Alumni News
Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School Achieves Highest Bar Passage Rate in Recent History
March 10, 2025Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) has reached a significant milestone in legal education excellence, achieving a 92.45% two-year Ultimate Bar Passage rate for 2022—the highest in recent history. This marks a steady and impressive increase over the past few years underscoring the effectiveness of our academic support and bar preparation initiatives. The 2022 rate… Read More
Welcome December 2024 Graduates to the Alumni Community!
January 30, 2025As you take this significant step into the next phase of your legal career, we want to extend a heartfelt congratulations and a warm welcome to the AJMLS Alumni community. Your journey is far from over—next, you’ll be tackling the bar exam, and AJMLS is here to support you every step of the way. We… Read More
Celebrating the Accomplishments of Women on the John Marshall Law Journal
September 18, 2024By Professor Van Detta, Faculty Advisor Since Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School’s (AJMLS) earliest graduating classes in the 1930s, women have been prominent in our student body, in our student organizations, and in our alumni. John Marshall’s commitment to educating law students of all genders goes back to its very founding, as evidenced by this wonderful… Read More
Breaking Barriers: A Standing Ovation for Luci Harrell, Law School Graduate and the First Student to Begin Law School While Incarcerated
August 29, 2024In a world where challenges often dictate the limits of one’s potential, Lucilla Harrell’s story is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Lucilla “Luci” Harrell, who recently graduated from Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS), is no ordinary graduate. Her quest to become a lawyer is as extraordinary as it is… Read More
The AJMLS Alumni Association Announces Its 2024 Officers and New Board Members
August 14, 2024On August 1, 2024, the Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) Alumni Association welcomed its new Board of Director Officers and incoming members. The Officers will serve in their roles for the 2024-2025 year. Sarah P. Cornejo, Class of 2016 Where were you raised? I was born and raised in Georgia. Where did you complete… Read More
AJMLS Announces Three New Awards and Inaugural Honorees
July 30, 2024Each year, Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) presents the Distinguished Alumni Award to honor alumni for their remarkable contributions to the legal field and their communities. These individuals have set exemplary standards through their dedication, leadership, and professional achievements. This year during our inaugural Alumni Award Reception, we will introduce three new awards: the… Read More
Congratulations to Sonya Allen, Class of 1999, District Attorney-Elect for Cobb County
June 12, 2024Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) congratulates Fulton County Deputy District Attorney Sonya Allen, Class of 1999, on her recent election as the District Attorney for Cobb County. Allen won the seat over the incumbent in the democratic primary and will be unopposed in the November general election. She will be sworn into the post in… Read More
Congratulations to Our 2024 Graduates and Award Recipients
May 29, 2024The Law School is incredibly proud of its 2024 graduates. Your perseverance and resilience beginning law during a pandemic, and continuing semester to semester with such uncertainty in the world, is truly admirable. It is a testament to your professionalism and work ethic and we look forward to following your careers and championing all your… Read More
AJMLS Honors Jennifer Gore-Cuthbert, Antonio Lee, and Vincent Phillips as 2024 Distinguished Alumni
April 26, 2024Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) is delighted to announce the 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award recipients: Jennifer Gore-Cuthbert (’12), Antonio Lee (’14), and Vincent Phillips (’96). The Distinguished Alumni Award is presented to alumni who have obtained distinction in their professional careers. Those honored share the same characteristics of leadership, progressive thinking, high standards, uncompromising integrity, commitment, courage,… Read More
Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School Welcomes Judge Ronald B. Ramsey, Sr., Class of 1992, as Commencement Speaker
April 12, 2024Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) is pleased to announce Judge Ronald B. Ramsey, Sr., Class of 1992, as the Law School’s 2024 commencement speaker. Commencement exercises are scheduled to begin at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 18, 2024. The ceremony will be held at the Rialto Center for the Arts, located at 80 Forsyth St.,… Read More
Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) Announces New Chairman, Adam Malone, Class of 2000
January 22, 2024Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) has named its next chairman. With the recent retirement of longtime chairman and champion, Dr. Michael C. Markovitz, the AJMLS Board of Directors thoughtfully elected fellow board member and AJMLS alumnus, Adam Malone. Malone is a respected catastrophic personal injury attorney and owner of Malone Law Medical Malpractice and… Read More
2023 Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School Alumni On the Move
January 2, 2024It was an incredible year for Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) alumni. Each month in the alumni newsletter, top attorneys are recognized for their achievements, honors, and exciting announcements. If you or someone you know have earned a spot in our Alumni on the Move series, please submit the information here. Below are our… Read More
