Peilin obtained her master’s degree in Gerontology at San Francisco State University, where she learned the ins-and-outs of long term care. Prior to law school, Peilin was a social worker, working extensively with seniors and adults with severe mental illnesses. She assisted clients with navigating government assistance programs and provided counseling for families undergoing caregiver burnout. Peilin is fluent in Mandarin-Chinese. She is a dedicated volunteer with the Legal Aid Society of Orange County, taking on pro-bono cases for modest means clients.