In this episode of Studying Law Around the World, host Claudio Klaus speaks with Talita Krenk, an attorney whose career bridges Brazil and the United States. Talita began her legal journey as a prosecutor in Brazil before moving to the U.S., where she earned both an LL.M. and a J.D. in Indiana to qualify as a lawyer again. Today she works as Immigration Counsel and Manager at a multinational company in Colorado.
This conversation explores the challenges and opportunities of building an international legal career, including:
Transitioning from civil law in Brazil to common law in the U.S.
Navigating immigration policies, corporate compliance, and daily legal change
The role of resilience, networking, and mentorship in career reinvention
How online presence and community engagement create opportunities
Why diversity, language, and cultural identity are powerful assets for lawyers
This episode is ideal for law students, internationally trained lawyers, in-house counsel, and anyone interested in immigration law, global legal practice, and career growth.
Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.
This season is sponsored by: Grammatika International
Grammatika helps lawyers around the world succeed in their careers through legal writing courses and coaching. Learn more at www.grammatika.co.
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