On March 3rd, as part of iHeartMedia’s International Women’s Day initiative Women Take the Mic, Vikki Ziegler, Founding Partner of Ziegler Law Group, joined a distinguished panel in New York for a powerful conversation titled “Power & Progress.”
Moderated by Angela Yee, the panel brought together leading voices across business, music, public service, healthcare, and law to discuss how women use their influence to open doors, create opportunity, and build lasting progress.
Because when we give, we all gain.
The iHeartMedia “Women Take the Mic” Initiative
Each year, iHeartMedia celebrates International Women’s Day by amplifying female voices across its national platform. Through on-air takeovers, podcast features, and live events, the initiative highlights women who are shaping industries and influencing culture.
Reaching nine out of ten Americans monthly, iHeartMedia’s network creates a space where women leaders can speak directly to communities nationwide.
This year’s New York panel was part of that broader celebration, and Ziegler Law Group was proud to have Vikki represent the legal community in that conversation.
Client Panel – Power & Progress
The discussion, titled “Power & Progress,” focused on a central theme:
Using your power to open doors, create opportunity, and build progress.
Angela Yee opened the panel by emphasizing the importance of women leveraging their influence not just for personal success, but for collective advancement. Vikki joined an accomplished group of panelists, including leaders in entrepreneurship, music, tourism, and healthcare; demonstrating that leadership transcends industries. Her contribution centered on an area where power and progress intersect every day:
Family law.
Why Family Law Is Central to Women’s Leadership
Family law uniquely and directly impacts women at pivotal life stages, including:
- Engagement and prenuptial planning
- Divorce and financial restructuring
- Custody and parenting rights
- Domestic violence protection
- Post-judgment enforcement and modifications
These are not abstract legal issues. They are life-defining moments that influence financial stability, personal safety, and generational outcomes. When women lead in family law, the impact reaches far beyond the courtroom.
It affects families.
It protects futures.
It creates structure during emotional uncertainty.
Law as a Tool for Empowerment
Throughout her 13-year career building Ziegler Law Group, Vikki has consistently emphasized preparation, strategy, and education. Whether guiding clients through prenuptial agreements or navigating complex high-net-worth divorces, her approach is rooted in empowerment — ensuring clients understand their rights, options, and long-term implications.
Participation in panels like Power & Progress reinforces a broader mission: Family law is not simply reactive. It can be proactive, it can be protective, and it can be empowering.
Women Leading Women
Ziegler Law Group is proud to be powered by a strong team of women attorneys who advocate daily for families across New Jersey and New York. Leadership in law is not about visibility alone. It is about action, inside courtrooms, at negotiation tables, and in conversations that shape policy and culture.
International Women’s Day is an opportunity to spotlight those contributions and reaffirm a commitment to elevating women in every sphere of influence.
Meet the Women of Ziegler Law Group
Each of the following attorneys plays a critical role in representing clients across New Jersey and New York:
- Vikki Ziegler
- Polina Dostalik
- Carole Hafferty
- Fawn Dyer
- Kristen Blucher
- Francine Aster
- Elizabeth Vinhal
- Tara Jones Willecke
- Kerdesha Desir
- Avonnet Bell
Together, they represent a powerful example of women advocating for families, children, and financial protection in complex legal environments. This is not performative leadership. It is practiced daily in courtrooms and negotiation rooms.
Continuing the Conversation
Events like iHeartMedia’s International Women’s Day panel create meaningful dialogue around leadership, advocacy, and responsibility.
For Ziegler Law Group, that conversation continues every day through:
- Strategic divorce planning.
- Thoughtful prenuptial mediation.
- Child custody advocacy.
- Financial protection strategies.
- Domestic violence representation.
Power and progress are not abstract ideals. They are lived experiences, built through preparation, advocacy, and strong representation.
Looking Ahead
As Ziegler Law Group celebrates over a decade of serving families across New Jersey and New York, moments like this reinforce the firm’s commitment to:
Elevating women.
Protecting families.
Leading with strength.
Ziegler Law Group LLC Contact
If you are:
- Entering marriage
- Considering a prenuptial agreement
- Navigating separation
- Protecting your financial future
- Facing a custody dispute
- Seeking domestic violence protection
You do not have to face it alone.
Our team stands ready.
Schedule a confidential consultation with a family law attorney in New Jersey or New York today.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is iHeartMedia’s “Women Take the Mic” initiative?
“Women Take the Mic” is iHeartMedia’s annual International Women’s Day initiative that highlights influential female voices across its nationwide radio stations, podcasts, and live events. The campaign features women leaders from various industries who share insights on leadership, progress, and cultural impact.
What was the “Power & Progress” panel about?
The “Power & Progress” panel focused on how women use their influence to open doors, create opportunity, and drive meaningful change. Moderated by Angela Yee, the discussion brought together leaders from law, business, entertainment, healthcare, and public service to explore how leadership can create collective advancement.
Why is family law an important topic during International Women’s Day?
Family law directly impacts women at critical life stages, including engagement, marriage, divorce, custody matters, and domestic violence protection. Legal guidance during these transitions can significantly influence financial stability, parental rights, and long-term security. Highlighting family law during International Women’s Day underscores the importance of informed advocacy and strong representation.
How does women-led leadership impact family law cases?
Women-led leadership in family law brings perspective, strategy, and advocacy to issues that often affect women and families disproportionately. Effective representation can help protect assets, safeguard parental rights, and ensure fair outcomes during emotionally complex legal proceedings. Leadership in this space extends beyond litigation — it shapes long-term family stability.
What types of family law matters does Ziegler Law Group handle?
Ziegler Law Group represents clients in a wide range of family law matters across New Jersey and New York, including prenuptial agreements, divorce and equitable distribution, child custody and support, domestic violence protection, post-judgment modifications, and high-net-worth financial restructuring cases.
How can I schedule a consultation with Ziegler Law Group?
Individuals seeking guidance on prenuptial planning, divorce strategy, custody matters, or other family law issues can contact Ziegler Law Group through the firm’s website or by calling the office directly to schedule a confidential consultation with an experienced attorney.
