Clara B.

Clara B. is a dedicated legal professional with a current role as a Staff Attorney at the Metropolitan Public Defender since August 2022. Clara previously pursued a J.D. at the University of Michigan Law School, where involvement included serving as Race and Curriculum Editor for the Michigan Journal of Race & Law and leadership roles in various student organizations focused on public defense and social justice. Legal internships were undertaken at Brooklyn Defender Services and the New Hampshire Public Defender, along with a part-time internship at Advancement Project National Office and a position as Legal Coordinator at the Vera Institute of Justice. Prior to law, Clara gained experience in the retail sector, holding positions such as Assistant Buyer at West Elm and Assistant Merchant at J.Crew. Educational credentials include a Doctor of Law from the University of Michigan Law School and a Bachelor's degree in Women's Studies from Barnard College.