Ophelia Brew | Legal Assistant

Ophelia Brew

Ophelia Brew is from the Bronx, New York, and graduated summa cum laude from Howard University with a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and a minor in Philosophy. During her time at Howard, she was actively involved in legal research, public service, and advocacy, culminating in an honors thesis examining the relationship between marginalized communities and the criminal justice system. She is also a published author of the poetry collection Before Greener Pastures.

Before joining Scrofano Law PC, Ophelia gained experience through internships with the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts, the District of Columbia Superior Court, and the Office of Congressman Jamie Raskin. These experiences strengthened her passion for criminal defense and public service while providing valuable exposure to litigation and the judicial process.

As the firm’s Senior Legal Assistant and a District of Columbia Notary Public, Ophelia assists attorneys with case preparation, legal research, client communication, and litigation support. She is committed to providing compassionate service to clients while helping attorneys deliver exceptional legal representation. Ophelia plans to attend law school and pursue a career as a criminal defense attorney, where she hopes to continue advocating for individuals and protecting their constitutional rights.