10 Questions

10 Questions with Essence Duncan

1. Where did you go to law school and where are you currently working? I am a current 1L at CU Law. My current work involves volunteering with the Korey Wise Innocence Project.

2. Why did you become a lawyer? I want to become a lawyer because I want to make a difference. There is a lot of work to be done in the justice system and I want to be a part of that work and future change.

3. Where are your favorite places to travel? My favorite place to travel is anywhere tropical, I am a proud Floridian so I thrive in the sunshine and on the seashore.

4. Are you currently binge watching any shows? I just started Game of Thrones and it is very interesting! Never knew there was so much drama in kingdoms.

5. How do you de-stress? Yoga is my favorite way to de-stress; it truly helps me to connect to a peaceful place and be focused on relaxation in those moments.

6. What is your favorite book or movie? My favorite movie is Who Framed Roger Rabbit.

7. If you could have dinner with any historical figure, who would you pick and why? Ruby Bridges. While being the only Black girl in my elementary school class, she inspired me to keep my head held high and remember I am deserving of education despite the color of my skin.

8. What is one item from your bucket list? To spend my honeymoon in Santorini, Greece — first I will have to find a potential spouse.

9. If you could instantly implement any law, what would it be? I would impose a law that fully funds and requires therapy services at various stages of life. During early childhood, puberty, senior year of high school, four years post high school, and each decade after that. While that sounds extensive, until people take the chance to truly evaluate their lives and obstacles thus far it will be an uphill battle to self-love and content.

10. If you weren’t a lawyer, you’d be…? A therapist for a juvenile detention center.

Essence Duncan