Missy Castillo is a seasoned legal and public service executive with over two decades of experience driving program innovation, advocacy, and administrative excellence in the legal and criminal justice arenas. With a professional journey deeply rooted in public service and a strong educational foundation in forensic psychology and crisis response, Missy has built a career defined by purpose, compassion, and results.
Currently serving as the administrative director at Walsh Law, Missy brings strategic oversight, operational acumen, and a deep understanding of legal processes to her role. In this capacity, she ensures that firm operations are aligned with legal best practices, client service standards, and organizational growth goals. Her leadership is grounded in hands-on experience and a passion for creating systems that support both clients and teams.
Before transitioning to private practice, Missy dedicated over 15 years to the public sector. Most notably, she held the role of victim services program manager for the Sutter County District Attorney’s Office, where she spent nearly seven years developing and overseeing victim support services. In this role, she coordinated multidisciplinary teams, secured and managed grant funding, trained staff in trauma-informed care, and conducted forensic interviews to support investigations. Her work made a measurable impact on the lives of crime victims and on the efficiency of the criminal justice system.
Previously, Missy served as a victim advocate for the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office, offering direct support to victims navigating the complexities of the legal system. Earlier in her career, she was a family stabilization counselor for the Department of Public Social Services in Desert Hot Springs, California. There, she focused on strengthening families in crisis, deepening her expertise in trauma, community resources, and family systems.
Missy holds two master’s degrees—a master of science in forensic psychology from Walden University and a master’s in human services counseling with a specialization in crisis response and trauma from Liberty University—as well as a bachelor of business management in management and communication from the University of Phoenix. Her academic achievements have consistently supported her ability to translate psychological insight into practical, organizational solutions.
Known for her clear communication, dedication to service, and ability to lead under pressure, Missy has also become a respected voice in the field through public speaking engagements focused on criminal justice, forensic interviewing, and trauma-informed support. She has presented at numerous events over the past decade, contributing thought leadership that bridges practice, policy, and advocacy.
Missy’s professional strengths include legal operations, public sector budgeting and auditing, grant writing, and nonprofit collaboration. She is highly proficient in Microsoft Office tools and excels in community outreach and stakeholder engagement. While she has not yet served on a board, she is now actively seeking opportunities to contribute at the governance level. Her goal is to give back by leveraging her expertise and ethical leadership in sectors aligned with justice, legal reform, and organizational integrity.
Missy is a proud advocate for families and children, and in her personal time, she enjoys hiking, nature, sports, and spending time outdoors with her children. She is affiliated with several criminal justice and victim support networks, including family intervention and children’s advocacy associations.
With her unwavering commitment to ethical leadership and her unique blend of legal, psychological, and administrative expertise, Missy Castillo is well-positioned to add meaningful value to mission-driven boards and organizations looking to advance justice, equity, and operational excellence.
Character: Missy is a dedicated and compassionate leader with a strong ethical foundation and a lifelong commitment to serving others.
Knowledge: She brings over 20 years of experience in legal operations, victim advocacy, public sector management, and trauma-informed care.
Strategic: Missy excels at designing and managing programs, securing funding, and aligning organizational operations with long-term goals.
Communication: A skilled public speaker and collaborator, she effectively engages diverse stakeholders and delivers clear, impactful messaging.
