Sierra M. Cooper
Professional Biography
Sierra Cooper joined Legal Aid of Southeast and Central Ohio (then SEOLS) in 2018 where she serves as the Reentry Team lead for the Columbus office. In this role, Sierra helps individuals overcome the barriers posed by criminal records. Sierra draws on her experience as a generalist litigator to provide holistic representation to her clients in the pursuit of justice for those living in poverty.
“Working at Legal Aid gives me the chance to give back to my community and help make sure Central Ohio is a great place to live, work, and raise a family,” Sierra says. “That’s only possible if justice and equity are available to everyone, and that’s where Legal Aid comes in."
Kylie A. Scott is dedicated to advocating for young people experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity. As the Homeless Youth Fellow, she works directly with youth shelters and transitional housing communities to connect young people with essential legal services.
Bar & Court Admissions
- State of Ohio
- United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio
Bar Activities
- Member, Ohio State Bar Association
Education
- The Ohio State University (B.A. in Psychology, summa cum laude, 2013)
- The Ohio State University (B.A. in English, summa cum laude, 2013)
- The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law (J.D., 2016)
Publications
- State vs. G.K., amicus brief to the Supreme Court of Ohio, focused on the importance of sealing dismissed criminal charges due to their negative impact on housing and employment.
Personal
In her spare time, Sierra enjoys crocheting, reading, and exploring the great outdoors with her husband and daughter.
"My clients are amazing,” Kylie says about her work. “They're very curious and ask great questions. They are also incredibly resilient and have big dreams for the future. As their lawyer, I get to help them reach their goals. I feel incredibly lucky that I get to do this work."
Bar Admissions
- State of Ohio
Education
- The Ohio State University (B.A., Public Management, Leadership, and Policy & Criminology and Criminal Justice Studies, 2020, cum laude)
- The Ohio State University (Master of Arts, Public Policy and Management, 2024)
- The Ohio State University (J.D., Public Service Fellow with Dean's Highest Honors, 2024)
Volunteer and Community Activities
- Former intern for FAMM (Families Against Mandatory Minimums), assisting terminally ill incarcerated individuals with compassionate release applications
- Former law clerk at the Columbus City Attorney's Office
- Former President, Ohio Public Interest Law Foundation
Publications
- Digital Transformation in the Public Sector; Ohio's Technology Implementation Challenge
Personal
Kylie lives in Victorian Village with her husband, Reece, and their corgi, Tater Tot.