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JHLS Spring Twilight Affair

The Joseph Henry Lumpkin Society Spring Twilight Affair Steve Gilliam (J.D.’74) entertains shuttle riders with a was graciously hosted by John (J.D.’72) and Sandra Glover. joke on their way back to their cars after a wonderful Here, (l. to r.) John and his wife, Sandra, pose for a photo evening at the Glover home. with Cleveland Chair and Meigs Professor Ron Ellington and his wife, Jeannie. Members of the Joseph Henry Lumpkin Society donate $1,000 or more to the law school annually.

Portraits presented to Georgia Law Alumni Advocacy Series Friends and alumni often commission portraits of alumni who Georgia Law is always have distinguished themselves in public service. This spring, grateful when alumni return former Georgia Gov. Roy E. Barnes (J.D.’72) and former state to share their expertise with Attorney General Michael J. Bowers (J.D.’74) were honored in students. This spring, as part of the well-received this manner. Alumni Advocacy Series The unveiling ceremony organized by Callaway of Barnes’ portrait took Chair Emeritus Ron Carlson place in the home of Keith (left), Rick Deane (J.D.’77) (J.D.’85) and Twinker and Kay Deming (J.D.’78) Mason. Here are Roy and returned to Athens to discuss Marie Barnes (left) and “How to Cross-Examine Twinker and Keith Mason Opposing Experts.” with the newly completed work of art.

Also, Michael Terry (J.D.’87) and Susan Boleyn (J.D.’76) told students the “ins and outs” of how to brief and argue appeals. Dean Emeritus Ralph Beaird (left), who spoke at the unveiling ceremony for Bowers’ painting, Bette Rose Bowers (left, center), Dean Rebecca White and Mike Bowers sur- round the portrait that now graces the third floor hallway of Georgia Law.

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Georgia Law Alumnae Reception Earlier this year, a gathering was held to help recognize the accomplishments of female graduates of Georgia Law. Pictured with Eleanor Banister Jordan presented with honorary (J.D.’80) (right) is Susan Lanigan (J.D.’88), Doctor of Laws executive vice president and general counsel for Dollar General, who served as the guest speaker. “We are the ones who set the stage for future women lawyers,” Lanigan said, citing the increas- ing numbers of women entering professional pro- grams, including law school. “We are smart and capable of accomplishing great things. We should not let our success get in the way of accomplish- ing those things.” This event was hosted by Susan Jump Wilson (J.D.’89) at the Atlanta office of Alston & Bird.

Midyear State Bar of Georgia Alumni Events At the UGA undergraduate commencement ceremony, Vernon Jordan was awarded an honorary Doctor of It is always good to catch up with Laws, which after an earned doctorate is the highest old friends and fellow alumni at recognition UGA can bestow. At the ceremony, the the State Bar of Georgia Midyear well-respected lawyer and civil rights advocate gratefully Meeting alumni events. At the accepted the honor as “a tribute to the fortitude and breakfast are Robert Benham perseverance of all those whose sacrifices and triumphs (J.D.’70) and Sherry Jackson nearly half a century ago compelled this nation and (J.D.’87). The new slate of Law this state and this university to honestly face their past, School Association Council officers present and future so that this nation, this state and this for 2007-08 was announced at university could have a chance to forge a future full of the morning gathering.The incom- accomplishment and hope and service to a widening ing officers include Steve Gilliam democracy.” Photo by UGA Public Affairs’ Peter Frey. (J.D.’74) as president, Henry Tharpe (J.D.’74) as president- elect, Eleanor Banister (J.D.’80) as immediate past-president, Greg Sowell (J.D.’83) as treasurer and David Bell (J.D.’77) as secretary.

2008 Alumni Reunions During calendar year 2008, classes graduating from Georgia Law in a year ending in a three or an eight will celebrate an anniversary year reunion. Reunion parties may be scheduled by contacting the Office of Alumni Programs at (706) 542-5190 or [email protected]. Anyone interested in serving on a reunion party planning committee for their class is welcome. Typically, the earlier a class begins planning their reunion, the better the attendance is from their classmates. At the reception, held at the firm Ellis, Painter, Ratterree & Adams are (l. to r.) Clay Ratterree (J.D.’77), Avant Join the fun and Edenfield (J.D.’58) and Harvey Weitz (LL.B.’66). reconnect with your fellow alumni!

