1. Tina R. Matsuoka

1. APA ethnic background:

Japanese American

2. Past Experiences

-Massachusetts State Senate

-AssociateMurtha Cullina LLP

-Adjunct Instructor, Disability Law, New England School of Law

-Adjunct Instructor, Legal Research & Writing, New Engliand School of Law

-Assistant Attorney General, Massachusetts Attorney General, Civil Rights Division

-Legal Intern, Southern Poverty Law Center (Non-Profit)

3. Current Position

Executive Director at National Asian Pacific American Bar Association

National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA) is the national association of Asian Pacific American attorneys, judges, lay professors, and law students. . NAPABA represents over 40,000 attorneys and 55 local Asian Pacific American bar associations.

Ms. Matsuoka's work base is in Washington DC and she directs the overall operation for this national association. Her responsibilities will include planning and executing development efforts, coordinating with sponsors, supervising staff, working with the NAPABA Board in the development and execution of programs and policy, and managing the day-to-day operations of NAPABA.

4. Education Background

Fordham University School of Law

J.D.

American University

B.A. Philosophy

5. Interesting Facts

"She is a proven leader and has demonstrated her commitment to the issues important to NAPABA. We are delighted that she has brought her skills, dedication and energy to NAPABA. I am confident that Tina will be a strong voice and a steady hand as NAPABA continues to grow and face new challenges.” - by Helen, Kim, the president of NAPABA President