LAW, POLICY, AND A HEART FOR JUSTICE

Featuring Keri Firth, J.D, Law Offices of David Martin & Associates

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Lawyers have a distinct role in society. They may be revered or reviled, but they are always needed, especially in contexts when a clear mind and good laws can guide individuals and groups to resolve problems.  Keri Firth is a lawyer with both a clear mind and a great heart to help others to find the best ways to resolve problems through good law and good policy.

Keri has been practicing Family Law since 2019. She provides leadership skills and a commitment to excellence in representing clients around the Sacramento and Foothills regions of Northern California. Keri is a tireless advocate for those in need, especially in vulnerable family contexts. She is able to provide heart to her advocacy but with professionalism and a cool head in the most difficult cases. 

Keri’s law school experience prepared her well for her future legal practice.  Keri received her Juris Doctorate in 2018 from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law. While attending McGeorge she held several student leadership positions and was awarded the Outstanding Service Award from the Honors & Award Committee in 2018. Keri is also a board member of The Federalist Society, Sacramento Lawyer's Chapter. 

Keri’s prior educational experiences led her to her professional path in law.  She received her Master of Arts in Public Policy from Liberty University in Virginia in 2013, and her Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy from William Jessup University in California in 2011.  Her Public Policy education and training helped Keri to not only understand what makes good policy, but also the underlying issues needing to be addressed.

Throughout her experiences, Keri has utilized critical thinking skills not only for her education but also for her other professional experiences and service projects.  Keri honed her policy skills and knowledge by serving as a student attorney for the Legislative and Public Policy Clinic in support of a range of legislative bills.  She also served as a Policy Intern for the California Legislature conducting policy research and analysis.  And, for or several years both before and during her educational experiences, Keri worked full time on large scale projects in management and telecommunications that developed her ability to work in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.

In addition to her professional achievements, what sets Keri Firth apart is her heart for justice.  She has always been concerned for those who are vulnerable.  And she has brought her heart and her mind to seeking justice for those facing injustices.  As a member of G.L.O.B.A.L. Justice’s Board of Directors, Keri shares her passion for advocacy, public policy, and helping families through difficult circumstances.