AJMLS Honors Alex Cornejo, Sarah Cornejo, and Randy Fry as 2023 Distinguished Alumni
August 11, 2023On Friday, October 20, 2023, Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) will present The Distinguished Alumni Award to three incredible alumni at the 90th Anniversary Celebration. This year’s honorees are Alex Cornejo, Class of 2016, Sarah Cornejo, Class of 2016, and Randy Fry, Class of 1999. The Distinguished Alumni Award is presented to alumni who… Read More
Congratulations to Our 2023 Graduates and Award Recipients
June 8, 2023The Law School is incredibly proud of its 2023 graduates. Your perseverance and resilience beginning law school virtually, and continuing semester to semester with such uncertainty in the world, is truly admirable. It is a testament to your professionalism and work ethic and we look forward to following your careers and championing all your future… Read More
Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School Welcomes Judge Dustin W. Hightower, Class of 2008, as 2023 Commencement Speaker
April 24, 2023Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) is pleased to announce Judge Dustin W. Hightower, Class of 2008, as the Law School’s 2023 commencement speaker. Commencement exercises are scheduled to begin at 1:30 p.m. on May 21, 2023 at the Rialto Center for the Arts – 80 Forsyth St., NW, Atlanta, GA 30303. A live stream… Read More
Nine AJMLS Alumni Admitted to the Supreme Court of the United States Bar
January 4, 2023On December 7, 2022, Director of Alumni Relations, A.J. Doucett, moved for nine Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) alumni to become members of the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) Bar. To be sworn into the Court, an attorney must have been sworn into the highest court in the state in which they… Read More
2000 Alumnus, Adam Malone, Establishes Memorial Scholarship Honoring Classmate, S. Bradley Houck
December 20, 2022Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) is honored to announce that Adam Malone, Class of 2000, has established the S. Bradley Houck Memorial Scholarship honoring his friend and classmate. Houck, Class of 1997, succumbed to complications related to an extended illness in the fall of 2021. The gift establishing the memorial scholarship is the largest in… Read More
2004 Alumna, Sonja Brown, Elected Cobb County Superior Court Judge
December 16, 2022Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) congratulates 2004 alumna, Sonja Brown, who was recently sworn in as a Cobb County Superior Court Judge after winning a runoff election this past summer. Judge Brown was honored by AJMLS as a Distinguished Alumni recipient in 2009. Prior to her election win in Cobb County, Judge Brown had… Read More
Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School Partners with Grady Gives Thanksgiving Turkey Drive
November 21, 2022On Saturday, November 19, 2022, the Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) community, comprised of staff, students, and alumni, partnered with Avalon Sports, the Office of Fulton County Commissioner Khadijah Abdur-Rahman, District 6, the Cobb Justice Foundation Legal Aid’s Office, the Grady Gives Foundation, and many more to provide turkeys, hens, hams, Thanksgiving fixings, and… Read More
The AJMLS Alumni Association Announces its 2022 Board of Directors and Officers
September 15, 2022On August 1, 2022, the Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) Alumni Association welcomed its new Board of Directors and Officers. The Officers will serve in their roles for the 2022-2023 year. During the July 2022 Alumni Association Board of Directors meeting, six new members were selected to join the Board. It is an honor… Read More
Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School Welcomes Dr. Lawrence Schlachter to the Board of Directors
September 9, 2022Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Lawrence Schlachter, attorney and board-certified Neurological Surgeon, to the Board of Directors. Dr. Schlachter is a 2004 graduate of AJMLS and owns The Schlachter Law Firm. Dr. Schlachter is one of the few attorneys in the United States who has a unique… Read More
Congratulations to Our 2022 Graduates and Award Recipients
June 30, 2022The Law School is incredibly proud of its graduates. Your perseverance and resilience during this challenging time is a testament to your professionalism and work ethic. We look forward to following your careers and championing all your future successes. Valedictorians This award is given to the valedictorian from each of the school’s divisions (full-time and… Read More
AJMLS Awards Inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award to Louise Thornton Hornsby, Class of 1965
March 28, 2022Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) established the Lifetime Achievement Award in 2022 and named its inaugural honoree from the Class of 1965, Louise Thornton Hornsby. The purpose of this award is to recognize a graduate of Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School who has attained more than 50 years of extraordinary distinction and success in… Read More
AJMLS Honors Judge Ashley Drake and Judge Rhonda Kreuziger as 2022 Distinguished Alumni
March 25, 2022On Saturday, May 21, 2022, Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) will present The Distinguished Alumni Award to two incredible alumni at the 2022 commencement ceremony. This year’s honorees are Judge Ashley Drake, Class of 2011, and Judge Rhonda Kreuziger, Class of 2001. The Distinguished Alumni Award is presented to alumni who have obtained distinction… Read More
