Eryn Iman Wells
Eryn Iman Wells, J.D., is a dynamic legal professional whose career is rooted in advocacy, social justice, and operational innovation.
A graduate of Whittier College and Southern University Law Center, her impact began early, drafting Whittier’s first Student Bill of Rights and later co-founding the Journal of International Law, Business, and Policy. She has since gained experience at prestigious institutions, including Reed Smith LLP and the Louisiana Attorney General’s Office, developing expertise in real estate law, contract negotiations, and legal operations. Her work and leadership have been recognized by the Order of the Barristers, the Hennessy Fellowship sponsored by Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, and the 2023 California ChangeLawyers 3L NextGen Scholar Award.
Currently, Eryn serves as Client Coordinator at Cascade Counsel PLLC, where she is the point of contact for individuals navigating real estate legal needs. She manages intake consultations, prepares engagement contracts, conducts legal research, and partners closely with attorneys to connect clients with the firm’s resources.
Eryn also serves as Development Partner at Asked + Answered (A3 SoCal), where she helps solo practitioners and California small firms access high-quality paralegal support with efficiency and flexibility. In this role, she bridges the gap between skilled legal professionals and firms in need, streamlining operations while elevating client service.
Beyond her professional commitments, Eryn’s greatest joy is spending time with her son, Gabriel, at sporting events, discovering new foods, and reading side by side.
Her warmth, professionalism, and commitment to justice continue to shape the legal landscape across Washington, California, and beyond.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
• Mediation Certification
• Advanced Legal Research
• Southern University Law Center- J.D.
• Whittier College- B.A.
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success first and foremost to my parents, who are both educational leaders and lifelong advocates for students. My father, named after civil rights leader Medgar Evers, instilled in me a devotion to justice and the importance of putting God first in everything I do. My mother, who I consider my closest confidante, sparked my passion for international relations and equity, teaching me to treat everyone with kindness and respect and to never forget that every person deserves access to human rights, no matter who they are or where they come from.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is to always do your best because your best is enough, and to trust that what’s meant for you will never miss you. Don’t get caught chasing perfection; what’s meant for you is already yours.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges in the legal field today is the lack of accessible legal knowledge and resources in underrepresented and lower-income communities. Too many people struggle to understand their rights or secure quality representation, which creates deep inequities in how justice is served. At the same time, this challenge creates an incredible opportunity: to rethink how we deliver legal services, expand community education, and use innovation to make the law more approachable and affordable.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me in both my work and personal life are empathy, faith, and passion. I strive to normalize our shared humanity, envisioning a world where my son grows up understanding all cultures and believing that no border should limit connection or compassion.