| Shaun Mena is a lifelong resident of District 23. He received his K-12 education at schools located in the district. From McDonogh #31 Elementary School, to Thurgood Marshall Middle Magnet, to Warren Easton Fundamental High School, Shaun's roots are deep in the district. Shaun is a husband and a father and a son to a retired Educator. Shaun is an entrepreneur who believes in the principles of hard work and determination.
Shaun will amplify the voice of the people of District 23. He will naturally speak to the values of the District, having actually been a resident his entire life.
Shaun has worked within the Executive Branch of Louisiana State Government as a Policy Analyst for former Governor Kathleen Babineaux Blanco. While there, Shaun was able to witness the legislative process up close and gain an appreciation for the manner in which legislators advocated for their constituencies in the state Capitol. Shaun also worked for state agencies that dealt with housing and higher education, two issues that are vital to the continued growth and prosperity of District 23. Presently, he is a practicing attorney at The Mena Law Firm, which he founded in 2014.
Shaun has a proven track record of being ethical and professional in his personal and business dealings. First and foremost, he is a dedicated family man. He is a resident of this district who will be visible, accessible and accountable. He can routinely be seen shopping at the local Whole Foods and dining at local eateries and supporting other businesses throughout District 23.
EDUCATION
Southern University Law Center 2007-2011
Attended 6 week Summer Abroad program in London
2009 CALI Award recipient for highest grade in Commercial Papers
Participated in Low-Income Taxpayer Law Clinic course; counseled clients on issues related to resolving past due taxes owed to the IRS.
Louisiana State University 2000-2004
B.A., Political Science
Minor, African & African-American Studies
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Advisory Board Member
Faubourg St. John Neighborhood Association
Past Co-Chair of the Political Action Committee
Greater New Orleans Louis A. Martinet Legal Society
Past Social & Special Events Chair
A.P Tureaud Sr. LSU Black Alumni Chapter
Member
Junior Achievement New Orleans
Mid-City Rotary Club
National Black Law Students Association
Urban League of Louisiana-Guild
Victims and Citizens Against Crime
Warren Easton Alumni Association-Life Member
Hollygrove-Dixon Neighborhood Association
Hollygrove Neighbors Association
Mid-City Neighborhood Organization
EDUCATION
Southern University Law Center 2007-2011
Attended 6 week Summer Abroad program in London
2009 CALI Award recipient for highest grade in Commercial Papers
Participated in Low-Income Taxpayer Law Clinic course; counseled clients on issues related to resolving past due taxes owed to the IRS.
Louisiana State University 2000-2004
B.A., Political Science
Minor, African & African-American Studies
EXPERIENCE
THE MENA LAW FIRM, LLC
Owner
BROWN GREER PLC
Legally Trained Claims Reviewer
SENATOR MARY LANDRIEU, UNITED STATES SENATE
Legal Intern
LOUISIANA BOARD OF REGENTS
Graduate Assistant to the Chief of Staff
OFFICE OF GOVERNOR KATHLEEN BLANCO
Policy Analyst
Policy Intern
LOUISIANA HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY
Housing Finance Specialist
Human Resources Analyst
19TH JUDICAL DISTRICT BAIL BOND PROJECT
Deputy Clerk of Court
DR. WAYNE PARENT, FORMER CHAIR OF POLITICAL SCIENCE AT LSU
Research Assistant |