Building a Law Firm from Scratch: Risk, Leadership and Entrepreneurship

What does it take to build a successful business from scratch with everything on the line?

 

In this powerful episode of Stories by Career Sisters, Beverly sits down with Joy Edwards, a Caribbean-born attorney and founder of a growing Atlanta-based family law firm. Together they explore her journey from debate champion in Jamaica to bold entrepreneur and law firm leader in the United States.

 

Joy shares what shaped her path into law, why international law didn’t unfold as planned after law school, and how she made the courageous decision to leave a stable job to launch her own firm.  Joy also reflects on supporting women from underrepresented backgrounds who want to pursue leadership or start their own firms, emphasising that success requires both passion and perseverance.

 

Whether you’re a lawyer, entrepreneur, aspiring leader, or a professional navigating career growth, this episode offers honest insights into ambition, risk-taking and building a purpose-driven business.

 

Tune in for an inspiring conversation about courage, growth, and creating success on your own terms.