In Honor Of His Legacy
Remembering Elliot Blair
About Elliot
Elliot Derrick Blair was born and raised in Orange County, California. He attended Loyola Law School in Los Angeles where he earned his Juris Doctor degree. In 2017, Elliot got his dream job as a deputy public defender with the Orange County Public Defender’s Office. Elliot was passionate about his work. He especially connected with his clients in the juvenile justice system, spending the extra time to mentor them and encourage them to achieve whatever they dreamed. On January 14, 2023, Elliot was tragically killed in Rosarito, Mexico. His loss is greatly felt by all- family, friends, and those he knew in the criminal justice system.
The Elliot Blair Foundation seeks to honor Elliot’s legacy by providing scholarships and education resources to at-risk youth, including those who are navigating the juvenile justice system, to enable them to become productive members of society and. reach their full potential.
