fiona-duffy

Fiona Duffy, Esq.

Reviewer

Attorney

University of Arkansas

Experience

Fiona Duffy is a lawyer licensed in California. She is passionate about service dogs and disability rights. She was a Deputy Public Defender at the Sonoma County Public Defenders Office and formerly served as a law clerk for Judge Brandon Harrison of the Arkansas Court of Appeals. Fiona has also worked as a fund development manager in the non-profit space. Fiona holds a Juris Doctor as well as a Master’s in Public Administration from the University of Arkansas.

Articles Legally reviewed by: Fiona Duffy, Esq.

Service Dog Requirements - ServiceDogCertifications

Service Dog Requirements

The ADA defines a Service Animal as a dog individually trained to perform tasks or do work for the benefit of a person with a disability. A disability can be a physical impairment, but the ADA also includes mental illnesses that substantially limit one or more major life activities, such as depression, severe anxiety, or […]

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How to Qualify for An Emotional Support Animal

How to Qualify for An Emotional Support Animal

To qualify for an emotional support animal under the Fair Housing Act, you need to follow these three steps: The most important step is getting an ESA letter that meets HUD’s housing rules for emotional support animals. Make sure your ESA letter has the following: You should also ensure that your ESA letter is not […]

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