Forensic Scientist to Superior Court Judge, AJMLS Welcomes Judge Rhonda Kreuziger, Class of 2001, as 2022 Commencement Speaker
March 23, 2022Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) is pleased to announce Judge Rhonda Kreuziger, Class of 2001, as the Law School’s 2022 commencement speaker. Commencement exercises are scheduled to begin at 1:30 p.m. on May 21, 2022 at the Georgia World Congress Center Sidney Marcus Auditorium located at 285 Andrew Young International Blvd, Atlanta, Georgia 30313…. Read More
October 2021 Employee of the Month, AJ Doucett
November 15, 2021Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) established its Employee of the Month Program in 2021 to recognize hard working employees, especially as we navigate uncharted times in legal education during COVID-19. AJMLS appreciates the efforts of its employees who strive to achieve goals and fulfill the vision of Atlanta’s John Marshall. Outstanding employees deserve to… Read More
AJMLS Alumni Association Hosts Inaugural Homecoming Event
October 20, 2021Click here to view the full image gallery on Facebook On Friday, October 15, 2021, the Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) Alumni Association hosted the inaugural Alumni Homecoming Open House at the Law School. The event welcomed all AJMLS alumni to the new Downtown Atlanta campus, located in Marquis One Tower in Peachtree Center…. Read More
2012 Alumnus, Paul Nam, Named to Georgia Trend 2021 40 Under 40
October 19, 2021Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) congratulates 2012 alumnus, Paul Nam, who was recently named to Georgia Trend 2021 40 Under 40. Paul is currently the Associate General Counsel at InComm Payments in Atlanta. This year Georgia Trend celebrated 25 years of honoring the state’s best and brightest. The honorees came from every corner of Georgia and represented… Read More
2001 Alumna, Judge Rhonda Kreuziger, Appointed Griffin Judicial Circuit Superior Court Judge
September 21, 2021Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) congratulates 2001 alumna, Judge Rhonda Kreuziger, on her recent appointment as Superior Court Judge for the Griffin Judicial Circuit, covering Fayette, Pike, Spalding, and Upson counties. Upon her swearing-in, Judge Kreuziger became the first female and first African-American superior court judge in the circuit. Nominated by her predecessor, Griffin Judicial… Read More
AJMLS Alumna, Mandira Sethi, Named First AABS Outstanding Alumni Service Award Recipient
August 9, 2021The Academic Achievement and Bar Success (AABS) Outstanding Alumni Service Award is awarded annually to an outstanding alumnus of Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) for extraordinary service and leadership in supporting graduates as they prepare to take the bar exam. Recipients of this award will have demonstrated a willingness to go above and beyond to… Read More
Congratulations to Our 2021 Graduates and Award Recipients
June 1, 2021The Law School is incredibly proud of its graduates. Your perseverance and resilience during this challenging time is a testament to your professionalism and work ethic. We look forward to following your careers and championing all your future successes. Valedictorians This award is given to the valedictorian from each of the school’s divisions (full-time and… Read More
AJMLS Honors Judge Angela Duncan and Corey Martin as 2021 Distinguished Alumni
May 24, 2021On Saturday, May 22, 2021, Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) presented The Distinguished Alumni Award to two incredible alumni at the 2021 commencement ceremony. This year’s honorees are Judge Angela Duncan, Class of 1996, and Corey Martin, Class of 2009. The Distinguished Alumni Award is presented to alumni who have obtained distinction in their… Read More
Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School Welcomes Judge Angela Duncan, Class of 1996, as 2021 Commencement Speaker
May 10, 2021Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) is pleased to announce Judge Angela Duncan, Class of 1996, as the Law School’s 2021 commencement speaker. Commencement exercises are scheduled to begin at 1:30 p.m. on May 22, 2021 at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis Atrium Ballroom – 265 Peachtree Center Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30303. A live stream of… Read More
Anonymous Donor Makes $100,000 Matching Donation to John Marshall Law School Foundation, Inc.
March 16, 2021Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) and the John Marshall Law School Foundation, Inc. are excited to share great news about a recent $100,000 matching gift donation by an anonymous donor. AJMLS alumni can now participate and help achieve the Law School’s goal of providing more scholarships to our students this upcoming academic year. The… Read More
The AJMLS Alumni Association Announces its 2021 Board of Directors
February 3, 2021Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) Alumni Association is proud to announce the newly reconstituted Alumni Association Board of Directors. The Alumni Association Board of Directors consists of attorneys, judges, and executive officers in all areas of practice. Many members of the Board are owners of their law firms, while others work for major organizations… Read More
2007 Alumnus, AJ Doucett, Named Director of Alumni Relations for Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School
October 16, 2020Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) and the John Marshall Law School Alumni Association proudly announce that AJ Doucett, Class of 2007, has been named the new Director of Alumni Relations at the Law School. As a long-time employee of the Law School, he is a known champion of the AJMLS community and students. During… Read More
