Lis Wiehl has established a notable career that bridges the fields of law, journalism and writing. She is a New York Times bestselling author, former US federal prosecutor and legal analyst, known for over 15 years of expert commentary on major US news networks, including Fox News Channel.
Wiehl began her career as a trial lawyer for the US Department of Justice and federal prosecutor before joining the University of Washington School of Law as a tenured faculty member, where she directed the Trial Advocacy Program.
She has published 20 books, both fiction and non-fiction. Her recent investigative work, A Spy in Plain Sight, has been recognised for its thorough research and compelling narrative.
Wiehl serves on the boards of Channel Islands YMCA Youth and Family Services and the Peace Studio. She also supports emerging writers through mentorship and endorsements.
"I was a competitive long-distance runner through high school and into college. I was happy to win, but it was the occasional loss that made me train harder and think smarter. I think the experience of failing grounds us, and, if we let it, makes us stronger."