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Georgia Law Development Report

ne of the best aspects of development work is the chance to Omeet new people each and every day – a law student studying in the lounge; a new member of the faculty settling into his or her office; an alum working in his or her office in Valdosta, Macon or Atlanta; a supporter coming back to attend Awards Day. During these conversations and exchanges, each member of the development staff has a chance to better understand the impact of this law school on a very personal level. We learn how Georgia Law has shaped people’s lives, and we, in turn, talk about the way you, alumni and friends, can further enhance the lives of others through your continued financial support of the law school. We invite you to read about those we have met with during recent months who have decided to invest in the law school’s future. Please join us in thanking them for their generosity and vision of academic excellence. Angie Fitts Marshall made a $1 million commitment to honor her In December, at a luncheon announcing the establishment of the Alexander W. Smith late husband, Justice Thomas O. Marshall Jr. (LL.B.’48). This gift Professorship are: (l. to r.) Frank Malone, representing the John and Mary Franklin will create the Thomas O. Marshall Jr. Chair in Constitutional Law. Foundation; Dean Rebecca White; Alex Smith (LL.B.’48) and Steve Forte, representing In conversations with Mrs. Marshall and members of her family, it Smith, Gambrell & Russell. The Franklin Foundation and Smith, Gambrell & Russell joined forces to honor Smith with a professorship at Georgia Law for his contributions to was clear that building an endowment to support a faculty chair was the legal profession. the best way to honor the memory of Justice Marshall and his com- mitment to excellence in the legal profession. A major gift was directed to the law school by Bruce Kirbo mostly it supports students. More than 65 percent of the Law School (J.D.’51) and members of the Thomas and Irene Kirbo Trust Board Fund is spent on student needs. for $125,000 (with an additional pledge of $75,000). This gift and We are delighted to have so many of our alumni serving as class pledge brings the Kirbo Trust’s total campaign gift to $1 million. and reunion agents this year – in their volunteer role of telling their Bruce and the board have strategically supported the Kirbo Trust story about the law school and encouraging others to give back to Endowed Faculty Enhancement Fund, which provides funding for their legal alma mater. endeavors that promote legal research and scholarly dialogue. Our current fund-raising campaign, Archway to Excellence, will We are pleased to acknowledge a commitment by John T. Glover provide a solid financial foundation for the law school’s future. (J.D.’72) and his son, John T. Glover Jr. (J.D.’92), through the With only one year remaining, we have reached our $17 million Glover Family Foundation, to endow the newly established C. goal, and we are well positioned for the successful conclusion of this Ronald Ellington Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching. This important effort. award recognizes Professor Ellington’s dedication and commitment Along with the generous gifts we have mentioned above, it is to excellence in the classroom and will be awarded annually to the important to remember that each and every gift plays a role in faculty member selected by the Student Bar Association for outstand- Georgia Law’s success. ing teaching. The Office of Development would like to continue to meet with We also want to thank John (J.D.’72) and Sandra Glover for host- alumni and friends of the Georgia Law community and explore why ing our Joseph Henry Lumpkin Society Spring Twilight Affair (for the law school should be a philanthropic priority. We look forward annual donors of $1,000 or more) this past April. to seeing you soon. Serving on the law school’s Board of Visitors has brought Kathelen - Director of Development Anne S. Moser Amos (J.D.’82) in close contact with the school in recent months. Kathelen, along with her husband, Dan, have chosen to make a $100,000 unrestricted gift in honor of Dean Rebecca White’s vision for Georgia Law. In addition to these major gifts, the law school continues to seek support for the law school’s annual fund. The Law School Fund is the backbone of financial support for the school’s yearly operational budget. Alumni contributions support a wide range of areas, but

