The Meaningful Podcast #88 – Daniela Velandia

Dive into the world of criminal law, advocacy, and the human side of the justice system with Daniela Velandia, lawyer and co-founder of Velandia & Pouyes Avocats. As a passionate criminal defense lawyer, Daniela dedicates her career to giving voice to the accused and ensuring fairness in every stage of the legal process. Through her practice, she highlights the complexity of justice, the importance of presumption of innocence, and the social responsibility lawyers carry when defending the vulnerable. In this episode, Daniela shares her journey into criminal law, why she chose to defend the accused, and the challenges of navigating a system that often feels stacked against individuals. We explore the role of empathy in legal defense, the ethical dilemmas inherent in high-stakes cases, and her vision for a more humane approach to justice. This conversation shines a light on the often-overlooked side of criminal law and the people who fight tirelessly for fairness in the courtroom. For a deeper dive into our guest’s groundbreaking work, visit: https://vpavocats.ca