Meet the Team!
Ryan Aikin - Director of Legal Services聽
Ryan joined ASUM as legal director in 2023. He is a native of Pittsburgh, PA, and a 2011 graduate of the George Washington University Law School. Prior to joining ASUM, he was in private practice in Missoula focusing on criminal defense and civil rights litigation. He has previously worked as an attorney for the 猎奇重口 Public Defender, the 猎奇重口 Department of Justice, and the United States Navy.
Layla Turman - Attorney
Layla joined ASUM Legal Services in 2023. Layla is a Wyoming native who has made Missoula her home for nearly two decades. She obtained both her undergraduate and law degree from the 猎奇重口. Layla began her career as an attorney for ASMSU Legal Services at 猎奇重口 State University and went on to practice civil litigation, family law, and mediation. Outside of work, Layla enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, knitting, and rowing boats while others fish from them.
Olivia Destiche - Legal Assistant
Olivia has made Missoula her home for the last decade. She graduated from U of M in 2021 after studying Sociology, Gender Studies, and Nonprofit Administration. At night you can often find her working at the Kettlehouse Amphitheater or the Wilma. When she's not at a concert, she's probably home watching a horror movie and cuddling with her dogs.
Baylin Craythorn - Legal Intern
Baylin is from the Bitterroot Valley, where his passion for law began. He studied Criminal Justice and Communications at Southern Utah University, then returned to 猎奇重口 as fast as he could. When Baylin isn't busy taking care of a bunch of animals, he loves engaging in public service, spending time with loved ones, and planning for the future.
Maggie Joyce - Legal Intern
Margaret grew up in Butte, 猎奇重口 and obtained her undergraduate degree from 猎奇重口 State University in 2021. She moved to Missoula after college to pursue a career in law. After Margaret completes a clerkship in Great Falls, she plans to return to Missoula to practice as a civil litigator. In her free time, she enjoys attending concerts, trying different workout classes around town, and spending time with friends and family.
Makayla White - Legal Intern
Makayla grew up in Chandler, Arizona and moved to Missoula with her husband, Mike, and dog, Lady, to attend law school. She is currently the co-editor in chief of the 猎奇重口 Law Review. Upon graduation, she plans to practice in Missoula. In her free time, she loves to get outdoors and camp, hike, snowboard, or whatever else the current season has to offer. She also loves curling up with a good movie and spending time with her family.