How to Advocate for Food Justice Through Law feat. Candace Spencer (November 2021)

Candace Spencer is a legal consultant, mediator, and food justice
advocate based in Washington, D.C. With a unique blend of legal
insight and a lifelong passion for food, Candace has built a
career at the intersection of environmental mediation,
sustainable agriculture, and racial equity. In this episode, she
shares how she’s using her legal background to support Black
farmers, empower dairy-free living, and reshape the food system
from the inside out.



LAWYER SIDE HUSTLES


Candace’s side hustles are anything but side projects; they’re
deeply aligned with her mission. Her YouTube series SSpilled Milk
educates and uplifts the dairy-free community with humour and
heart. She also creates downloadable legal guides for small food
entrepreneurs, helping people start businesses with confidence.



“It means so much to me when my friends include me with
dairy-free options. That’s what Spilled Milk is about—making that
kind of support easier for everyone,” shares Candace Spencer in
Episode 37 of You Are a Lawyer.




Whether she’s consulting on food policy or baking
allergen-friendly desserts, Candace is creating systems of care.
Her legal and creative ventures work in harmony, bringing
clarity, inclusivity, and joy to underserved communities.





LISTEN TO LEARN


Why legal skills can support advocacy work outside
traditional law firm roles

How Candace empowers people through food-focused legal
consulting

What it means to find creative freedom and impact in your
legal career






WE ALSO DISCUSS


The flaws Candace saw in traditional legal education

Why dairy-free living is about more than dietary restriction

How Black farmers and food entrepreneurs can benefit from
accessible legal tools






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