Kathleen is a dedicated Paralegal with a background in legal support, higher education and talent acquisition. She began her career at the firm in September 2025, following her attendance at the UCLA Paralegal Program where she graduated with distinction. Previously, she studied Public Policy and Urban/Socio-Economic Studies at the SMC Public Policy Institute, and the Urban Studies/Affairs program at Loyola Marymount University. Her prior talent acquisition experience included managing strategic talent sourcing for senior positions across legal, finance, and technology fields. She was motivated to pursue a role in the legal field after participating in non-profit representation at City Council Land Use Planning meetings, studying city & state sustainability policy, and interning with LA Public Counsel’s Consumer Rights Project and City of Santa Monica’s Department of Housing and Economic Development.
Kathleen is an active member in professional organizations including the Los Angeles Paralegal Association, National Association of Legal Assistants and the American Bar Association. She has held volunteer roles with Habitat for Humanity and Food Forward; an avid community gardener, she enjoys growing food and advocating for sustainable economic and food system policies along-side local non-profits.