Jessica Chong

I’m from Southern California and moved to Las Vegas for law school. I have now been here for 9 years! I have two golden doodles named Winston and Oliver. When I’m not practicing law, I volunteer with the Southern Nevada Legal Aid Center and hike at Red Rock and Mount Charleston. I also love attending sporting events and rooting for my favorite teams!

Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family.
I have two fur babies, Winston & Oliver.

Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career. What do you love most about what you do?
I am currently a lawyer with Spencer Fane LLP. I love what I do because not only do I get to help my clients, but I am constantly learning new areas of law.

Q: What are a couple of your favorite restaurants in our community?
My top two would have to be Vintner Grill and Al Solito!

Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community?
5 years

 

Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would it be and why?
I would go to South Korea to see my grandma.

Q: What is one of your favorite movies? TV shows?
The one show I can always watch is Law and Order: SVU.

Q: What advice would you give to people?
Stop comparing yourself to others.

Q: What is something on your bucket list?
I would love to own a wine bar someday!

Q: What is your go to band when you cant decide what to listen to?
When all else fails, Muse is my go-to!

 

Q: If you could choose anyone that is alive today and not a relative; with whom would you love to have lunch? Why? And where locally would y’all meet for this lunch?
Barack Obama. I would take him to Osteria Fiorella and sit on the patio.

Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
There is always something to do within 5-10 minutes – whether it’s hiking at Red Rock, shopping at Downtown Summerlin, or enjoying the nightlife at Red Rock Casino.

Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
A little bit older and a little bit wiser.

Q: (Even for friends or family), what is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
I love anything Shakespeare.

Q: What is the most beautiful place you have ever been?
That’s a tough question – probably hiking through the trees and waterfalls in Oregon.

Q: Favorite month? favorite holiday? and best single day on the calendar?
Favorite month: October. Favorite holiday: Thanksgiving. Best single day: Thursday.

Q: What would you rate a 10 out of 10?
Driving westbound on Charleston Blvd at dawn towards the Red Rock mountains.

Q: Who inspires you to be better?
Myself.

Q: What is one or two of your favorite smells?
Rain and coffee.

Q: Finally, what 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
Peaceful, safe space, and comfort.

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