Ritu Mahajan has been with Public Counsel for 13 years and brings impressive expertise, dedication, and assion to this leadership role. During her time at Public Counsel, Ritu has engaged in direct legal services, litigation, and policy advocacy to help create healthy, inclusive, and vibrant communities and build power in communities of color. Like many of the clients she serves, Ritu’s parents are immigrant small business owners. They opened and operated one of the first Indian restaurants in Artesia, California, and she has experienced firsthand the struggles faced by many immigrant-owned, family-run small businesses. Her deep empathy and understanding of the clients and the communities we serve will be one of her greatest strengths as Directing Attorney.
BHBA has been a leader in the legal profession, advocating for justice, and serving the community since 1931, including founding groundbreaking public interest programs and becoming a nationally recognized provider of quality CLE programs and innovative member benefits. Lead. Advocate. Serve.
