Community Economic Defense Project
Tyler Parchem is a dedicated legal professional currently serving as a Staff Attorney at the Community Economic Defense Project, focusing on tenant representation in eviction defense and affirmative housing claims in the Denver metro area since January 2025. Parchem has diverse experience, including roles as a Deputy Public Defender and as a Student Attorney in various clinics, advocating for indigent clients in misdemeanor offenses, wage theft claims, and housing disputes. Parchem's foundational experience includes an internship with the Colorado State Public Defender, where case law analysis and trial preparation were key responsibilities, as well as significant contributions to community initiatives through the Spokane Regional Justice Task Force and Greater Spokane Incorporated. Educational credentials include a Juris Doctorate from the University of Colorado Law School and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government from Washington State University.
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Community Economic Defense Project
We partner with low-income and working people to build economic and racial equity. We do this by confronting economic abuse and investing in community wealth. We use an ever-evolving set of legal, economic and advocacy tools to challenge and dismantle unjust systems, building quickly towards a world where all people have what they need to live and thrive.