2010 Alumnus, Judge Vincent A. Lotti, Appointed to State Court of Henry County
October 14, 2020Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) congratulates Judge Vincent A. Lotti, Class of 2010, for his recent appointment to the State Court of Henry County. Judge Lotti will fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Ernest Blount in February. Previously, he had been serving as a Henry County magistrate judge. At the Law… Read More
2010 Alumna, Alpa Amin, Named Executive Director for Georgia Asylum and Immigration Network
October 1, 2020Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) congratulates Alpa Amin, Class of 2010, for her recent promotion. As of January 1, 2021, Amin will become the Georgia Asylum and Immigration Network’s new Executive Director. At AJMLS, Amin was a founder of the Immigration Law Society, research assistant to Judge Renata Turner (former Director, then Associate Dean… Read More
AJMLS Alumni on the Move: Fall 2020
September 15, 2020Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) celebrates its alumni and their accomplishments. If you would like to submit information for our next Alumni on the Move piece, please click here to submit the form. Diana Simmons, Class of 2009 Diana Simmons (nee Sturgis) won the run-off election on August 11, 2020, becoming the next State… Read More
Nine AJMLS Alumni Elected to Serve State Bar of Georgia Board of Governors
August 31, 2020Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) congratulates its nine alumni that were recently elected to serve the State Bar of Georgia Board of Governors. *The State Bar of Georgia is governed by a 160-member Board of Governors. The Board controls and administers the affairs of the State Bar. Members of the Board of Governors are… Read More
2019 Alumnus, Captain Bryan Dayton, First Attorney Sworn Into the Bar of the Georgia Supreme Court Virtually
August 13, 2020Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) congratulates 2019 alumnus, Captain Bryan Dayton, for his momentous swearing-in this morning to the Bar of the Georgia Supreme Court. Capt. Dayton is currently with the Georgia Army National Guard and works with U.S Army Europe Command. He is deployed to Germany where he plans joint training missions with… Read More
1996 Alumnus, Ben Miller, Jr., Appointed to Griffin Judicial Circuit Superior Court
June 12, 2020Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) congratulates 1996 alumnus, Ben Miller, Jr., on his recent appointment as Superior Court Judge for the Griffin Judicial CIrcuit. Miller will fill the vacancy created by Mack Crawford’s resignation and was appointed on May 1, 2020. When asked about his success, Miller remarked, “I am humbled. I think I was at… Read More
Congratulations to Our 2020 Graduates and Award Recipients
May 27, 2020The Law School is incredibly proud of its graduates. Your perseverance and resilience during this challenging time is a testament to your professionalism and work ethic. We look forward to following your careers and championing all your future successes. Valedictorians This award is given to the valedictorian from each of the school’s divisions (full-time and… Read More
2011 Alumna, Ashley Gholamhosseini, Appointed Fulton County Magistrate Judge
May 13, 2020Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) congratulates Ashley Gholamhosseini, Class of 2011, for her recent appointment as a Fulton County magistrate judge. Gholamhosseini, who was appointed to the Fulton County Magistrate Court bench on May 8, 2020, said “This opportunity to serve the citizens of the county where I was born and where I proudly… Read More
1996 Alumna, Angela Duncan, Appointed Gwinnett County Superior Court Judge
December 5, 2019Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) congratulates 1996 alumna, Angela Duncan, on her recent appointment as the 11th Superior Court Judge for Gwinnett County. Gwinnett County is Georgia’s second largest county and this position was created by Governor Brian Kemp to assist in the increasing caseload. It is speculated that Duncan will be Gwinnett’s first… Read More
1996 Alumna, Tasha M. Mosley, Appointed Clayton County District Attorney
November 5, 2019Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) congratulates 1996 alumna, Tasha M. Mosley, on her recent appointment as District Attorney of the Clayton County Judicial Circuit. Mosley has served Clayton County as their Solicitor General since 2009, and previously served as Assistant Solicitor General in Henry County as well as Master Assistant Solicitor General from 2004… Read More
2013 Alumnus, Judge Ethan Pham, Named to Georgia Trend’s 40 Under 40
October 28, 2019Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) congratulates Judge Ethan Pham, Class of 2013, for his recent honor of being named one of Georgia Trend’s 40 Under 40. The 40 individuals were selected by the Georgia Trend staff from more than 400 nominations by readers throughout the state. Judge Pham is a Partner at the Law Firm… Read More
2011 Alumnus, Nick Schnyder, Employs Fellow AJMLS Graduates at Nick Schnyder Law Firm, LLC
September 30, 2019Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) alumnus, Nick Schnyder, has only hired passionate legal minds from his alma mater since opening his firm, Nick Schnyder Law Firm, LLC, in August of 2016. Schnyder’s firm experienced rapid growth and turning to his fellow AJMLS alumni for support has enabled the firm to continue taking on difficult… Read More
Alumni Team Up to Defend Innocent Department of Defense Employee
August 27, 2019The Law School loves to help our alumni celebrate their success. Do you have similar news to share? Email us at marketing@johnmarshall.edu. Congratulations to Bill Black and Amanda Young!
