Cheryl Ivery is an accomplished attorney, entrepreneur, and advocate for the underserved. A proud African-American woman from Brooklyn, New York, Cheryl's remarkable journey began when she graduated high school at 16 while simultaneously earning an Associate Degree in Business Administration.

Her professional path includes military service with the U.S. Army, working at JP Morgan on Wall Street where she earned her Series 7 certification at just 18, and serving as Assistant Comptroller for Ferrari Express. Cheryl's pursuit of education led to degrees including a Bachelor's in Business Administration/Law, an MBA, a Juris Doctorate, and an LL.M. in Taxation from Boston University School of Law. From 2020 to 2024, she served as a Criminal Judge for the state of North Carolina.

Cheryl's commitment to service is evident in her founding of Mada Penny House, a non-profit providing housing and resources for homeless individuals, particularly veterans. As founder of Barrister Tax Service and Ivery Federal Law Group, she represents clients in U.S. Tax Court, IRS matters, Veteran Benefits Administration, immigration claims, and military law.

Her philosophy is summed up in her message: "Build your foundation, never stop learning, and always pay it forward."