NEW JOB TITLE: Dallas-based principal at Amy Stewart P.C.

PREVIOUS POSITION: Dallas partner and co-chair of the litigation practice at Gardere Wynne Sewell L.L.P.

LOOKING FORWARD TO: I want to provide outstanding legal services for my clients who come to me for policy reviews, coverage opinions, insurance advice and dispute resolutions.

ON LEADERSHIP: My leadership style embraces collaboration in team building and using the diverse range of skills and perspectives that my team offers to obtain the best results for my policyholder clients.

CHALLENGES FACING INDUSTRY: Competition is fierce among insurance companies in all commercial lines. The challenge for the insurance companies is to provide coverage enhancements that satisfy existing policyholders and entice new clients.

WHAT SURPRISED ME: I review insurance policies in all lines for a living. After reviewing so many policies over a 35-year career, I’m surprised that with enough premium dollars it’s possible to insure virtually any risk.

FAVORITE QUOTE: “When you talk, you are only repeating what you already know. But if you listen, you may learn something new.” — Dalai Lama

OUTSIDE THE INDUSTRY, A DREAM JOB: Curator of impressionist art at the Musée d’Orsay in Paris.

HOBBIES: Cooking, reading, playing tennis, and I have a blue ribbon from the state fair in Texas for original needlepoint.

PETS: I have two shelter cats whose names are Buckas and Loki.

THING MOST PEOPLE DON’T KNOW ABOUT ME: Most people consider coverage lawyers (to be) office lawyers, so one thing people don’t know is my new job at Amy Stewart involves trial work as well as insurance advice and counseling.

DON’T LEAVE THE HOUSE WITHOUT: Your smile. It reminds you to maintain a positive outlook, appreciate your clients and colleagues, and put your best face forward every day.

BIGGEST OBSTACLE FOR WORK-LIFE BALANCE: Employers with a negative attitude. My new employer, Amy Stewart P.C., is supportive of family and personal time. My new position at this women-owned firm gives me flexibility and fewer conflicts.

PET PEEVES: I don’t have any!

WHEN I RETIRE: I will have more time to volunteer with my church and favorite charities.

FAVORITE MEAL: Sous vide steak and sautéed mushrooms

FAVORITE BOOK: “The Scarlet Pimpernel” by Baroness Orczy

CAN’T-MISS TELEVISION SHOW: “PBS Mystery”

BEST CITY: Dallas

ON A SATURDAY AFTERNOON: You will find me with my friends and on the tennis court.

MONDAYS: Look forward to a walk to White Rock Lake with my husband after work.