Deena Buchanan is the Founding Partner of Buchanan Law Firm LLC, a firm specializing in personal injury and employment law. She has over two decades of legal experience and has handled wrongful death, catastrophic injury, and employment cases in more than 20 jurisdictions, including high-stakes litigation for large corporations and plaintiff representation in trucking accident cases. Deena is board-certified in trucking law by the National Board of Trial Advocates and is an active speaker at industry conferences. She is dedicated to mentoring young attorneys and advancing road safety through her legal work.

Trucking accidents are a complex and often misunderstood area of law, impacting countless lives each year. What does it take to advocate for road safety and mentor aspiring lawyers in this demanding field?

According to Deena Buchanan, a trucking attorney with years of high-stakes case experience, a commitment to road safety starts with a deep understanding of trucking law and the dedication to make a real difference on the highways. She highlights how essential it is for attorneys to cultivate empathy and vigilance, particularly when dealing with the aftermath of tragic accidents. Deena shares her hands-on approach to mentorship, from guiding associates through depositions to sharing her unique insights into trucking regulations, allows her to instill these values in young lawyers. By blending technical expertise with compassion, she believes lawyers can create meaningful change for both their clients and the community at large.

In this episode of 15 Minutes, host Chad Franzen sits down with Deena Buchanan, Founding Partner of Buchanan Law Firm LLC, to discuss her journey in trucking law and her mission to enhance road safety. They talk about Deena’s unique mentorship approach, how she trains young lawyers through real-world case preparation, and her insights on tackling trucking accident cases with empathy. Deena also gives practical advice on how attorneys can sharpen their skills by thoroughly analyzing evidence.