She has been practicing law for over 30 years, and specializes in wills, probate, guardianships and problems of seniors. She was a Visiting Researcher at the Harvard Law School and the Harvard Medical School. She received her Law Degree from the George Washington University Law School and her Masters of International Public Policy degree from the Johns Hopkins School of International Public Affairs. She is a Fulbright Senior Specialist and has taught American Family Law at law schools throughout India, Bangladesh and Tajikistan.