Losing Yourself in the Music
Discovery with Irean Swan
Published in 2026 San Diego Super Lawyers magazine
By Irean Z. Swan on March 16, 2026
I can’t go a day without … caffeine.
If you were in my office, you’d … be surprised by how comfortable it is.
The quality I most like in a lawyer is … empathy.
If I weren’t a lawyer, I’d … be an architect.
The SCOTUS decision I’d most like to overturn is … Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization.
My courtroom walkup music would be … “Lose Yourself” by Eminem.
A different practice area that intrigues me is … criminal law.
I can’t believe more people haven’t read … Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom.
On weekends I … get bossed around by my daughter.
My most bizarre talent is … being able to wiggle my ears up and down on command.
The talent I wish I had is … a photographic memory.
My favorite meal is … afternoon tea with my daughter and her godmothers, who are also my best friends.
My favorite song lyric is … “Just keep swimming” – Dory in Finding Nemo.
The book I just don’t get is … Goodnight Moon.
If I had a morning show, my co-host would be … Stephen Colbert, for his sharp wit and humor.
The last TV show I binge-watched was … Dept. Q.
Nothing cheers me up like … cuddles with my dogs, Ollie and Chewy (pictured below).
My guilty pleasure is … 3D wooden puzzles.
I’m inspired by … nature. A great hike will always help clear my mind and spark new ideas.
The app I use the most is … Spotify. Because I need music when I work.
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