Episode 7: Cristina Perez, Frances Lynch & Ronda Kelso, RN, JD: Verdicts with Vision: Clinical Expertise and Compelling Advocacy

Ronda Kelso, RN, JD
From Scrubs to Summations: Mastering Medical Malpractice
With dual expertise as a registered nurse and trial lawyer, Ronda Kelso offers a rare and razor-sharp perspective on medical malpractice litigation. Her insights blend clinical precision with courtroom power.

Frances Lync...

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Episode 6: Cristina Perez and Alejandro Blanco: Relentless in the Courtroom: Catastrophic Injury & Camp Lejeune Litigation

Trial lawyer Alejandro Blanco brings intensity, precision, and unwavering dedication to catastrophic injury and environmental exposure cases, including Camp Lejeune claims. Known for his fearless advocacy and strategic command, Alejandro is a force in the courtroom—and a compelling voice on the mic.


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Episode 5: Cristina and Jill McMahon, LPC: The Power of Grief, the Strength in Letting Go

In this powerful episode of Verdicts & Vogue, host Cristina Perez Hesano is joined by close friend and grief counselor Jill McMahon, LPC for a deeply honest conversation on trauma, healing, boundaries, and growth. With a friendship spanning over 14 years, Cristina and Jill reflect on the chapters of life that shaped them—through motherhood...

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Episode 4: Cristina Perez and Ilya Lerma: Power, Presence & the $10 Million Dollar Pushback

In this episode of Verdicts & Vogue, Cristina Perez Hesano welcomes her friend, colleague, and fellow trial warrior Ilya Lerma for a raw and insightful conversation about life in the courtroom, in leadership, and as women balancing it all.

Ilya shares the backstory behind one of her most significant career moments — a $10 million medic...

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Episode 3: Cristina Perez and Kari Ramos: Strength Through Adversity, Leadership Through Experience

In this powerful and deeply human episode of Verdicts & Vogue, Cristina Perez sits down with attorney and advocate Kari Ramos for a candid and wide-ranging conversation about strength, personal growth, and the often-unseen sides of practicing law as a woman.

From growing up in a rural Nevada town with no grocery store or law enforc...

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Episode 2 - Cristina Perez and Jonathan Negretti: Leading with Heart, Advocacy, Life, and Law.

In this episode of Verdicts and Vogue, Cristina Perez welcomes trial lawyer Jonathan Negretti for a candid and inspiring conversation about leadership, client relationships, and what it truly means to serve others through the work you do. Jonathan opens up about his journey from humble beginnings to building his own law firm, sharing how ...

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Episode 1 – Cristina and the Kids: Love, Law and Laughter


Welcome to the very first episode of Verdicts & Vogue, hosted by Latina trial attorney Cristina Perez Hesano. There’s no better way to begin this podcast journey than by sitting down with the people who know her best—her kids.

In this candid and heartfelt conversation, Cristina’s children open up about what life is like growing up with a mom who balances motherhood and a d...

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