Emily Jenkins

Emily is a Nashville native and proud graduate of McGavock High School. She obtained her J.D. from the College of William and Mary in 1997 and her B.A. from Rhodes College.

Previously, Emily focused her work on child welfare advocacy and pro bono matters as a solo practitioner. At TJC, she serves as Staff Attorney and is the Director of the Speer Health Equity Law Clinic, which is a partnership with Belmont University School of Law. In addition to her work for TJC, Emily is an active volunteer with Tennessee CASA, Williamson County CASA, Legal Aid, Hard Bargain and the Franklin Justice and Equity Coalition.

Emily is a mother of 5, and lives in Franklin with her husband Chris.