We’re closing out this special Young Gunners series with the heart of each campaign – the message every candidate hopes will resonate with young lawyers as voting begins. You can access this episode at this link, or anywhere you listen to podcasts: https://tyla.org/resource/young-gunners-podcast/

Don’t forget – voting for Texas Young Lawyers Association is April 1-30, 2026!

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Who are these candidates at their core? This episode explores what they want young lawyers to know about them beyond résumés, titles, and TYLA leadership roles. You can access this and all future episodes at this link, or anywhere you listen to podcasts: https://tyla.org/resource/young-gunners-podcast/

Don’t forget – voting for Texas Young Lawyers Association is April 1-30, 2026!

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This week features Linda Garza, a Texas attorney whose career spans public service, family‑built entrepreneurship, and the fast‑paced world of consumer brands. Linda began her career in the courtroom – first as an assistant public defender and then as a long‑time prosecutor leading specialized units, including SVU. Those years taught her resilience, empathy, and what justice looks like when you’re standing with people at their most vulnerable moments.

But like many of our Young Gunners guests, Linda’s path took an unexpected turn. Raised in a large Mexican‑American family rooted in wellness, culture, and community, she eventually stepped into a new chapter: helping her family build Siete Family Foods, the nationally recognized, culture‑driven CPG brand that has reshaped the grain‑free food space. As general counsel, she navigated everything from IP protection to product development to the legal complexities of a rapidly scaling startup – all while safeguarding the family’s story and mission.

Her episode explores what it means to lead with cultural identity, how public‑service skills translate into business building, and why non‑linear careers often create the most meaningful impact. Linda also shares her commitment to service beyond the workplace – through bar leadership, nonprofit work, and the Garza Family Foundation – and the through‑line that connects every chapter of her journey.

It’s an inspiring, candid look at how lawyers can be advocates, builders, and community stewards all at once!

Listen at the link below, or on any platform where you listen to podcasts:https://tyla.org/resource/young-gunners-podcast/

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