Victim to Victory: Triumph Over Tragedy is a podcast that shines a light on the human spirit’s incredible ability to overcome. Each episode features powerful, real-life stories of individuals who have faced immense adversity such as life-altering injuries, personal loss, and unimaginable setbacks. These are not just survival stories. They are stories of grit, transformation, and ultimate triumph. Hosted byCEO and Managing Partner of Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq, Lawrence A. LeBrocq, this show is a tribute to resilience and highlights true perseverance. With decades of experience helping clients through some of the most difficult chapters of their lives as a seasoned personal injury attorney, Lawrence brings compassion and curiosity to every conversation.
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Victim to Victory: Triumph Over Tragedy is a podcast that shines a light on the human spirit’s incredible ability to overcome. Each episode features powerful, real-life stories of individuals who have faced immense adversity such as life-altering injuries, personal loss, and unimaginable setbacks. These are not just survival stories. They are stories of grit, transformation, and ultimate triumph. Hosted byCEO and Managing Partner of Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq, Lawrence A. LeBrocq, this show is a tribute to resilience and highlights true perseverance. With decades of experience helping clients through some of the most difficult chapters of their lives as a seasoned personal injury attorney, Lawrence brings compassion and curiosity to every conversation.
Episode 77: From Boxing Dreams to Law Firm: The Pursuit of Opportunities
Victim to Victory: Triumph Over Tragedy
39 minutes
3 weeks ago
Episode 77: From Boxing Dreams to Law Firm: The Pursuit of Opportunities
From immigrating as a young child to navigating legal and personal challenges, Roberto Basantes’ journey is a testament to perseverance, family dedication, and turning adversity into opportunity.In this week's episode of Victim to Victory: Triumph Over Tragedy, we hear from Roberto Basantes, a paralegal, Golden Gloves champion, and mentor to professional fighters. He shares his story of arriving in the U.S. from Ecuador at age five, overcoming early hardships, and how the guidance of his parents and the love of his daughter kept him motivated through legal struggles, depression, and professional challenges.Roberto also opens up about building the Hackensack office for his law firm, mentoring the next generation of fighters, and giving back to his community—showing how determination, hard work, and family can transform a life of obstacles into one of impact and purpose.What to expect in this week’s episode:
Early Life Lessons: Learn how immigrating as a young child and navigating early hardships shaped his resilience, work ethic, and outlook on life.
Boxing and Mentorship: Discover how boxing became a source of therapy, discipline, and opportunity, and how Roberto now guides young fighters toward success in the ring and in life.
Professional Growth: Hear how he transitioned from body shop and warehouse work to becoming a paralegal, building a law office, and earning respect through dedication and integrity.
Overcoming Hardship: Understand the challenges he faced with legal issues, depression, and personal setbacks, and how family and faith supported his journey back to stability and purpose.
Family and Future: Gain insights into how he balances career, coaching, and family, providing for his parents and daughter while instilling values of independence, hard work, and perseverance.
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Victim to Victory: Triumph Over Tragedy
Victim to Victory: Triumph Over Tragedy is a podcast that shines a light on the human spirit’s incredible ability to overcome. Each episode features powerful, real-life stories of individuals who have faced immense adversity such as life-altering injuries, personal loss, and unimaginable setbacks. These are not just survival stories. They are stories of grit, transformation, and ultimate triumph. Hosted byCEO and Managing Partner of Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq, Lawrence A. LeBrocq, this show is a tribute to resilience and highlights true perseverance. With decades of experience helping clients through some of the most difficult chapters of their lives as a seasoned personal injury attorney, Lawrence brings compassion and curiosity to every conversation.