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Class Notes items listed were received between 1975 - 1979 8th Annual American Values Dinner. Janet E. November 2, 2006, and April 2, 2007. Donald R. Andersen (1976) of Stone Hill (1982) of Arnoldsville, GA, was listed in Information received after April 2 will appear in Mountain, GA, was named a member of Stites Atlanta Magazine’s Super the next Advocate. & Harbison. Carol V. Clark (1976) of Atlanta, Lawyers issue. Robert GA, was inducted into the Atlanta Trial Lawyers J. Middleton (1982) of Albany, GA, joined the 1960s Society. Janice A. Mays (1976) of Arlington, VA, was named staff director of the House Ways Albany office of Hall, Gary B. Blasingame (1961) of Athens, GA, and Means Committee. David B. Bell (1977) Booth, Smith & Slover as was featured in Corporate Counsel magazine. of Augusta, GA, was selected to receive the part of the firm’s utilities Fred S. Clark (1961) of Savannah, GA, won Justice Robert Benham Award for Community and regulatory practice his case Northern Insurance Company of New Service from the State Bar of Georgia and the group. York vs. Chatham County in the U.S. Supreme Chief Justice’s Commission on Professionalism. Anne E. Barnes (1983) Court. Earl T. Leonard Jr. (1961) of Atlanta, James E. Butler Jr. (1977) of Fortson, GA, was of Decatur, GA, was GA, joined the faculty of the UGA Terry College recognized by the UGA Institute of Ecology elected chief judge of of Business as executive in residence. J. Vincent at a March program for his $1 million gift the Court of Appeals Cook Jr. (1964) of Athens, GA, was named to that established three Butler Fellowships in of Georgia. Laurie A. Georgia Trend’s Georgia’s Legal Elite list. Warren Ecology. Richard H. Deane Jr. (1977) of Stone Fowler (1983) of Athens, S. Shulman (1966) of Atlanta, GA, had his Mountain, GA, was inducted into the Gate GA, received UGA’s first novel The Lushan Addiction published by City Bar Association’s Hall of Fame. Andrew Walter Barnard Hill AuthorHouse. Richard W. Stephens (1969) J. Hill III (1977) of Athens, GA, was inducted Award for Distinguished of Atlanta, GA, was listed in “Georgia Super as an American College of Trial Lawyers fellow. Achievement in University Public Service and Lawyers 2007.” William B. Sylvester (1977) of Elizabeth, CO, Outreach. Jan D. Mallory (1983) of Brunswick, GA, joined Gilbert, Harrell, Sumerford & 1970 - 1974 was appointed chief judge in Colorado’s 18th Judicial District. Benjamin Allen (1978) of Martin as of counsel as a result of a merger. Edmund A. Booth Jr. (1970) of Augusta, Augusta, GA, became a part-time juvenile court Edward H. Lindsey Jr. (1984) of Atlanta, GA, GA, was appointed acting U.S. Attorney for judge for the Augusta Judicial Circuit. Luis A. was a featured speaker at the Federalist Society’s the Southern District of Georgia. William H. Aguilar (1979) of Atlanta, GA, was selected luncheon in January 2007. John E. Taylor Lawson (1971) of Atlanta, GA, established to receive the Justice Robert Benham Award (1984) of Marietta, GA, was elected to member- the firm Lawson & Moseley. Roy E. Barnes for Community Service from the State Bar of ship in the Real Estate Group of Atlanta. (1972) of Mableton, GA, announced his Georgia and the Chief Justice’s Commission firm’s development of a consumer Web site, on Professionalism. Kevin P. Conboy (1979) MyConsumerRights.com. Arthur E. Mallory III 1985 - 1989 of Atlanta, GA, was appointed to the board (1972) of Reno, NV, was named to the Western M. Ellen McElyea (1985) of Canton, GA, was of trustees of Southern Catholic College. J. Nevada Community College’s Foundation appointed superior court judge of the Blue Ridge Michael