Prior to joining LAF, Teresa spent five years as a commercial litigator in private practice. Teresa received her JD degree from the University of Chicago, during which time she was proud to serve as a child advocate with the Young Center. She received her BA from Washington University in St. Louis. Between undergrad and law school, Teresa spent one year as a Coro Fellow in Public Affairs followed by three years as a healthcare consultant with Epic Systems. Teresa is also active on the Leadership Board of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Chicago, having served as the VP of Fund Development from 2014-2016.