Alaina Valdes

Assistant Attorney General

Bio

  • Alaina joined the Labor Division of the AGO in 2025 after interning with the office in the summer of 2024. During law school, she gained hands-on experience as a Rule 13-certified student attorney, representing clients in matters involving domestic violence and child welfare. She also gained experience in conducting legal research during her internships at the Supreme Court of Missouri and a local law firm. Before attending law school, Alaina worked at a legal aid organization and an immigrant service and information hub. She is passionate about serving the community and advocating for others.

Practice Areas

  • Workers’ Compensation

 

Admitted to Practice

  • Missouri

 

Education

  • University of Missouri School of Law, J.D., 2025
    • Associate Editor, Missouri Law Review
    • Teaching Assistant, Legal Research & Writing
  • Saint Louis University, B.S., 2020
    • University Honors Program
    • Vice President of Recruitment, Campus Kitchen—Saint Louis University