Our Team 

Demond Miller is a passionate advocate for justice, drawing on his firsthand experiences with socioeconomic adversity and his role as an Inmate Advocate at Madison County Jail to drive impactful community change. At the Justice and Accountability Center, he is dedicated to promoting equal opportunities and empowering marginalized populations through thoughtful advocacy and community engagement.

Taryn Branson serves as the Advocacy Director for the Justice & Accountability Center of Louisiana, bringing over a decade of experience in law, education, and public policy. A native of West Monroe and graduate of Southern University Law Center, she previously served in the Governor’s Office on Women’s Policy and runs her own law firm specializing in civil rights and family law. Taryn is also the founder of The Queen Esther Academy and an active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., the NAACP, and other community organizations. Based in Baton Rouge, she leads JAC’s advocacy efforts focused on policy reform and systemic change across Louisiana.

Lauren Kirichkow serves as the Staff Attorney at the Justice and Accountability Center, specializing in expungement litigation, child support modifications related to incarceration, and resolving driver's license issues for individuals re-entering society. With a robust background in criminal defense across Southern Louisiana and accolades like the LSBA 2020 Law Student Pro Bono Award, Lauren brings a fierce dedication to dismantling systemic barriers and advocating for a justice system that uplifts rather than punishes.

Sherie is the guiding force behind a committed team of advocates and attorneys. Together, they address shortcomings in the post-conviction phase of the criminal system by employing strategic policy initiatives and providing essential legal services. Sherie collaborates closely with JAC staff, contractors, and partners to lead advocacy campaigns. These campaigns focus on coalition management, forging relationships, and empowering affected communities to envision and enact meaningful systemic reform.