Esther Taati

Esther Taati is a dedicated legal professional currently serving as a Staff Attorney at Legal Services Alabama since September 2022, focusing on defending low-income individuals against eviction, debt collection, and wage garnishment, as well as assisting clients in securing rental assistance. Previously, Esther attended New York University School of Law, where a Juris Doctor degree was obtained from 2019 to 2022. Prior to law school, Esther gained extensive experience at Project Return in Nashville from 2017 to 2019 in various roles, including Transitional Employment Coach and Retention Services Coordinator, focusing on employment support for individuals reentering society. Other significant positions include an Advocacy Intern at Free Hearts, roles as Head Resident Adviser and Resident Advisor at Vanderbilt University, and a fellowship at the Center for Employment Opportunities, emphasizing job readiness and organizational development. Esther holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Sociology from Vanderbilt University, awarded in 2017.