2018 Alumna, Calvana Cedant, Has Turned Her Dream Into a Reality
July 8, 2019Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) 2018 alumna Calvana Cedant has a purpose on this earth to advocate for others, inspire future leaders, and grow organizations she truly believes in. Her path to law school began early on and she has since worked hard to achieve her goals. She was a part of the pre-law… Read More
Alumna Neera Bahl Recently Appointed to the Cobb County Board of Elections
June 26, 2019Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) alumna Neera Bahl was recently appointed to the Cobb County Board of Elections. In 2000, Bahl received her Juris Doctor degree from AJMLS and has since demonstrated a strong commitment of leadership and dedication towards helping society and her community. She is actively involved with many volunteer projects and… Read More
2018 Alumna, Jennifer Magruder, Paves Way by Starting a Law Firm
May 29, 2019Being a native of Atlanta, Jennifer A. Magruder graduated from Kennesaw State University with a degree in Marketing and Public Relations. However, she has always had an interest in the law and decided to pursue her true passion by attending Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS). In 2018, Magruder received her Juris Doctor degree and… Read More
Alumnus Burl Finkelstein Featured in the Daily Report
May 10, 2019Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) alumnus, Burl Finkelstein, was recently featured in the Daily Report on Law.com. The article, Georgia GC Discusses White House Meeting With Trade Officials, was featured in the April 15th edition as a full story on p. 5. You can also find the article online here. The article is a worthy… Read More
AJMLS Alumna, Antonette Igbenoba, Accepts Position at Global Corporation
April 30, 2019Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) 2016 alumna, Antonette Igbenoba, recently accepted a position at Ernst & Young (EY) with a focus in data privacy, an area of law she is most passionate about. After receiving her Theatre B.A. from Penn State University, Igbenoba began the next journey towards her career: law school. Her degree… Read More
Alumnus, Vincent A. Lotti, Sworn in as Henry County Magistrate Judge
December 13, 2018Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) congratulates Vincent A. Lotti, Class of 2010, for his recent appointment as a Henry County magistrate judge. At the Law School, Lotti served as both a Peer Mentor and a Student Ambassador, and was a three time Dean’s Award recipient. Judge Lotti is a lifelong resident of Henry County,… Read More
Atlanta’s John Marshall Alumni Are Sworn Into Practice at Mass Swearing-In Ceremony
December 3, 2018Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School hosted a mass swearing-in ceremony for its recent graduates and alumni on November 29, 2018 at the Blackburn Conference Center. The Law School was honored by Justice Carol Hunstein of the Georgia Supreme Court and Judge T. Jackson Bedford of the Fulton County Superior Court. Thank you to all who participated… Read More
Alumnus, William J. Black III, Sworn Into Practice at Pershing Point Park’s WWI Monument
November 29, 2018On Tuesday, November 20, 2018, Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) Alumnus and U.S. Air Force Veteran, William J. (Billy) Black III, was sworn into the practice of law by DeKalb County Superior Court Judge and U.S. District Court Nominee Hon. J.P. Boulee. The ceremony took place in Pershing Point Park, across West Peachtree Street from… Read More
AJMLS Professor Delivers Keynote as Two Alumna Are Honored at Atlanta Bar Association Celebrating Service Luncheon
October 19, 2018The Atlanta Bar Association is hosting their 11th Annual Celebrating Service Luncheon today at the Commerce Club. The luncheon is a celebration honoring legal professionals who have made significant impacts on our community through their dedication to public service. Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) Professor and Director of the Criminal Justice Certificate Program, Jonathan… Read More
Alumna, Fallon McClure, Helps Bring Change to Georgia Communities at Spread the Vote
September 30, 2018Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) alumna, Fallon McClure, currently serves as the Georgia State Director for Spread the Vote. McClure graduated from AJMLS in 2014, and her path to Spread the Vote is an inspiring one to share. After graduating from Georgia State University with a B.A. in History, McClure started in public service… Read More
Three Alumni Accepted to GTLA LEAD Program
August 27, 2018Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) congratulates Jim Jenkins, Class of 2009; Daniel Justus, Class of 2014; and Chinny Law, Class of 2014 for their recent acceptance to the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association (GTLA) LEAD (Leadership Education and Advanced Direction) Program for 2018-2019. The GTLA LEAD Program was founded in 2013 for the purpose of educating… Read More
Alumnus, Ethan Pham, First Appointed Vietnamese-American Judge in Georgia
August 14, 2018Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) congratulates Ethan Pham, Class of 2013, for his recent appointment as associate municipal judge in Morrow, Georgia. Pham was unanimously appointed by Morrow City Council at its July 24 meeting and sworn in today, August 14, 2018. Pham is part of a very exclusive club: he is the third… Read More
Alumnus, Erik Provitt, Accepted to American Bar Association Fellows Program
August 1, 2018Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) is thrilled to congratulate Erik Provitt, Class of 2016, for his recent acceptance into the American Bar Association (ABA) Section of Real Property, Trust, and Estate Law Fellows Program. The ABA Section of Real Property, Trust, and Estate Law Fellows Program encourages the active involvement and participation of young lawyers… Read More
