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.

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Diana M. Comes

Executive Director
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Melissa Janoske McLean

Associate Executive Director
Austin Brown

Austin Brown

Director of Development and Communications
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Tina Lum Perrusquia

Staff Attorney, Pro Se Parents' Clinic
Colton Bane

Colton Bane

Immigrant Justice Program Director
Melissa Hamilton

Melissa Hamilton

Lead Civil Staff Attorney
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Luis Adolfo Bermudez

DOJ Accredited Representative, IJP
Yina Garcia

Yina Garcia

DOJ Accredited Representative, IJP
Amber Butts

Amber Butts

Paralegal for Elder Law Program
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Angela Valdez

Program Coordinator
Renee Ambrosek Graves

Renee Ambrosek Graves

Civil Law Clerk
Betsy Pendergrast

Betsy Prendergast

Staff Attorney, IJP
Lauren Prater

Lauren Prater

Elder Law Staff Attorney