Emma has over two decades of legal experience and is no stranger to the intricacies of the law and the importance of tireless advocacy. Emma was born and raised in Wyoming, and while growing up she observed her father zealously working for justice across the state as Wyoming's inaugural State Public Defender. This experience instilled in her a deep appreciation for the role of attorneys in advocating for individuals from all walks of life and inspired her to work as a public defender early in her career.

Emma earned her Juris Doctor, with honors, from Seattle University Law School. While at Seattle University School of Law Emma interned with the Department of Education – Office for Civil Rights and was Published in the Washington Education Law and Policy Review regarding implicit bias in school discipline. Emma has defended criminal cases across Washington State, including Asotin, Clark, Island, King, Kitsap, Mason, and Pierce Counties.

Emma's zeal for providing access to legal resources is further demonstrated by her former service on the Board of Directors for the Kitsap Immigration Assistance Center (KIAC) and Kitsap Community Resources (KCR). Emma is currently on the Board of Directors for the Mother Attorneys Mentoring Association of Seattle. Listening to her clients is paramount to her, making it one of the most critical skills an attorney can possess. In 2018, Emma earned the Defender Spotlight by the Washington Defenders Association for her successful defense of an incarcerated parent in a termination proceeding. In 2021, she received the Humanitarian of the Year Award from the Kitsap County Bar Association.

Emma's vast experience, innovative problem-solving, and resolute commitment to her clients are brought to every case she handles.