The Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) Development and Alumni Relations Office is pleased to offer scholarship opportunities each semester. Our donors give generously to AJMLS and the John Marshall Law School Foundation, Inc. to help students cover the cost of tuition, fees, books, and educational expenses. AJMLS offers merit-based, need-based, and service-based scholarships. Applications were carefully reviewed by the scholarship committee and we thank the committee for their time.
All inquiries related to the Development and Alumni Relations scholarships below should be directed to Wendy Aina, Chief Development Officer, at waina@johnmarshall.edu.
If you are a donor and would like to contribute to the scholarships, please visit our Giving pages or contact Wendy Aina directly.
Fry | Goehring Scholarship
Michael Cress, J.D. Candidate 2027
“I am deeply grateful and honored to be chosen as a recipient of the Fry | Goehring Scholarship. This generous investment in my education has not only eased my financial burden but has also reinforced my commitment to academic excellence, leadership, and service to the community. I am inspired by the values this scholarship represents and am fully committed to upholding those standards as I continue my legal education and work toward making a meaningful impact in the legal profession. Your belief in me has inspired me to work even harder towards achieving my goals. I can’t say thank you enough.”
Georgia Bar Success Award
Jadyn Gray-Hough, J.D. Candidate 2026
“Dr. Markovitz, I am extremely grateful for this scholarship! I am honestly in shock and overcome with gratitude, because the costs certainly add up. I am feeling so blessed that I am the Georgia Bar Success Scholarship Recipient, and I promise to give my all to my bar preparation this summer!”
Gorinshteyn & Watkins LLC Law Journal Fellowship
Madeline Townsend, J.D. Candidate 2026
“I am beyond grateful to be a recipient of the Gorinshteyn & Watkins LLC Law Journal Fellowship. This scholarship has lightened some financial burden and allowed me to focus on my coursework, bar prep endeavors, and has likewise inspired me to continue striving to give back to the community. My ultimate goal aside from my coursework, our Law Journal’s future publications, and helping coordinate the Law Journal’s annual Symposium, is to focus on bar prep and post graduate employment. This scholarship helps me focus on these goals and not whether I can afford bar prep or tuition fees in my final semester. I am honored to receive this generous scholarship, and I will strive to work diligently to uphold the values of professional and academic success. Thank you so much! I really appreciate it.”
John E. Ryan Scholarship
Aaron Ridenour, J.D. Candidate 2026
“I am beyond blessed to receive the John E. Ryan Endowed Scholarship for Spring 2026! This is truly a gift and it could not have come at a better time of financial need. I would like to thank Attorney Malone for this very generous scholarship! I will not let you down and promise to fight everyday for the people! I would also like to thank the wonderful school I get to attend, AJMLS, for everything it has taught me and the wonderful scholarships it has blessed me with. This is truly a great honor!”
Judge G. Alan Blackburn Scholarship
Ramsey Ayikwei, J.D. Candidate 2026
“I am grateful to be a recipient of the Judge G. Alan Blackburn Scholarship. This award will meaningfully support my academic journey and motivate me to continue striving for excellence in my legal education. I am honored by this recognition and will uphold the standards and integrity associated with this scholarship throughout my legal career.”
Judge G. Alan Blackburn Scholarship
Michael Cress, J.D. Candidate 2027
“I am deeply grateful to Dr. Markovitz and Judge G. Alan Blackburn’s family for selecting me as a recipient of this scholarship. This generous support has eased my financial burden and reinforced my commitment to serving individuals and families who often feel overwhelmed or overlooked by the legal system. Inspired by Judge Blackburn’s legacy of public service, I am dedicated to using my legal education to advocate for those in need and to continue giving back through service and pro bono work. I can’t say thank you enough.”
The McCloud Law Firm Scholarship
Deeandra Patterson, J.D. Candidate 2026
“Dear Attorney Pam McCloud and The McCloud Law Firm,
I am deeply honored and sincerely grateful to be selected as a recipient of the McCloud Law Firm Award. As a non-traditional law student and mother of two young children, this scholarship aligns perfectly with my current needs and circumstances as I prepare for the bar examination in my final year of law school.
Attorney McCloud’s journey as a non-traditional law student is incredibly inspiring, and it means so much to receive support from someone who understands the challenges and perseverance required to achieve this goal. I am truly thankful for this meaningful investment in my future, and I will carry this generosity with me as I move forward into the legal profession.”
The McCloud Law Firm Scholarship
Aaron Ridenour, J.D. Candidate 2026
“Thank you very much to the McCloud Law Firm for this wonderful honor! I am beyond blessed to receive this very generous scholarship. It means so much to me and I can’t wait to use my skills and hard work to fight for the people. I also want to thank AJMLS for preparing me to be the best lawyer I can be. This scholarship helps me focus on being the best lawyer I know I can be, so I can change the world one case at a time. Thank you very much!”