McGarity (1979) of Dahlonega, GA, Board of Trustees. Brooks S. Franklin (1973) of Judicial Circuit by Gov. Sonny Perdue. Deborah established The McGarity Group, a general busi- Atlanta, GA, was elected president of the board A. Ausburn (1986) of Woodstock, GA, relo- ness firm. of directors of the Georgia Innocence Project. cated her practice from Atlanta, GA, and has J. David Roper (1973) of Martinez, GA, was joined Flint & Connolly. elected superior court judge for the Augusta 1980 - 1984 G. Wayne Hillis Jr. Judicial Circuit. Charles C. Smith Jr. (1973) Therese G. Franzen (1980) of Duluth, GA, (1986) of Dunwoody, of St. Marys, GA, announced the merger of was selected to receive the Justice Robert GA, was named assistant Smith & Floyd with Gilbert, Harrell, Sumerford Benham Award for Community Service from managing partner of & Martin. Rees M. Sumerford (1973) of St. the State Bar of Georgia and the Chief Justice’s Parker, Hudson, Rainer Simons Island, GA, announced the merger of Commission on Professionalism. Jere W. & Dobbs. Jennifer B. Smith & Floyd with Gilbert, Harrell, Sumerford Morehead (1980) of Athens, GA, was named Moore (1986) of Atlanta, & Martin. Kenneth G. Vinson (1973) of permanently to the position of UGA vice presi- GA, was made a share- Dallas, GA, was appointed superior court judge dent of instruction. Donald F. Samuel (1980) holder of Greenberg Traurig. Kyle D. Pruitt for Paulding County by Gov. Sonny Perdue. of Atlanta, GA, was named to Georgia Trend’s (1986) of Greer, SC, was promoted to senior vice Michael J. Bowers (1974) of Commerce, GA, Georgia’s Legal Elite list. C. Glenn Dunaway president at Carolina First Bank. Julianna C. was featured in the Fulton County Daily Report (1981) of Atlanta, GA, joined Powell Goldstein Theall (1986) of Greensboro, NC, was named for the unveiling of his portrait that was commis- as a partner. William C. Ingram Jr. (1981) as one of the Top 50 Women in the “North sioned by Georgia Law alumni and friends and of Greensboro, NC, appeared before the U.S. Carolina Super Lawyers” list and in the “2007 hangs at the law school. James L. Gale (1974) Supreme Court as “second chair” in the case of Chambers USA” America’s Leading Business of Raleigh, NC, was listed in “North Carolina Rita v. United States. James H. Moore III (1981) Lawyers list. Elizabeth B. Chandler (1988) of Super Lawyers.” James C. Gatewood (1974) of of Albany, GA, was named to the board of direc- Atlanta, GA, was selected and confirmed as city Americus, GA, was appointed to the State Ethics tors of HeritageBank of the South. Lawton E. attorney of Atlanta. Anne P. Dupre (1988) of Commission by Gov. Sonny Perdue. James M. Stephens (1981) of Athens, GA, received the Athens, GA, was selected to serve as senior fel- Poe (1974) of Atlanta, GA, joined Warshauer, Billy Hudson Distinguished Citizen Award at low at UGA’s Institute of Higher Education. Poe & Thornton as a name partner. the Northeast Georgia Boy Scout Council’s O. Byron Meredith III (1988) of Atlanta, GA,

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became a chapter 13 trustee of the Southern Elizabeth Brannen Chandler: District of Georgia, Savannah Division. Managing municipal law 1990 - 1994 After working in the private sector and for a public compa- Michael F. Peck (1990) of London, England, ny, Elizabeth “Beth” Brannen Chandler (J.D.’88) has settled was assigned to Total Systems’ London office for into municipal law in her new position as city attorney for two years. David L. Smith (1990) of Newnan, the City of Atlanta. Always interested in the corporate side GA, was elected a partner of Constangy, Brooks of the law and the problem solving aspect, Chandler found & Smith. Santhia L. Curtis (1991) of Smyrna, herself in a variety of legal capacities before making her way GA, was selected to be deputy general counsel to her current job. and ethics officer for Atlanta Public Schools. J. Danny Love (1991) of Winterville, GA, estab- Following a 12-year career at Troutman Sanders, she worked for Mirant Corporation lished his own law firm. Harold D. Melton for six years, where she