Hi, I’m Kaiya.

As an experienced attorney and non-profit theatre leader, I’m passionate about employing my legal expertise to empower members of my community to create inclusive, supportive, and equitable arts spaces where creativity thrives.

I bring a unique perspective to
work + play

Legally trained

I’m a senior attorney with over nine years of protecting fundamental rights through civil rights litigation, regulatory advocacy, and strategic amicus curiae brief development. I’m passionate about combating workplace discrimination and harassment and protecting access to justice.

Theatrically minded

The only lawyer in a family of artists, I was raised in theatre wings and orchestra pits. Today, I merge my legal expertise with my performance experience, helping non-profit theatre companies align their practices with their values on and off stage through education and policymaking.

  • Experienced Attorney

    with 9+ years of litigation, research, and advocacy experience promoting civil rights and access to justice

  • Published Author

    of multiple articles on employment law, sexual harassment, and reproductive justice

  • Non-Profit Theatre Advocate

    creating innovative and trauma-informed policies for preventing, reporting, and investigating misconduct

“I believe advocacy and art are united by a shared purpose to reflect and shape the world around us…

…Whether they’re shared in court or on stage, our stories have the power to change perspectives, challenge injustice, and build community.”