"When you do what you love, you never work a day in your life"
Leading by Example
A Story of Resilience & Grit
Kara’s journey started in the Caribbean island of Haiti. Despite facing the tragic loss of her father at only age 14 and the subsequent tragic loss of her grandmother 4 years later, Kara has risen against all odds, to forge her unconventional path to success.
Starting her law firm on the heels of a Mary Kay beauty business, Kara is no stranger to going completely against the grain in one’s quest for success. Inspired by her own journey of overcoming workplace challenges and limitations on her freedom as a new mom early in her legal career, Kara founded the Laptop Lifestyle Lawyer Community to address the struggles faced by women lawyers. Through this platform, she empowers them to navigate obstacles, achieve financial independence while prioritizing self-care and finding work-life balance. She has redefined the legal landscape by advocating for virtual law practices and empowering lawyers to achieve financial independence while maintaining a flexible lifestyle with their loved ones. Today, she helps with women of all walks achieve financial and emotional independence so they can create the life of their dreams.
Kara is an author, motivational speaker, and business and personal development coach with over 15 years of experience coaching women and facilitating group trainings and retreats. She is the CEO of Vaval Law, a personal injury law firm and the InPowerment Institute, LLC, an educational and empowerment platform delivering courses, training, retreats, and coaching services to individuals seeking to create their best life. Also known as the Laptop Lifestyle Lawyer, Kara continuously provides support, resources, and networking opportunities for those Lawyers who are striving for unconventional success.
Kara is the author of 28,000 Days…Make Yours Count!, a powerful book that provides readers with an inspiring perspective on living purposefully. In its pages, she shares her personal journey, including the tragedies and heartbreaks that have shaped her into the woman she is today. With a core belief that life doesn’t happen to us, but for us, Kara challenges and motivates others to embrace a life of intention, ownership, and possibility.
Kara is most proud of being a mom to her 2 amazing kids: Luc and Lia. They have been the driving force behind the life and business choices that have led her to provide the life and lifestyle she had envisioned for them.
Kara is the founder and host of The Unfiltered with Kara Podcast and The Laptop Lifestyle Lawyer Podcast, both of which are designed to empower and equip listeners with practical tools, strategies, and inspiration to build full and joyful lives during their average 28,000 days on earth.
Kara leverages her legal background and deep passion for uplifting women to help others rise to their highest potential. She is a fierce advocate for resilience, authenticity, and achieving success on one’s own terms.
Kara subscribes to the belief that: "When you love what you do, you never work a day in your life."
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It’s time to regain your confidence and step into your financial independence With Kara. You will receive the mentorship, coaching and encouragement you need to pursue your goals and dreams on your terms.
Whether you are a lady lawyer seeking a new direction in your legal career or a woman looking for support on your journey to success, however unconventional the way, now is the perfect time to turn your aspirations into accomplishments.
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