Q & A with KPA Attorney Maryam Danishwar
Maryam Danishwar may be one of the youngest attorneys at KPA, but that hasn’t stopped her from being one of the most active attorneys within the plaintiffs’ bar. You are guaranteed to see a whole lot more from her in the future, so get to know her now…
Q: Where were you born? A: Afghanistan
Q: What is your favorite quote? A: A bank is a place where they lend you an umbrella in fair weather and ask for it back when it begins to rain. Robert Frost knew all about student loans.
Q: What is your favorite candy bar? A: Almond Joy, it’s the blend of my three favorite ingredients.
Q: If you could have any super hero power, what would it be? A: To freeze time.
Q: Favorite sports team? A: The Los Angeles Lakers, I am a diehard purple and gold blooded fan.
Q: Favorite athlete? A: Nick Van Exel (aka Nick the Quick) ever since his days in Cincinnati.
Q: What CD is playing in your car right now? A: Rotation of Alicia Keys – The Element of Freedom and Shakira – She Wolf
Q: What is your favorite movie? A: My Cousin Vinny
Q: Favorite law show on TV? A: The Practice
Q: Tell me about your involvement with CAALA, CAOC, AAJ and the LA County Bar Association. A: CAALA: I’m in the New Lawyers Committee; CAOC: I’m a part of the Women’s Caucus; AAJ: I’m a part of the NLD; LA County Bar: I volunteer at the Domestic Violence Project (DVP).
Q: Why do you think it is so important for attorneys to get involved within their industry? A: To shape the industry to not only fit their needs but to also allow them to pursue their goals.
Q: Most valuable lesson you have learned since becoming an attorney? A: Question everything.
Q: Do you work best in the morning or at night? A: Morning by far.
Q: Best part about being a plaintiff attorney? A: The human aspect of it. There’s a lot of client contact involved in this field which allows you to see and understand who you’re helping. There’s a great deal of satisfaction that comes from plaintiffs work.
Q: If you weren’t an attorney, what would be your next career choice? A: Sports Analyst for Fox Sports West
