Devin Ross

Associate
Devin has experience assisting clients on a variety of litigation matters.
Devin Ross, Associate

Devin has worked on a variety of matters including employment and civil rights litigation, as well as criminal, tort, federal regulations, and contract dispute cases. Before joining ArentFox Schiff, Devin was a legal extern to the Honorable Allen P. Walker, Circuit of Cook County and to the Honorable Gary Feinerman, US District Court, Northern District of Illinois.

Previous Work

Prior to joining ArentFox Schiff, Devin honed her skills as an advocate during her time working in book publishing as a literary agent. As an agent, Devin worked with authors from predominantly marginalized communities, represented them in the sale of their manuscripts and championed their interests throughout the publishing process. Devin’s years of experience representing clients honed her advocacy skills and prepared her for her legal career.

Publications, Presentations & Recognitions

During law school, Devin’s paper, “Don’t Stop Me Now: An Analysis of Low-Level, Pretextual Traffic Stops and a Case for Banning Them,” was selected as the winner of the 3rd annual Racial Justice Writing Competition. Devin earned a CALI Excellence for the Future Awards for the highest grade in the Law of Privacy.

Boards, Memberships & Certifications

  • Federal Bar Association
  • Chicago Bar Association

Professional Activities

Pro Bono Work

Devin has a passion for using her skills to assist those in need of legal assistance. Prior to joining ArentFox Schiff, Devin was a Volunteer Parole Representative for Project 1-11, where she represented C Number inmates at their parole hearings. As a Chicago native, Devin strives to invest in her city through pro bono legal and community service. Devin provides services through the Legal Aid Society of Metropolitan Family Services and the National Immigration Justice Center.

Life Beyond the Law

Outside of work, Devin enjoys hiking with her dog, reading a good novel, and walking along the beautiful Chicago lakefront.

  • Bar & Court Admissions
    • Illinois Bar
    • US District Court, Northern District of Illinois
  • Education
    Chicago-Kent College of Law, JD, 2023
    Lawrence University, BA, 2015