The McCloud Law Firm Scholarship
Yajaira Vanegas, J.D. Candidate 2026
“Thank you for your generosity and commitment to supporting students at Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School. I am truly honored and grateful to be selected as a recipient of the Spring 2026 McCloud Law Firm Award.
As a student preparing for the bar examination, this scholarship provides meaningful financial relief and allows me to focus more fully on my studies and bar preparation. This scholarship has already provided me with relief as I start prepping for Bar Prep. Knowing that this award was established by an alumna who understands the challenges of law school and the bar journey makes it especially meaningful. Your support is both encouraging and inspiring.”
Melissa Hamrick Scholarship
Estebania Cabrera, J.D. Candidate 2028
“Dear Attorney Henderson, receiving the Melissa Hamrick Memorial Scholarship is a profound honor, as her intelligence, wit, and adventurous spirit continue to inspire the AJMLS community. As a second-year, part-time day student in my 40s, it can sometimes be challenging to know where I fit within law school culture, yet I remain deeply committed to building meaningful relationships with my colleagues and faculty. This scholarship will help ease my financial burden and allow me to focus more fully on my studies and professional development. I am grateful for this support, which enables me to continue thriving academically while honoring Melissa Hamrick’s enduring legacy.”
New Georgia Scholarship
Yusuf Elmarakby, J.D. Candidate 2028
“I am honored to be selected as a recipient of the New Georgia Scholarship. This support affirms my interest in public policy, legislative advocacy, and the role of law in shaping equitable and effective governance. The scholarship allows me to focus more fully on developing the analytical, research, and advocacy skills necessary to engage with complex legal and policy issues. I am grateful for this investment in my education and motivated to contribute meaningfully to the communities and institutions the New Georgia Scholarship seeks to strengthen. Thank you for your generosity and confidence in my potential.”
New Georgia Scholarship
Melissa Harris, J.D. Candidate 2027
“Thank you for selecting me as a recipient of this scholarship. I am truly honored and deeply grateful for your generosity and belief in my academic and professional goals.
This scholarship provides meaningful support as I continue my legal education, and it alleviates financial burdens that allow me to focus more fully on my studies and professional development. Knowing that others are invested in my success is both motivating and affirming. I am committed to making the most of this opportunity and to using my education to positively impact my community and the legal profession. Thank you again for your generosity and for the confidence you have placed in me.”
New Georgia Scholarship
Brian Jaramillo, J.D. Candidate 2026
“I am honored to receive the Spring 2026 New Georgia Scholarship. Your support allows me to continue my legal education and pursue my commitment to fairness, advocacy, and empowering communities.
Thank you for investing in students like me and for making a meaningful difference in both our lives and the communities we hope to serve.”
New Georgia Scholarship
Amina Mashhour, J.D. Candidate 2028
“Thank you so much for this scholarship and I am so grateful of the support towards pursuing my purpose and passion of restorative justice. I am deeply appreciative.”
New Georgia Scholarship
Jalaya Pressley, J.D. Candidate 2027
“I am deeply grateful and honored to have been selected as a recipient of the New Georgia Scholarship. Thank you for your confidence in me and for investing in my legal education.
This support alleviates the financial burden of law school, allowing me to remain focused on my academic development, leadership, and service to the community. As a student committed to using the law as a tool for advocacy and systemic change, this scholarship affirms my dedication to pursuing excellence while giving back to the communities that have shaped me.
I am truly appreciative of your generosity and the opportunity this scholarship provides. I look forward to carrying forward the values of the New Georgia Scholarship through my studies and future legal career.”
Walker Law & Associates LLC Scholarship
Aaron Ridenour, J.D. Candidate 2026
“This is such a blessing! Thank you so much to Walker Law & Associates for this very generous scholarship. It comes as such a perfect time and I am excited to graduate after this semester, pass the bar, and be a lawyer that fights the hardest for the people. I will not let you down! Thank you so much!”
Walker Law & Associates LLC Scholarship
Yajaira Vanegas, J.D. Candidate 2026
“I am honored and sincerely grateful to be selected as a recipient of the Walker Law & Associates LLC Scholarship for Spring 2026. Thank you for your generosity and for investing in my legal education and future.
Because of your generosity, I am able to focus more fully on my studies, engage more deeply in my coursework, and pursue opportunities that strengthen my growth as a future legal professional.
Beyond the financial assistance, this scholarship represents encouragement and belief in my potential. Knowing that accomplished legal professionals value education and are willing to support students like me is both inspiring and motivating.”