AJMLS Alumna Recognized as “Best Social Mediator” by the Daily Report
May 3, 2018Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) alumna, Jennifer Gore-Cuthbert, has been named “Best Social Mediator” by the Daily Report. The “Best Social Mediator” category of the Daily Report Professional Excellence awards is designed to honor an attorney with a social media account that educates and, responsibly, entertains lawyers about the practice and the community.* The… Read More
AJMLS Alumnus, Erik Provitt, Selected as a Georgia Housing Corps Fellow
April 12, 2018Class of 2016 Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) alumnus, Erik Provitt, has been selected as a Georgia Housing Corps Fellow (GHC). GHC is a new Fellowship program designed to address the barriers to housing stability in rural and urban communities in Georgia. GHC is being launched by Equal Justice Works. Equal Justice Works is the nation’s… Read More
AJMLS Participates in 2017 RED Flag Football Tournament
October 30, 2017On Saturday, November 4th, Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) will be participating in the RED (Rehabilitation Enables Dreams) Flag Football Tournament. The event will take place at Kennesaw State University’s Fifth Third Bank Stadium from 8:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. This year’s team includes AJMLS alumni and our Director of Admissions, Rebecca Milter. A… Read More
AJMLS Alumna Sworn in as a State Court Judge
September 17, 2017Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) alumna Margaret Spencer was recently sworn in as a judge in the State Court of the Clayton Judicial Circuit. The State Court is composed of five Judges, all of which are elected by the citizens of Clayton County and serve four year terms. Prior to Spencer’s judgeship, she served as the Senior… Read More
AJMLS Alumnus Featured in Forbes
June 29, 2017Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) alumnus, Brandon E. Campbell, has been recently featured in Forbes. The article, Meet The 29-Year-Old Attorney On A Mission To Redefine Global Citizenship, was digitally published in Forbes Entrepreneurs Under 30. The article is a worthy read that describes Campbell’s background, education, and early career that propelled him to apply… Read More
AJMLS Alumna, Holly Waltman, Accepts AIOCLA 2017 10 Best Attorney Award
April 12, 2017The American Institute of Legal Counsel (“AIOCLA”) recently named 2012 AJMLS alumna, Holly Waltman, with the prestigious 10 Best Attorney Award. AIOCLA is an impartial third-party attorney rating organization comprised of 13 divisions. AIOCLA recognizes excellence of fellow practitioners in the field.* During law school, Ms. Waltman earned internships practicing both criminal defense and prosecution. At graduation, she… Read More
AJMLS Alumnus Elected to Spalding County State Court
March 22, 2017Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (“AJMLS”) graduate and 2001 alumnus, Honorable Josh W. Thacker, was elected last June to serve as a State Court Judge in Spalding County, Georgia. He assumed office on January 1, 2017. Judge Thacker credits an externship that he held in the Spalding County District Attorney’s office, while he was a student… Read More
AJMLS Alumna, Sheronn Harris, Co-Authors Bill
March 17, 2017Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) alumna and Georgia Women’s Policy Institute Fellow, Sheronn Harris, recently co-authored a bill with a local judge and fellow member of the legal community. Ms. Harris is a Georgia attorney and the owner of The Harris Firm, P.C. The Georgia Women’s Policy Institute is the signature advocacy program of the YWCA of… Read More
Alpa Amin Selected as Top 40 Under 40
October 5, 2016Atlanta’s John Marshall Alumnus, Alpa Amin, was recently named one of Georgia Trend’s 40 Under 40.The 2016 Georgia Trend 40 Under 40 represent a plethora of professions. The 40 selected were chosen from nominations made by readers of Georgia Trend throughout the state and the final selections were made by the editorial staff. Ms. Amin is… Read More
Alumna Janie Parks Varnell Learned How to Practice Law During her Time at AJMLS
August 30, 2016Alumna and 2012 graduate Janie Parks Varnell currently practices as a criminal defense attorney with the firm Davis & Hoss in Chattanooga, TN. Varnell represents individuals charged with crimes in state and federal court. Notably, Varnell was recently featured in an Editorial in the Hamilton County Herald. The article focused on Varnell’s belief that her… Read More
Alumnus Adam Malone Receives Honors
August 18, 2016Atlanta’s John Marshall alumnus and 2000 class valedictorian, Adam Malone, was recently made a fellow of the International Academy of Trial Lawyers. The International Academy of Trial Lawyers is a group of truly elite trial lawyers representing both sides of the Bar. The Academy limits fellowship to only 500 active trial lawyers under the age… Read More
AJMLS Alumna Named Co-Editor of Georgia YLD Newsletter
July 11, 2016Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School alumna and 2011 graduate, Heather Riggs, was recently named Co-Editor of The YLD Review. The YLD is the State Bar of Georgia Young Lawyers Division’s newsletter. Riggs is the owner of MindMeld Marketing in Atlanta. MindMeld Marketing concentrates on providing assistance to clients with website content, blogging and social media…. Read More
AJMLS Alumnus Successfully Argues in Front of Supreme Court of Georgia