was assistant general counsel and corporate secretary, and (1991) of Atlanta, GA, was selected for honor- was responsible for governance, compliance and ethics within the organization. ary initiation into the Stephens Chapter of the While she was not involved in the initial development of the compliance and ethics Phi Alpha Delta law fraternity at Georgia Law. program after Mirant spun off from Southern Company in early 2001, she was con- David W. Orlowski (1991) of Albany, GA, was stantly busy updating the program after the organization fell into bankruptcy. She also named a partner of Langley & Lee. Dan M. advised the Mirant board on governance and securities matters. Sterling (1991) of Portland, OR, has become the principal of Bryant Elementary. Christopher In fact, Chandler’s work at Mirant serves as a model for other organizations in crisis. T. Adams (1992) of Dacula, GA, was named “We sort of lived in crisis for several years – experiencing everything from SEC and a 2006 Super Lawyer by Atlanta Magazine. Department of Justice investigations to credit downgrades, governance reforms, bank- Gerald “Jerre” R. Boss (1992) of Dunwoody, ruptcy and ultimately management and board changes. We didn’t know how to oper- GA, joined the firm Jones Day as a partner. ate in a normal mode,” Chandler said. Thomas C. Rawlings (1992) of Sandersville, However, all of this hard work helped prepare her for her newest challenge as city GA, was appointed to the Board of Juvenile attorney. She is working on getting up to speed on all of the issues currently facing Justice by Gov. Sonny Perdue. Michael L. the City of Atlanta. According to Chandler, it is a timely process because instead of Edwards (1993) of Savannah, GA, was selected simply being updated as developments occur, she must receive all of the background to receive the Justice Robert Benham Award information as well. for Community Service from the State Bar of Georgia and the Chief Justice’s Commission on One immediate goal she has for the Department of Law is to dispel any misconcep- Professionalism. Richard tions that Atlanta residents may have about her office. “I think there’s a lack of under- D. Faulkner Jr. (1993) standing about the breadth of services we provide to the city,” Chandler said. “I think of Signal Mountain, TN, mostly people aren’t sure of the role, when it really is similar to an in-house legal func- was listed in the Business tion of a very large company – constantly in the public eye.” Tennessee magazine’s 150 Chandler reports to both Mayor Shirley Franklin and the Atlanta City Council. With the Best Lawyers issue. M. expanse of issues the city covers, she focuses on choosing specific projects to get more Elizabeth Sanders (1993) deeply involved in. of Atlanta, GA, has become a senior minister As city attorney, she is responsible for managing litigation against the city, advising all of College Park First United Methodist Church. city departments and managing the Department of Law. “I inherited a terrific staff, Ashley B. Watson (1993) of Atlanta, GA, delegating and allowing them to handle matters so that I’m not over committing became vice president and general counsel of myself is the goal,” she said. Attenex Corporation. Jennifer Greene Ammons Looking forward to her position for the remainder of Franklin’s term, Chandler cites (1994) of Covington, GA, announced with her the numerous exciting projects that Franklin has in mind for Atlanta as one of the husband Charles the birth of Sara Kate on Dec. reasons that drew her to the position. Franklin has been successful in partnering the 9, 2006. Russell S. Bonds (1994) of Marietta, business community with public and private organizations to help Atlanta grow and GA, had his book Stealing the General: The Great thrive. Locomotive Chase and the First Medal of Honor published in the fall of 2006. T. Gatewood “Her commitment to open and honest government, given my background in compli- Sampson II (1994) of Atlanta, GA, was elected ance and ethics, attracted me to the position,” Chandler said. president-elect of the Gate City Bar Association. While she is enjoying her new post at the helm of one of the South’s largest cities, she Erin S. Stone (1994) of Atlanta, GA, became a still gets time away amidst her hectic schedule to spend time with her two sons. “I still state-certified civil litigation mediator. watch a lot of Little League Baseball and Georgia football.” 1995 - 1999 - Nikki Girard Stuart G. Baker (1995) of Arlington, VA, became a policy director for the Homeland

