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CHANÉE FRANKLIN MINOR

Oakland

Summary

Attorney, policy expert, and movement lawyer with over 20 years of experience in advancing labor rights, defending vulnerable populations, and fostering systemic change. Recognized for spearheading high-impact legal initiatives, building transnational coalitions, and leveraging legal expertise to expand workplace protections and address human trafficking.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal

BHYV Consulting, LLC
01.2022 - Current
  • Provide strategic guidance on labor rights and policy development, including campaigns to address systemic inequities
  • Advise organizations on transnational collaboration and accountability mechanisms.

Managing Director

Just Cities Institute
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Led equity-focused initiatives to advance social justice through coalition-building and policy innovation
  • Directed workshops and campaigns addressing labor rights and worker protections
  • Public Advocates — Deputy Managing Attorney

01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Advocated for equitable workplace policies and labor rights, supporting clients in challenging systemic barriers
  • Managed litigation and advocacy efforts to expand labor protections.

Program — Executive Director

Oakland Rent Adjustment
01.2018 - 01.2022
  • Oversaw legal and policy initiatives that advanced tenant rights and equitable housing practices
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to design and implement protections for marginalized communities.

Senior Staff Attorney

Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board
01.2011 - 01.2018
  • Led the development of a community mediation program focused on equitable conflict resolution
  • Advised on policy frameworks to enhance labor protections and promote workplace equity.

Commissioner

California Fair Employment and Housing Commission
01.2011 - 01.2018
  • Expanded workplace protections for women, the transgender community, and the formerly incarcerated
  • Advocated for policies addressing labor trafficking and systemic inequities in employment.

Trial Attorney

Eviction Defense Center
01.2004 - 01.2006
  • Represented vulnerable populations in high-stakes legal disputes, securing equitable outcomes through advocacy and litigation.

Education

Juris Doctorate -

Cornell University Law School

Master's - International Public Policy, Specialization in International Conflict Resolution

American University of Paris

Master's - Public Policy

University of Oxford

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of California, Los Angeles

Skills

  • Transnational Movement Lawyering
  • Legal Advocacy and Policy Development
  • Coalition Building and Stakeholder Engagement
  • Labor Rights and Corporate Accountability
  • Strategic Program Design and Implementation
  • Multilingual Communication

Accomplishments

  • Advocated for expanded labor rights and workplace protections for marginalized groups.
  • Conducted fieldwork at the International Criminal Court, supporting mediation and accountability mechanisms.
  • Spearheaded initiatives addressing human trafficking and labor justice in global supply chains.
  • Designed and implemented policy frameworks to promote gender justice and equitable labor practices.
  • Collaborated with global stakeholders to develop and enforce worker protections in transnational contexts.

Languages

French
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Managing Director

Just Cities Institute
01.2023 - 01.2024

Principal

BHYV Consulting, LLC
01.2022 - Current

01.2022 - 01.2023

Program — Executive Director

Oakland Rent Adjustment
01.2018 - 01.2022

Senior Staff Attorney

Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board
01.2011 - 01.2018

Commissioner

California Fair Employment and Housing Commission
01.2011 - 01.2018

Trial Attorney

Eviction Defense Center
01.2004 - 01.2006

Master's - International Public Policy, Specialization in International Conflict Resolution

American University of Paris

Master's - Public Policy

University of Oxford

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of California, Los Angeles

Juris Doctorate -

Cornell University Law School

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