Joy Anderson

"For me, environmental advocacy flows from a strong commitment to working collectively for the public good. As a lawyer, I realize I have training and advantages that many others don’t have. When I work with people from underprivileged communities, I can see the difference it makes that I know how to use the laws and the court system to protect people and the environment. I feel so fortunate to be able to dedicate my skills as an attorney to work with the team at MCEA to preserve a livable future for all of us."

Before joining MCEA, Joy was a shareholder at Minneapolis law firm Gray Plant Mooty, where she litigated cases and headed the firm’s pro bono program. Joy has provided more than 1,200 hours of pro bono service and was named a 2018 Minnesota Attorney of the Year for her work on a pro bono case. She earned her law degree at William Mitchell College of Law and her B.A. in English and print journalism from the University of St. Thomas.