Justice with Compassion
Evelyn Amoah Bryant for Family Court
– Where Every Family Matters
Empowering families, protecting children, and serving justice with a heart—that’s the promise I pledge to uphold in our family courts.”
Evelyn Amoah Bryant
Evelyn Amoah Bryant
Experience
Since her childhood days in Ghana, West Africa, Evelyn Amoah Bryant has had a strong passion for service and dreamt of becoming a family law judge in New Orleans. Bryant attended Loyola University New Orleans College of Law spending her summers clerking for Project Save – a non-profit organization litigating sexual assault and domestic violence cases in New Orleans. Additionally, she clerked for former Judge Charles R. Jones at the 4th Circuit Court of Appeal. In addition to gaining experience clerking, Bryant worked with Loyola Law’s Mediation Student Clinic program where she handled several custody cases. Bryant proudly graduated from Loyola Law acquiring her Juris Doctorate in Common Law, with a focus on Family Law. Prior to Law School, Bryant acquired her bachelor’s degree in Constitutional Law (Pre-Law) with a double minor in Criminal Law and Kinesiology, Sports Coaching at Texas Lutheran University where she was a celebrated member of the Track & Field team.
After graduation, Bryant began serving with the Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office as the Director of Supervised Visitations and Safe Exchange Center responsible for managing visitations between children and their parents as well as safe exchanges of children. Additionally, she served with the Southeast Louisiana Legal Services as a domestic violence and sexual assault attorney litigating protective order, divorce, child custody, child support, and spousal support cases. To effect change, Bryant collaborated with several local and state-wide domestic violence partner agencies like City of New Orleans’ Blueprint for Safety initiative, Louisiana Bar Association, Audrey Hepburn Center, and the Orleans Parish District Attorney’s Office.
Her passion for family starts with her own; she is a proud mother to two beautiful kids, Michael III and Victoria. Heavily involved in their lives, Bryant has served with their schools Parent Teacher Organizations for years. Additionally, she has served as the soccer coach for the Carrolton Boosters and Louisiana Fire Soccer Association.
Why Evelyn for Judge?
Community-Driven Family Law
Evelyn will focus on ensuring that family law is accessible and sensitive to the needs of the community. She will work towards a more inclusive court system that understands and respects the diverse backgrounds of families in the jurisdiction.
Children's Advocacy
Prioritize the welfare of children in all family law cases, using her experience in supervised visitations to ensure that children’s safety and well-being are at the forefront of every decision.
Support for Survivors of Domestic Abuse
Drawing from her work with Project Save and SLLS, Evelyn will advocate for specialized court procedures and support services for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.
Efficient Legal Resolutions
Evelyn aims to leverage her mediation experience to promote alternative dispute resolution in family law, reducing the emotional and financial costs of litigation for families.
Mentorship and Legal Education
Continue her mentorship work by establishing initiatives for young lawyers in family law, ensuring a new generation of attorneys is well-equipped to handle the complexities of family cases with compassion and competence.
Legal Aid and Pro Bono Services
Evelyn will advocate for expanded legal aid services and pro bono work, particularly for low-income residents, to ensure equitable access to justice in family court matters.
Collaborative Community Programs
Utilize her connections with various community organizations to create partnerships that support families beyond the courtroom, such as educational programs and cultural integration initiatives.
Policy and Legislative Advocacy
Based on her legal practice and community experience, Evelyn will work on informing and shaping policies related to family law, aiming for legislative changes that protect and empower families.
Modernizing the Family Court System
Implement technology and innovative practices to streamline court processes, making them more user-friendly and less intimidating for individuals without legal representation.
Transparency and Accountability
Commit to transparency in the judicial process and be accountable to the community by holding regular forums and listening sessions with constituents.
Cultural Competency Training
Promote training for court staff and judges in cultural competency to ensure fair and respectful treatment of all families, reflecting the diverse society they serve.
Success Rate and Experience
Highly capable of serving effectively as a family court judge due to a 95% success rate at trial and extensive experience in family law.
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