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Security Council with the Department of 2006. Tilman E. Self III (1997) of Macon, Justin D. LeBlanc Homeland Security. Anthony S. Carter (1995) GA, was elected superior court judge for Bibb (1999) of Portland, ME, of Covington, GA, was appointed circuit public County, becoming the third successive genera- became a shareholder of defender for the Alcovy Judicial Circuit. H. tion in his family to hold a judgeship. Tommy LeBlanc & Young. John Elizabeth Dallas Gobeil J. Smith (1997) of Collins, GA, was appointed H. Longwell (1999) (1995) of Atlanta, GA, state court judge in Toombs County by Gov. of Washington, D.C., was elected a partner Sonny Perdue. James A. Tabb (1997) of San joined infoUSA as general of Thompson Hine. Diego, CA, was made a partner of McKenna counsel. Colin A. McRae Bonnie Keith Green Long & Aldridge. Eiichiro Takahata (1999) of Savannah, GA, (1995) of Charlotte, NC, (LL.M. 1997) of Tokyo, Japan, became an became a partner of Hunter Maclean. Sherry announced her mar- associate professor at the Nihon University V. Neal (1999) and Daniel S. Wright (1999) riage to Fulton DeWitt College of Law. He contributed an article about announced the formation of Neal & Wright. Green on Oct. 21, 2006. the Japanese Constitution to The Encyclopedia of They also announced the birth of Latha Lois Rebecca Bell Jenkins World Constitutions as well as gave an academic on May 4, 2006. Scott A. Randolph (1999) of (1995) of Knoxville, speech on “Religious Accommodation in Japan” Orlando, FL, was elected state representative in TN, announced with her at the International Academy for Freedom of Florida’s District 36 over a two-term incumbent husband Jerald the birth Religion and Belief at Brigham Young University. in a landslide victory. Sean J. Reynolds (1999) of Rebecca Caroline on Brandy A. Bayer (1998) of Peyton, CO, joined of Roswell, GA, was elected a partner of Morris, Aug. 31, 2006. Andrew LexisNexis as a legal editor. James L. Hollis Manning & Martin. John C. Rogers (1999) H. Walcoff (1995) of (1998) of Atlanta, GA, was elected a partner of Atlanta, GA, became a member of Carlock, Atlanta, GA, announced of Balch & Bingham. J. Matthew Martin Copeland, Semler & Stair. Scott A. Witzigreuter his marriage to Leslie (1998) of Chattanooga, TN, joined Husch & (1999) of Atlanta, GA, was elected a partner of Sharon on June 11, 2006. Jean-Paul Boulee Eppenbeger. Leigh M. May (1998) of Decatur, Weinberg, Wheeler, Hudgins, Gunn & Dial. (1996) of Atlanta, GA, was elected a partner GA, became a partner of Butler, Wooten & of Jones Day. Kimberly C. Gaddis (1996) of Fryhofer. Carla W. McMillian (1998) of Tyrone, 2000 - 2004 Marietta, GA, became a member of the man- GA, was elected a partner of King & Spalding. Christopher J. Hoofnagle (2000) of San agement committee at Weissman, Nowack, Stephen B. Moseley (1998) of Rome, GA, Francisco, CA, joined the Samuelson Law, Curry & Wilco. Ellen D. Williams (1996) of was appointed chairman of the Heart of the Technology and Public Policy Clinic as a senior Atlanta, GA, was appointed to the advisory Community Foundation Board of Governors staff attorney as well council for the Office of Women’s Health by for 2006-07. Molly K. O’Steen (1998) of as the Berkeley Center Gov. Sonny Perdue. Cannon C. Alsobrook Athens, GA, was promoted to a shareholder of for Law & Technology (1997) of Alpharetta, GA, became a partner of Blasingame, Burch, Garrard & Ashley. Josh B. as senior fellow at the Savell & Williams. Lee Ann S. Anand (1997) Wages (1998) of Athens, GA, was promoted University of California of Atlanta, GA, was elected an equity partner to a shareholder of