July 7, 2016Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School alumnus and 2008 graduate, David Willingham, successfully argued a reversal in front of the Supreme Court of Georgia. The Georgia Supreme Court recently issued its opinion in Zilke v. Georgia on June 20, 2016. Willingham’s client, Bajrodin Zilke, was charged with two counts of driving under the influence and several… Read More
AJMLS Alumnus Sworn in as Superior Court Judge
June 10, 2016Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School alumnus and 2008 graduate, Dustin Hightower, was recently sworn in to serve as a superior court judge in the Coweta Judicial Circuit. Hightower’s current seat was made vacant when Judge A. Quillian Baldwin, Jr. retired from the court earlier this year. On May 26, 2016, Governor Nathan Deal administered Hightower’s… Read More
Alumnus Adam Malone Named Lawyer of the Year
March 1, 2016Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School alumnus and 2000 class valedictorian, Adam Malone, has been recognized by his peers and named Georgia’s 2016 Lawyer of the Year for Medical Malpractice Law – Plantiffs by Best Lawyers. Malone, a Partner at Malone Law Medical Malpractice and Severe Injury Lawyers, was also featured as a cover story, Rising… Read More
Congratulations to the December Graduates
December 23, 2015Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School congratulates its December 2015 graduates. Happy holidays! Jacques Alpacino Barker Chantiel Denise Bell Anthony W Berry Audra Braswell Bleecker Michael Allen Bodiford Shalena Mary Broadbelt Garrett Michael Emmons Carl Von Epps III Robert Mason Frisbie Corey Dwayne Givens Noor Elizabeth Janho Georgia Kasidakis Tom Katusabe Paul… Read More
Alumni Sworn Into U.S. Supreme Court
December 1, 2015On Monday, November 30, 2015, Dean Malcolm L. Morris sponsored eight AJMLS alumni and two guests to be sworn into the U.S. Supreme Court (Court). In order to be sworn into the Court, an attorney must have been sworn into the highest court in the state in which they are licensed for at least three… Read More
AJMLS Father Daughter Alumni Team Featured in Daily Report
September 28, 2015Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School Alumni, Michael Puglise (’93) and Brooke Puglise (’14) of Puglise Law Firm, are featured in today’s Daily Report. The article, Suit: UGA Cop Fired for Following ‘Amnesty Law’ for Overdose Calls, details their representation of Jay Park, the former University of Georgia police officer who filed suit in Fulton County… Read More
Two Alumni Selected for 2015-2016 GTLA LEAD Program Class
September 16, 2015The Georgia Trial Lawyers Association has announced that John Marshall Law School Alumni Thomas Lyman of the Mulholland Law Firm and Kyle Moore with the Lazenby Law Group have been selected for the 2015-2016 Leadership Education & Advanced Direction (LEAD) Program. Now entering its third year, the widely-acclaimed LEAD Program serves to train and equip… Read More
Alumnus David Lee Windecher Publishes Book, Credits Law School
May 15, 2015Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School Alumnus, David Lee Windecher (’12), has chronicled his extraordinary life journey of going from defendant to defense attorney in his soon to be released book* “AmerIcan Dream: HisStory in the Making”. He hopes to utilize his personal story to inspire others to overcome challenges and pursue their dreams. “John Marshall gave me… Read More
Family of Alumnus Judge G. Alan Blackburn Establish Memorial Scholarship
May 12, 2015As printed by AJC.com on May 11, 2015: Chief Judge Gerald Alan Blackburn, 76, of Marietta, died on May 9, 2015. He was born May 6, 1939 in East Bend, North Carolina. After serving four years on active duty in the United States Air Force, returned to Atlanta and entered John Marshall Law School and… Read More
Alumna Sherri Jefferson Awarded FDHA Healthcare Champions Chairman Award & 11Alive CSA
February 26, 2015Atlanta’s John Marshall Alumna, Sherri Jefferson (’95), was recently award the Fulton-Dekalb Hospital Authority (FDHA) Champions Chairman Award, as well as the 11Alive Community Service Award in 2014. On Sunday, December 7th, the Fulton DeKalb Hospital Authority hosted its healthcare champions’ awards ceremony at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis. It was the third year for the… Read More
Alumna Tiffany Jones Ellenberg Sworn in to the Governor’s Indigent Advisory Panel
January 30, 2015Tiffany Jones Ellenberg, ’98, was recently sworn in to the Governor’s Indigent Advisory Panel by Governor Nathan Deal. This special committee monitors the progress and funding for Georgia’s Public Defender Standards Council and works in conjunction with the Advisory Committee on Legislation, the Executive Committee and the Board of Governors to provide advice, expertise and advocacy on behalf of… Read More
LL.M. Alumna Christina Harris Schwinn Published in Northeastern University Law Journal
December 19, 2014LL.M. in Employment Law alumna Christina Harris Schwinn has been published in the Northeastern University Law Journal. The article was adopted from Schwinn’s LL.M. thesis. The article on overtime compensation authored by the Pavese Law Firm partner is titled, “Half-Time or Time and One-Half? Recent Developments Deprive Employees of their Rightful Overtime Compensation Under the Fair Labor Standards Act.”… Read More
Mass Swearing In Ceremony on November 5, 2014
November 19, 2014The Alumni Office held a mass swearing in ceremony for the July 2014 bar exam passers and other AJMLS alumni on November 5, 2014. The Alumni were sworn into the Supreme Court of Georgia and Fulton County Superior Court. They were honored to be sworn in by Justice Carol Hunstein of the Supreme Court and… Read More
AJMLS Alumnus and Professor Quoted in AJC on Immigration
