Kari Rudd is an experienced attorney with a strong commitment to aiding low-income homeowners and consumers. Since May 2012, Kari has served as a Staff Attorney at Bay Area Legal Aid, providing crucial legal representation throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Prior roles include VISTA Attorney at Housing Preservation Project, where assistance was given to homeowners facing foreclosure in Minnesota, and VISTA Law Clerk at the Legal Services Advocacy Project, focusing on payday lending reforms. Kari's legal foundation was established at the University of Minnesota Law School, where a Juris Doctor degree was earned, graduating Magna Cum Laude in 2009, alongside active participation in environmental moot court activities. Additional experience includes research assistantships and leadership in public interest organizations, reflecting a well-rounded background in law and advocacy.