Blasingame, Burch, Garrard -Berkeley law school. of Nelson, Mullins, Riley & Scarborough. She & Ashley. Jason R. Wolfersberger (1998) of R. Lawton Jordan III announced with her husband Justin the birth Atlanta, GA, was elected a partner of Nelson, (2000) of Smyrna, GA, of Jackson Sparks on Mullins, Riley & Scarborough. Charles L. Clay joined Davis, Matthews Oct. 4, 2006. William Jr. (1999) of Atlanta, GA, was elected a partner & Quigley. Rebecca Brad Carver (1997) of of Weinberg, Wheeler, Hudgins, Gunn & Dial. Hester Miller (2000) Atlanta, GA, became of Jeffrey P. Cowan (1999) of Falls Church, VA, of Winston Salem, NC, counsel with the Atlanta announced the birth of Giselle Allie on Feb. 2, announced with her office of Hall, Booth, 2006. Anna W. Davis (1999) of Atlanta, GA, husband Coy and son Smith & Slover and was joined the DeKalb County District Attorney’s Laughton the birth of promoted to the rank of Office as an assistant district attorney in the Campbell Caroline on major in the U.S. Army Crimes Against Children Unit. Jennifer Parker Dec. 6, 2006. Katherine Reserve. He announced his marriage to Michelle Guyer (1999) of Savannah, GA, announced Ingram McMurtry Chamberlain on May 5, 2000. Thomas G. her marriage to Charles Lee Guyer on Sept. 15, (2000) of Albany, GA, announced her marriage Douglass Jr. (1997) of Atlanta, GA, was 2006. Scott E. Hitch (1999) of Roswell, GA, to Derek S. McMurtry on March 24, 2007. promoted to counsel at Sutherland, Asbill was elected a partner of Balch & Bingham and Brian C. Meadows (2000) of Powder Springs, & Brennan. Ashley H. Graham (1997) of was elected to the Georgia Environmental Policy GA, was promoted to an officer of Needle & New York, NY, announced her marriage to Institute’s board of directors. Justin R. Howard Rosenberg. Patrick N. Millsaps (2000) of Frederick Bolles Graham III on Sept. 30, 2006. (1999) of Atlanta, GA, was elected a partner Camilla, GA, was appointed to the Board of A. Michael Lee (1997) of Decatur, GA, was of Alston & Bird. Keith A. Jernigan (1999) of Commissioners of the Georgia Student Finance elected a partner of Jones Day. Mona P. Maerz Atlanta, GA, associated with Coleman, Talley, Commission by Gov. Sonny Perdue. Jeffery O. (1997) of Atlanta, GA, joined Duane Morris Newbern, Kurrie, Preston & Holland. Elizabeth Monroe (2000) of Macon, GA, joined Jones, as special counsel. Devin R. Maxwell (1997) McClure Kelley (1999) of Arlington, VA, joined Cork & Miller and was named in Georgia of Okeechobee, FL, announced with his wife Alston & Bird to help develop the firm’s global Trend’s “40 Under 40” 2006 list. Shyam K. Elizabeth the birth of Lillian Grace on Aug. 9, sourcing practice. Reddy (2000) of Atlanta, GA, was selected to

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receive a 2007 Marshall Memorial Fellowship. J. Chris J. Hoofnagle: Patrick Michael Sneed (2000) of Atlanta, GA, Exposing privacy law became a partner of Davis, Pickren & Seydel. Andrew W. Stone (2000) of Atlanta, GA, For the seemingly open Chris J. Hoofnagle (J.D.’00), privacy announced his marriage to Jodi L. Philipson on is a huge issue. It is at the heart of what he teaches his law May 12, 2006. Michael students at the University of California-Berkeley School of L. Sullivan (2000) and Law’s Samuelson Law, Technology & Public Policy Clinic. Rebecca N. Sullivan (2000) of Lilburn, GA, This consumer privacy law guru imparts his own brand announced with their of legal expertise in his clinical classes with projects rang- daughter Gracie the birth ing from privacy to free speech to civil liberties where they of Nash Caldwell on Jan. accept “real world” projects based on students’ interest and for the potential to influ- 19, 2007. Additionally, ence public policy. Michael was appointed to His favorite aspect of the job is his interaction with students because, according to the Board of Technical and Adult Education by Hoofnagle, they are remarkably committed and “own” the projects. The harder part Gov. Sonny Perdue. Nicole Day Waller (2000) comes as he continually works on developing a positive strategy for addressing the of