Kellie Maki Foster

Kellie Maki Foster is a seasoned legal professional with extensive experience in housing law and legal aid services. As the Detroit Eviction Prevention Director at Lakeshore Legal Aid since October 2016, Kellie Maki Foster oversees a team of over 60 staff and has developed a comprehensive litigation and intake program, while implementing Detroit's Right to Counsel ordinance. Previous roles include Managing Attorney, Staff Development Director, and Pandemic Response work, where Kellie Maki Foster built strong relationships with key stakeholders across multiple counties. Prior experience at Legal Services of South Central Michigan and Advocates for Basic Legal Equality, Inc., focused on managing legal operations, supervising staff, and advocating for low-income individuals in various legal matters. Kellie Maki Foster holds a Juris Doctor from Wayne State University Law School and a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and History from Western Michigan University.