Monica Shah, Esq. is an experienced attorney focused on advocacy for vulnerable populations, currently serving as a Staff Attorney for Statewide Central Register Advocacy and Family Defense Practice at Neighborhood Defender Service since September 2019. Prior experience includes roles as a Legal Intern with the Committee for Public Counsel Services, a Student Attorney at the Prisoners' Rights Clinic, and a Legal Intern at The Bronx Defenders. Monica has a solid legal foundation with a Juris Doctor degree from Northeastern University School of Law and a Bachelor's degree in Linguistics from Northeastern University. Additionally, Monica has held roles in educational and advocacy settings, demonstrating a commitment to social justice and community support.