October 2, 2014When it comes to the debate on U.S. immigration; neither U.S. Rep Doug Collins (Class of 2008) or Professor Joseph Rosen are strangers to the discussion. In an article recently published by the Atlanta Journal Constitution (AJC), both Collins and Rosen, along with several other law professors were given the opportunity to share their views… Read More
Almuna Tracee Benzo Receives ‘Top’ Honor from Atlanta Business League
September 25, 2014The law school is pleased to announce that alumna, Tracee Benzo was named one of Atlanta Business League’s Top 100 Women of Influence for 2014. For years the Atlanta Business League has recognized African-American female business owners, professionals, community and civic leaders in Metropolitan Atlanta. In 1994, the organization began publishing its list of influential African-American women in hopes of educating… Read More
Alumnus Sworn in as Circuit Court Judge for the Twelfth Judicial Circuit of Tennessee
September 2, 2014The law school is proud to announce that alumnus, Justin Angel, was elected and sworn in today as the Circuit Court Judge for the Twelfth Judicial Circuit of Tennessee making him first circuit court judge to be elected from Bledsoe County, which is the smallest county in the district. At age 33, Angel was one… Read More
Alumnus Desmond Humphrey Discusses DUI Charges and Second Chances with Atlanta Legal Experts
September 2, 2014Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School alumnus, Desmond Humphrey and a panel of other legal professionals were interviewed by Atlanta Legal Experts Radio this morning to discuss driving under the influence (DUI) and the implications of being found guilty of a DUI. The interview also included an interesting debate discussing if individuals should take field sobriety… Read More
AJMLS Alumna Discusses Personal Injury and Opening Her Own Firm in Radio Interview
August 20, 2014Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School alumna, Jennifer Gore-Cuthbert was recently interviewed on Atlanta Legal Experts Radio regarding personal injury law. Joined by Carol Allen, Amy Pierson, William Vincent, and Charlotte Merritt, Jennifer talked about making a name for herself fighting for her clients’ rights through her firm, The Gore Law Firm, LLC.; which specializes in… Read More
AJMLS Alumna, Tannyka Bent, Tells the Daily Report How She Stays Grounded
July 16, 2014Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School alumna, Tannyka Bent says her many activities keep her grounded in a recent interview with the Daily Report. Bent is an artist, who recently donated one of her paintings to be auctioned at the Georgia Lawyers for the Arts gala. She plays softball, kickball and flag football on local club… Read More
AJMLS Alumna Wins Unpaid Overtime Case, Featured in Daily Report
June 4, 2014Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School alumna, Amanda Farahany was featured in the Daily Report for the recent verdict handed down by an Atlanta judge who awarded more than $173,000 to Farahany and Severin Roberts who won a $6,097 verdict for their client in an unpaid overtime case. In an order awarding Atlanta law firm Barrett… Read More
AJMLS Alumnus Represents Plaintiff for Botched IV Test Injury
May 21, 2014Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School alumnus and Alumni Board member, Lawrence Schlachter, M.D., J.D., has garnered headline recognition in the Daily Report for a major trial win for a medical malpractice plaintiff. According to the Daily Report, a Fulton County jury awarded more than $4.4 million to a man claiming permanent injuries when a bit… Read More
Governor Nathan Deal Names AJMLS Alumna Solicitor General of Muscogee County
March 25, 2014Governor Nathan Deal recently named Suzanne Goddard, Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School alumna, the new Solicitor General of Muscogee County. The vacancy was created by the appointment of the Hon. Benjamin Richardson as State Court judge of Muscogee County. Goddard’s appointment is effective upon swearing-in. Goddard has worked in the Office of the Solicitor-General since… Read More
AJLMS Alumni Sworn into U.S. Supreme Court
December 23, 2013On Monday, December 2, 2013, 7 AJMLS alumni and one professor were sworn into the U.S. Supreme Court. The alumni that were sworn in include: Alex Brown, Christopher Grubbs, Lisa Skinner, Alicia Mullice, Cameil Reddick, Lisa Guerra, Mark Zukowski, and Professor Renata Turner. On December 1, 2013 an evening reception was held for the participants… Read More
AJMLS Alumna to Head Law Office in Lodz, Poland
December 17, 2013The Joseph H. Rosen Immigration Law Group, founded by Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School adjunct professor Joseph Rosen, recently opened an office in Lodz, Poland. The branch will be managed by recent John Marshall alumna and lawyer, Alina Sokol. Sokol graduated from the law school in May 2013 with an LL.M. in American Legal Studies…. Read More
Mass Swearing In Ceremony on November 13, 2013
November 16, 2013The Alumni Office held a mass swearing in ceremony for the July 2013 bar exam passers and other AJMLS alumni on November 13, 2013. The Alumni were sworn into the Court of Appeals, Supreme Court of Georgia, and Fulton County Superior Court and were honored to be sworn in by Justice Carol Hunstein of the… Read More
AJMLS Alumnus Burl Finkelstein Featured in Atlanta Business Chronicle
October 14, 2013Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School Alumnus, Burl Finkelstein (’05), was recently featured in the Atlanta Business Chronicle for his work outside the courtroom. Finkelstein is an engineer-turned-lawyer and is the Vice President and General Counsel at Kason Industries. Outside the office, he spends his time building model rockets and the engines and propellant systems powering… Read More