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Overview

Emily focuses on public policy and government affairs work.

Emily’s experiences as an Economics major and as a page at the Nebraska Legislature during her undergraduate education inspired her to pursue law. Her degree gave her a better understanding of how policy changes impact the local economy and stakeholders, and she witnessed the immense impact legislative changes had on the community while working as a page. She was motivated to understand the legal challenges faced by communities and how laws can both positively and negatively impact different groups. She recognizes how small changes in legal and regulatory structures can lead to unique challenges for clients.

During law school, Emily’s coursework gave her an in-depth understanding of regulatory frameworks and their implications for both individuals and businesses. Emily’s favorite courses include Administrative Law, Health Law, and Food Law and Policy. She also served as President of Mizzou Law OUTLaw, organizing fundraisers and engaging deeply with policy and advocacy work. Emily spent two summers as a summer associate at Husch Blackwell, where she got involved in work related to federal legislation, regulations, and government contracts.

Emily is known as thoughtful, analytical, and collaborative. She aims to leave clients feeling confident in their path forward and brings a detail-oriented and proactive approach to her work.

Service

Education

  • J.D., University of Missouri School of Law
    • Missouri Law Review, Associate Editor
    • CALI Excellence for the Future Awards: Advocacy and Research; Health Law; Sex, Reproduction, and the Law; Administrative Law
  • B.A., University of Nebraska-Lincoln
    • Economics major
    • National Security Studies minor
    • Law and Business minor
    • Political Science minor
    • Math minor

Admissions

  • Maryland

Application to practice in the District of Columbia pending; practice limited pursuant to D.C. App R. 49(c)(8), with supervision by Kyle Gilster, member of the D.C. Bar.

Outside the Office

Emily is an avid sports fan who loves to cheer on the Nebraska Huskers for football and volleyball and her hometown team, the Kansas City Chiefs. She enjoys spending time with her partner and their two cats —whether watching reality TV, reading, baking, or hiking. She also likes to devote time to perfecting her special chili recipe.