Terry Gilbert
Friedman, Gilbert & Gerhardstein
Education: Cleveland State University College of Law; Miami University
What Guides My Decision-Making: Passion for justice and a better world
Historic Figure Who Inspires Me: Clarence Darrow
Favorite Quote: “Do not get lost in a sea of despair. Be hopeful, be optimistic. Our struggle is not the struggle of a day, a week, a month or a year — it is the struggle of a lifetime. Never, ever be afraid to make some noise and get in good trouble, necessary trouble.” — John Lewis
Whom I Would Call for Advice: My longtime law partner, Gordon Friedman
Most Important Leadership Quality: Listening to those you serve
The Advice I’d Give Someone New: Follow your passion, and don’t worry about the paycheck.
Proudest Moment: Publishing my memoir, Trying Times
Who’d Play Me in a Biopic: Leonardo DiCaprio