Lya Ferreyra

Lya Ferreyra is a dedicated legal professional with extensive experience in litigation and advocacy, particularly focusing on immigrant rights. Currently serving as a Litigation & Advocacy Staff Attorney at Immigrant Defenders Law Center since November 2024, Lya previously held roles as Supervising Attorney and Staff Attorney at the Immigration Center for Women and Children from February 2023 to October 2024. Earlier experience includes working as a Litigation Associate at Milbank LLP and participating in various legal internships and externships that focus on issues affecting marginalized communities, including LGBTQ+ asylum candidates. Lya earned a Juris Doctor from the University of California, Irvine School of Law and holds a Bachelor's Degree in Social Policy from Northwestern University.