Emily Cala

Emily Cala is a dedicated legal professional currently serving as a Staff Attorney at Legal Aid of East Tennessee since October 2021, focusing on eviction prevention, fair housing, and mental health law partnerships. Prior experience includes roles such as Eviction Prevention Law Clerk at LegalWorks Famicos Foundation and multiple positions within the Cuyahoga County Public Defender's Office, reflecting a strong commitment to public service. Emily's legal journey also encompasses a Capstone Externship at Federal Defender Services of Eastern Tennessee and various clerkships, including significant legal research and drafting responsibilities at organizations like Palm Beach County Public Defender's Office and Legal Aid of East Tennessee. Emily holds a Juris Doctor from Case Western Reserve University School of Law and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Kent State University.