Catherine Donnelly
About Catherine Donnelly
Catherine Donnelly is a Senior Attorney at The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland, where she focuses on community engagement and advocacy for stable housing and home ownership. She holds a B.A. in English from Oberlin College and a J.D. from Cleveland-Marshall College of Law.
Work at Legal Aid Society of Cleveland
Catherine Donnelly has served as a Senior Attorney at The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland since 2020. In this role, she focuses on community engagement and advocacy, specifically aimed at promoting stable housing and home ownership. Her work involves providing legal assistance to individuals and families in need, ensuring they have access to the resources required for securing and maintaining housing stability.
Education and Expertise
Catherine Donnelly earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Oberlin College, where she studied from 1991 to 1995. She later pursued her Juris Doctor at Cleveland-Marshall College of Law, completing her studies from 2006 to 2008. Her education is complemented by expertise in legislative analysis, non-profit governance, and finance, which enhances her legal practice and advocacy efforts.
Background
Catherine Donnelly has a diverse professional background in legal and community service roles. Before her current position, she worked as a Senior Associate at Yourkvitch & Dibo, LLC from 2015 to 2020. She also served as a Teaching Assistant in the Academic Excellence Program at Cleveland-Marshall College of Law for nine months in 2007-2008. Additionally, she has experience in advocacy and program management from her time at InterAct Cleveland.
Legal Practice and Admission
Catherine Donnelly is admitted to practice law before the U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Ohio. Her legal practice is informed by her skills in public speaking and training, which she uses to educate communities about their legal rights and available resources. This focus on education supports her advocacy for lower-income communities.
Community Engagement and Advocacy
Catherine Donnelly actively engages in community advocacy to empower lower-income communities. Her work includes utilizing her skills in public speaking and training to inform individuals about their legal rights. Through her efforts, she aims to promote stable housing and home ownership, addressing critical issues faced by vulnerable populations.