Sierra Holley is an Associate Attorney at the Law Office of Benjamin Kanani, bringing a wealth of experience and a strong background in family law and legal advocacy. She earned her Juris Doctor from LMU Loyola Law School in Los Angeles in May 2022.
Prior to joining the firm, Sierra honed her skills at the Children’s Law Center in Monterey Park, where she made court appearances and drafted arguments for adjudication and detention hearings. Her commitment to legal service is further demonstrated through her work at the Youth Justice Education Clinic and the Tax Appeals Assistance Program, where she represented clients in special education and school disciplinary proceedings and assisted with tax appeals. At the Harriett Buhai Center for Family Law, Sierra supported family law clients with custody and visitation issues, earning her the Wiley W. Manuel Certificate for Pro Bono Legal Services in 2022 and a Certificate of Tribute in 2024. Additionally, she worked with Root & Rebound, helping clients with expungement petitions and driver’s license reinstatement.
Her early career includes extensive experience with the Department of Social Services for Fresno County and the Internal Revenue Service, where she developed a strong foundation in regulatory compliance and client advocacy. Sierra is dedicated to providing compassionate and effective legal support to her clients, leveraging her diverse experience to address their unique needs.