In this episode of Así Las Cosas, Ferraiuoli’s podcast series hosted by Maristella Collazo-Soto, Capital Member and Co-Chair of the Intellectual Property Practice Group, we are introduced to an inspiring story of reinvention, resilience, and redefining purpose. Laura M. Torres González, Member of Ferraiuoli’s Tax Practice and dedicated estate planning attorney, shares her unique professional journey—from financial advising to becoming a trusted legal advisor guiding families through the often-overlooked but essential process of succession planning.
From Finance to Law: A Leap of Purpose
Before becoming an attorney, Laura spent over a decade in the financial services sector, providing clients with holistic financial planning. She often collaborated with estate planning lawyers to complete her clients’ plans. Over time, Laura found herself drawn to the very seat across the table—the one finalizing the plan and ensuring peace of mind.
What followed was a life-changing decision. With courage and clarity, Laura left behind a successful financial career to pursue law, aligning her personal purpose with professional service. “This wasn’t just a career switch. It was a family project,” she explains. With the full support of her husband and sons, Laura’s transition into law was a leap of faith that required strength, sacrifice, and a shared sense of mission.
Succession Planning: A Gift of Clarity
Laura now specializes in estate and succession planning—a practice that combines legal structure with deeply personal guidance. “Most people plan for retirement or vacations,” she says. “But very few plan for one of the most certain events in life: what happens when we’re no longer here.”
Through her work, Laura helps clients with powers of attorney, living wills, and last wills and testaments. More than just documents, these are tools for dignity, clarity, and continuity—ensuring that the families left behind are protected, prepared, and empowered.
What sets Laura apart is the heart she brings into every conversation. Whether she’s guiding parents of young children, aging professionals, or business owners planning for the next generation, her approach is grounded in empathy and education. She believes planning should be simple, natural, and a conversation families have openly—long before a crisis arises.
Why It Matters
Estate planning is often misunderstood, avoided, or delayed due to fear or misinformation. But Laura makes a compelling case: planning ahead is not about predicting the future—it’s about creating peace in the present.
Her conversations with clients go beyond legal procedures. She helps them make empowered decisions about guardianship, healthcare proxies, asset protection, and the legacy they want to leave behind. As she explains, “This is not about writing your net worth into a document. It’s about writing your values, your wishes, and your trust into a plan.”
Lessons Beyond Law
- Reinvention is always possible—at any stage in life.
- Family is a force that can propel professional transformation.
- True planning is an act of love, not fear.
- Legal tools are most powerful when paired with human intention.
- The right advisor doesn’t just draft documents—they guide you through life’s most personal decisions.
A Conversation Full of Heart
For Maristella Collazo-Soto, this episode was more than an interview—it was a conversation between colleagues and friends. Her admiration for Laura shines through as she explores both the legal and emotional dimensions of her story.
Together, they remind us that lawyers are more than their practice areas. They are mentors, parents, advocates, and human beings with stories that deepen the services they provide.
Why You Should Tune In
If you’ve ever wondered about when to plan your will, how to protect your family’s future, or whether it’s too late to start over professionally—this episode is for you.
Laura’s story is an empowering reminder that bravery comes in many forms. Sometimes it’s switching careers midlife. Sometimes it’s having that difficult but necessary conversation with your loved ones.
And sometimes it’s just saying, “Let’s get our house in order.”
Watch the full episode in Spanish and discover why succession planning is a powerful step in securing what truly matters.
At Ferraiuoli, we believe the law is not just about rules—it’s about relationships, foresight, and service.
