James Vergara: I Am Barnes & Thornburg

I AM...

• A second-generation Filipino American
• A former band kid, present band adult
• A nine-time marathon runner 
• Also a speedrunner … of the New York Times crossword 
• An avid gamer who is into the latest consoles, like the Switch, PS5, and Peloton
• Often embarrassed by my Shiba Inu in front of other dog owners
• Someone who has waited in line overnight for Saturday Night Live tickets on more than one occasion
• Obsessed with syntax, which dovetails into fascination with language (whether it’s native, foreign, or programming)
• Always on the lookout for new hiking trails and rad skate parks
• A pretty decent cook; ask me about my breakfast tacos

This profile appeared in the May 2021 edition of I Am Barnes & Thornburg.

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