Tori Bryant
Tori Bryant is a seasoned legal professional and dispute resolution specialist based in Chula Vista, California. She holds a Juris Doctor from St. Mary’s University School of Law and a Master of Arts in Dispute Resolution from Pepperdine Caruso Law, reflecting her commitment to blending legal expertise with advanced conflict management skills. Early in her career, Tori served as an Assistant Legal Defender at Yuma County Legal Defender, where she honed her skills in legal advocacy and contract review, laying the foundation for her future work in both corporate and family law.
In 2005, Tori founded The Bryant Law Firm, PLLC, where she served as Managing Attorney for over 17 years. During this time, she specialized in legal contract review, family and corporate mediation, and arbitration, providing clients with both litigation support and alternative dispute resolution strategies. In 2022, she expanded her practice as an independent mediator, arbitrator, and crimmigration consultant, helping individuals and organizations navigate complex corporate conflicts and immigration-related matters with a focus on fairness and practical solutions.
Tori’s approach to her work is defined by her dedication to integrity, impartiality, and effective communication. She is highly skilled at guiding clients through challenging situations, whether in corporate boardrooms, family disputes, or immigration processes. Her combination of legal acumen, dispute resolution expertise, and commitment to client-centered service positions her as a trusted advisor and advocate in her field.
• Rutgers University–New Brunswick
• Southern Methodist University- Master's
• St. Mary's University School of Law- J.D.
• Pepperdine Caruso Law- M.A.
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to perseverance, moral conviction, and resilience in the face of adversity. My commitment to justice, dedication to clients even in difficult circumstances, and determination to advocate for others despite systemic challenges have been central to my career.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is to learn through direct experience and to let every professional challenge—whether in the courtroom or workplace—shape your understanding of advocacy, endurance, and navigating bias.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
I would advise young women entering this field to be prepared for challenges like racism and gender bias, advocate for fair compensation, and prioritize their mental and physical health. Always recognize your value, set clear boundaries, and never sacrifice your well-being for professional validation.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges in my field is managing the emotional and physical toll of criminal and immigration law, along with navigating systemic bias and inequities, especially for women of color. At the same time, there are expanding opportunities in dispute resolution, labor and employment law, and alternative legal services that let attorneys advocate for fairness while sustaining healthier, more balanced careers.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
I value justice, integrity, courage, accountability, and compassion, and I am deeply committed to standing up for those without power while maintaining my own well-being. Personally, I’m passionate about courtroom work and trial advocacy, but I’m also focused on healing, recovery, and rebuilding a balanced life after years of high-stress legal work.