A witty former radio personality-turned-lawyer has now risen to the ranks of the few women who’ve chaired the Judicial Nominating Commission for the Miami-Dade Circuit.

Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney shareholder Miranda Soto, board-certified in civil trial law, offered this tip to young women who are entering the law: Don’t be afraid to ask for opportunities to get into court, and reach out to trial attorneys for career advancement.