Kyara Murry Ofuani Esq.
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About Kyara Murry Ofuani, Esq.
Kyara Murry Ofuani, Esq. is an accomplished nonprofit and civil rights attorney, author, and global advocate dedicated to transforming communities through law, leadership, and legacy. As the Managing Attorney of Ofuani Legal Group LLC, also known as Legally Black Law Firm, and Director of Miss Black USA, Kyara combines her legal acumen with a passion for empowerment—helping organizations, women, and youth thrive through access, advocacy, and equity.
Holding a Master’s in Public Administration and Nonprofit Management from Columbia University and a Juris Doctor from Texas Southern University’s Thurgood Marshall School of Law, Kyara brings both academic rigor and visionary leadership to every role she serves. Her professional experience spans from serving as a Staff Attorney with Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) to her global engagement as a Youth Representative Attorney for the World Food Forum, where she contributed to policy conversations around food security, sustainability, and environmental justice.
At Ofuani Legal Group, Kyara leads a social-impact legal practice that specializes in nonprofit governance, grants strategy, and community lawyering. Her clients include faith-based institutions, grassroots organizations, and civic coalitions seeking to strengthen legal infrastructure and expand their impact. She is also the Founder of the Freedom of Faith Food Bank, an initiative addressing food insecurity, homelessness, and environmental health disparities through faith-driven sustainability programs.
A former Miss Black Texas USA (2021–2022) and national finalist in the Miss Black USA pageant, Kyara continues to inspire women through mentorship and public speaking. Her advocacy extends beyond the courtroom into classrooms, community centers, and public forums where she equips emerging leaders to engage civically and think critically about justice, equity, and service.
Kyara’s career embodies a rare blend of intellect, faith, and action. Whether through drafting policy, mentoring students, or advancing legal reform, she remains steadfast in her belief that true justice begins with empowered communities and that service—rooted in faith—is the highest form of leadership.
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• Honored Listee
• Texas Southern University—Thurgood Marshall School of Law
• Columbia university
• Washington university at st louis
• Tennessee state university
• Alpha Kappa Psi Professional Business Fraternity Incorporated
• Alpha kappa alpha sorority incorporated
• Hands On Nashville
• Freedom of faith food bank
• National fish and wild life foundation
• Sierra club
• Nurturing nature kingdom learning academy
• Bread of life incorporated
• Freedom together coalition
• Houston area urban league
• Collective action for youth
What do you attribute your success to?
Personal Philosophy
I attribute my success to resilience, faith, and an unshakable commitment to purpose-driven work. My path in nonprofit law began long before I ever entered a courtroom—it started with a passion for helping others access the tools and resources they needed to thrive. As a young woman writing grants for community programs, I witnessed firsthand how policy, access, and compassion intersect to shape outcomes for entire families. That early exposure taught me that true justice is not abstract—it is lived, built, and sustained through intentional acts of service.
Over time, that passion evolved into a full-scale mission: to help organizations, leaders, and advocates not only survive but flourish while remaining rooted in their founding purpose. In my legal practice and consulting work, I view every partnership as a covenant—an agreement to advance equity, transparency, and long-term sustainability. Whether I am drafting governance documents, advising a new nonprofit, or mentoring a young advocate, my goal is to ensure that integrity and impact walk hand in hand.
Faith is the foundation of my resilience, reminding me that my work is not merely professional—it is spiritual. It calls for both structure and surrender, strategy and soul. I have learned that the best outcomes are born from collaboration with others who share a vision for change, and that leadership requires the courage to remain compassionate even when the world demands conformity.
Balancing logic with empathy, I strive to create systems that are both principled and human-centered. I believe that excellence is not achieved through competition, but through consistency, humility, and service. Every challenge I’ve encountered has refined my purpose, strengthened my character, and reinforced my belief that when faith meets discipline, transformation becomes inevitable.
My career—and my calling—stand as living proof that success is not defined by titles or accolades, but by the legacy of empowerment we leave behind in the lives of others.
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What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
Best Career Advice
The best career advice I’ve ever received is to let God author my story before the world attempts to write it for me. That wisdom reshaped the way I view purpose, success, and calling. It taught me that every season—whether of triumph or testing—is part of a divine narrative that cannot be rushed, replicated, or rewritten by anyone else.
By surrendering my plans to God’s will, I learned that faith and focus are far stronger than fear or comparison. Each time I chose obedience over opportunity, God opened doors I didn’t even know existed—from leading my own law firm to serving communities I once only prayed to reach.
Now, I lead with the conviction that purpose is not found in chasing titles, but in walking faithfully through the doors God opens. My story continues to unfold through that same balance of passion and divine direction—proof that when you let God write your story, He always makes it worth reading.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
I would advise young women entering nonprofit law to embrace their individuality and voice. Be bold in your convictions, keep learning, and recognize the power of building strong community connections. It’s also important to maintain work-life balance—success doesn’t have to come at the expense of personal fulfillment.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
The biggest challenges in nonprofit law right now include funding accessibility, navigating policy shifts, and addressing burnout within organizations. At the same time, there are exciting opportunities in leveraging digital outreach, fostering collaboration between social justice organizations, and using storytelling to build stronger donor relationships and community trust.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me in my work and personal life are integrity, compassion, and family. I prioritize authenticity in everything I do, ensuring that my work reflects my commitment to service and justice. I also strive to balance my legal career with family life, especially while raising my twins and running a joint firm with my husband.
