Emily Johnston

Emily Johnston currently serves as a Staff Attorney at Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, beginning in April 2024. Prior to this role, Emily held the position of Julius Glickman Fellow at the Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy from November 2022 to June 2024, where responsibilities included assisting clients with public benefits access and supporting systemic advocacy efforts. Previous experience includes positions as a Moore-Hunt Family Law Clerk at the National Center for Lesbian Rights, where legal research and policy support were key tasks, and as a Pro Bono Scholar at the Mithoff Pro Bono Program, focusing on gender affirmation projects. Emily's extensive background in legal advocacy is complemented by earlier roles at various organizations including Equal Justice Center, Legal Services NYC, and Atlanta Legal Aid Society, all emphasizing support for marginalized communities and public benefits advocacy. Emily obtained a Juris Doctor from The University of Texas School of Law and holds a degree from Wellesley College.