Sarita Venkat, who was recently named director of IP transactions at Apple, co-created and co-hosts the “Heels of Justice” podcast, which celebrates other trailblazing women in law. Venkat’s work on the podcast earned her a spot as one of 21 Women Leaders in Tech Law as part of The Recorder’s California Leaders in Tech Law and Innovation Awards. She recently shared her thoughts on the podcast’s launch and her advice for women looking to enter the field.

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