What motivates people to go to law school? Like many things in life, it depends. One common reason, though, is a desire to improve the world or to help a subset of people or a particular cause. After completing law school, it can take time for attorneys to determine which practice area is their calling. For Yasaman Saeedasr, one of our Associate Attorneys, she was first drawn to criminal lawwhile obtaining her undergraduate degree in Iran. “My family always encouraged me to get a higher education,” Yasaman says. “The only question was what I would do with that education. As a female living in a male-dominated society, it was always fascinating to me to see female lawyers. The legal system in Iran is very different than in other countries, and there are many human rights that are violated in my country. People need good legal representation. This is what motivated me to go to law school.” Yasaman completed her undergraduate work for law school in Iran, but when her path changed, she began law school at Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law before completing law school at the University of Denver. After passing the Colorado Bar Exam, Yasaman began practicing in workers’ compensation defense. Very quickly, Yasaman realized this area of lawwas not fulfilling to her and transitioned to family law. “I switched to family law because I feel I can make a difference in the lives of families, both for the kids and for the parents,” Yasaman explains. “It’s so important for kids to have the support of both their parents in their lives. Even though the family is changing, the love between kids and their parents doesn’t have to change. I came to Johnson LawGroup because I could see how supportive everyone is here, both to their colleagues and to their clients. They go above and beyond so families can start this new chapter of their lives in the best possible position. It always means so much to have a client call and thank me for helping them be able to spend more time with their kids. That’s how I know I have done my job well.” Outside of work, Yasaman spends lots of time cooking with her husband, JK. Their kitchen is full of various dishes, often Iranian foods, which is Yasaman’s specialty. They also enjoy camping, hiking, and hanging out with their dog, Emily.
SPRINGTIME CACIO E PEPE Inspired by EatingWell
Nothing is more comforting than a big bowl of cacio e pepe , which is Italian for cheese and pepper. This dish combines a wholesome flavor profile with fresh, seasonal ingredients to satisfy any craving.
Ingredients
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● 6 oz multigrain spaghetti
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● 8 oz fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
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● 1 tbsp olive oil
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● 1 tsp lemon zest
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● 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
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● 1/2 tsp black pepper
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● 1 cup baby arugula
Directions
1. Heat oven to 425 F. 2. In a large pot, cook spaghetti until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of water before draining and put spaghetti in a covered pot to keep warm. 3. Line a 15x10-inch baking pan with foil and toss in asparagus and olive oil. 4. Cook asparagus for 5–7 minutes and sprinkle with lemon zest. 5. Add 3/4 cup of the reserved water, Parmesan cheese, and pepper to the spaghetti. Stir until creamy. 6. Toss in asparagus and arugula before serving.
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