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Photo - Angela in her office          Angela Winfield was born and raised in Newburgh, New York where she attended public schools. When she was 4 years old, she was diagnosed with Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis, cataracts, glaucoma and uveitis. During her childhood, she underwent numerous eye surgeries to correct and control her vision loss. However, when she was 10, Angela was declared legally blind. Throughout the rest of Angela’s primary and secondary education, her vision slowly deteriorated. Nevertheless, Angela persevered. She excelled in her academic studies, taking all honors and advanced placement classes. Angela was inducted into both the National Honors Society and the National Foreign Language Honors Society.

(Testimonial)"Angela, you are such an inspiration and an excellent speaker. I envy your poise and ease at answering many difficult touchy questions. Good luck to you. I wish you continued success in your professional and personal life. You are amazing." ~Lynn Berman(End Testimonial)

          After graduating from high school, Angela attended Barnard College of Columbia University in New York City. During her sophomore year, Angela suffered from a flair up with her uveitis and permanently lost all use of her vision. Not only did Angela persevere, she was further impelled to succeed. She continued with her studies at Barnard and even studied abroad in London at Queen Mary College for a semester. She graduated with her class and earned her bachelor’s with a combined major in Political Science and Human Rights and a minor in Religion.

 


(Testimonial)"I thank you for the seminar and you are inspirational. I've had problems with depression most of my life, and I enjoy hearing positive people who overcome obstacles." ~D. Lockwood.(End Testimonial)

          Angela then attended Cornell Law School. This is where Angela discovered her love of advocacy. She actively participated in moot court competitions in two of which she placed as a quarter finalist and semi finalist. She served as a law intern at Cornell Legal Aide where she represented clients in employment, social security and criminal matters. She also clerked for an acting New York Supreme Court judge. Angela graduated from Cornell with a Juris Doctorate and a concentration in advocacy.

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(Testimonial)"Your extraordinary ability to overcome your disability is moving and a true testament to your ability to constantly endeavor. Though I do not have any disability, your remarkable story really challenges me to strive for more in my own life and reminds me that obstacles are meant to be overcome. An inspirational life is meant to inspire and you're doing just that." ~K.S. Dunna(End Testimonial)         Angela is an attorney with the top 250 law firm of Hiscock & Barclay, LLP where she focuses her practice in the areas of Commercial Litigation and Torts and Products Liability Defense. Angela is a member of the New York Bar Association and  the American Bar Association. She also sits on the board of directors for the Cayuga/Seneca Community Action Agency and Aurora of Central New York. Her story has been featured in the Wall Street Journal as well as many regional, trade and educational publications.

         Angela enjoys speaking to all audiences large and small. Her message is appropriate for students of all ages as well as adults and professionals. She tailors her delivery to suit the age and interests of the audience. Some of Angela’s previous engagements include: facilitating a disability workshop, speaking to law school students, addressing at risk youth and being a featured speaker in a career series to inspire adults.