Ms. Cahalan is an associate with the Law Firm of Zampi, Determan and Erickson LLP. She earned her Juris Doctor from University of San Diego School of Law in 2008. She earned her Bachelors in Political Science and Psychology at the University of California, San Diego in 2004.

While in law school, Ms. Cahalan earned an Outstanding Oral Advocate award during her first year, received Pro Bono Graduation Recognition, and earned the Dean's Honors Scholarship all three years. Ms. Cahalan is currently a member of the State Bar of California and the San Diego County Bar Association.