Our newest For the Public episode features a powerful conversation originally hosted last fall as a live Zoom webinar by TYLA’s Public Service Committee. Moderated by 2025-2026 TYLA President Alyson Martinez, this Careers That Serve panel brings together four young public service attorneys - Anthony Franklyn, Ruby Boone, Mary Rios, and Todd Smith - whose careers reflect the wide spectrum of what public service law truly looks like: from federal prosecution to municipal practice, pro bono and nonprofit advocacy, and criminal defense through court appointments.

They share the moments that pulled them toward service, the communities that shaped their work, and why these roles – across government, nonprofit, municipal, and access to justice spaces – remain essential to our profession.

The panel also shares insightful practical tips for how law students and new attorneys can begin their career in the public interest space (“Write to a local judge.” “Keep an open mind.”), highlighting how relational and network driven this work can be, and why that’s a strength: public service careers grow through connection, mentorship, and community.

Now available as a convenient podcast episode, this discussion is a reminder that public service careers are purpose‑driven, people‑centered, and deeply impactful!

🎧 You can listen to this episode at the link below or on any platform you access podcasts: https://tyla.org/resource/for-the-public/

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