Our Team

Our work toward a more equitable Memphis includes a commitment to justice within our own walls. We value a diverse, inclusive leadership team and a staff of talented professionals from all walks of life. All full time employees are paid a living wage of $15 an hour or more.

Betsy Pendergrast

Betsy Prendergast

Interim Executive Director
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Phoebe Moore

Associate Executive Director
Colton Bane

Colton Bane

Immigrant Justice Program Director
Melissa Hamilton

Melissa Hamilton

Director of Civil Legal Services
Jessica Cotton-1

Jessica Cotton

Director, Pro Se Parents' Clinic
Yina Garcia

Yina Garcia

DOJ Accredited Representative, IJP
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Angela Valdez

Lead SRS & Legal Assistant
Dawna Snipes

Dawna Snipes

Elder Law Staff Attorney
Ericelda Yanez

Ericelda Yanez

IJP Legal Assistant
Azusena-Espinoza

Azusena "Susie" Espinoza

Program Coordinator