Atlanta, GA, joined Cumulus Media as cor- tough issues surrounding privacy law. porate counsel. Additionally, she announced her marriage to Cory Waller on Feb. 11, 2006. J. “It is difficult to develop an agenda designed to shape the law to reduce the collection Clay Cheshire (2001) of Atlanta, GA, associated of personal information, to give individuals more dignity and to prevent the creation with Hall, Booth, Smith & Slover. Steven D. of a scarlet letter society,” Hoofnagle commented. Henry (2001) of Atlanta, GA, joined the Atlanta Hoofnagle also enjoys the collaborative atmosphere at his current university. His stu- office of Smith Moore. Anita C. Johnson (2001) dents have the opportunity to work closely with their peers from other departments of Jonesboro, GA, was promoted to senior like information science, engineering, psychology and computer science to comple- attorney at Sanchez Hayes & Associates. Lynda ment their legal focus. According to Hoofnagle, the multidisciplinary approach pro- W. Kenney (2001) of Smyrna, GA, associated vides the students with a richer perspective on how to address policy matters. with Hall, Booth, Smith & Slover. Michael P. Kohler (2001) of Marietta, GA, associated Since his experience as an undergraduate volunteering in Georgia Law’s Legal Aid and with Miller & Martin. Alexander S. Lurey Defender Clinic, Hoofnagle has always been interested in privacy law. “Privacy is a nec- (2001) of Atlanta, GA, joined Kitchens New. essary condition for living an autonomous life, one reasonably free from social control S. Mark Mitchell (2001) of Newnan, GA, was by the government and, increasingly, by the intrusion of commercial interests,” he said. named a partner of McKee & Mitchell. Joshua He is currently working on a proposal he claims would dramatically reduce the threat M. Moore (2001) of Norcross, GA, associated of identity theft. The proposal would require banks to publicly report incidences of with the Atlanta office of Balch & Bingham. identity theft resulting in more informed consumers who can then select their banking James W. Stevens II (2001) of Mableton, GA, institution based on the relative risk of identity theft. was selected as a 2006 Georgia Rising Star by Law & Politics and Atlanta Magazine. Paul H. “With enough information, we could actually have competition to reduce the severity Threlkeld (2001) of Vidalia, GA, was appointed and prevalence of identity theft,” Hoofnagle said. solicitor-general for Toombs County by Gov. However, Hoofnagle also does not think the public should be scared of invasions of Sonny Perdue. Charles P. Aaron (2002) of privacy. He agrees that in many ways, we have more privacy today than a century ago Sylvania, GA, announced his marriage to Tracie and that threats to personal autonomy come from both the government and the pri- Leigh Fulghum on Aug. 26, 2006. David W. vate sector. “Under current conceptions of the Fourth Amendment, revealing informa- Adams (2002) of Atlanta, GA, was chosen as tion to a business is just as risky as revealing it to the government,” he said. one of 40 young lawyers statewide to participate in the Leadership Academy, which was developed Updating privacy law is another issue Hoofnagle hopes to tackle in the future. He sees by the State Bar of Georgia’s Young Lawyers the need to re-conceptualize privacy law to bring it into modern times. Division. Katherine L. Harris (2002) of “I would bring more rationality to it by helping courts understand that in a database Bogart, GA, joined the Atlanta office of Holland society, one cannot equate secrecy with privacy, because nothing is truly secret any- & Knight. Rishi R. Hingoraney (2002) of more. Even the most sensitive facts about an individual are stored somewhere in a Washington, D.C., joined the Association of medical or educational database.” Public Television Stations as a lobbyist. Jennifer Sekerka Morante In his free time, Hoofnagle writes a blog that addresses “denialism,” rhetorical tech- (2002) of Northville, MI, niques used by libertarian groups to derail social justice efforts. He hopes these and associated with Jeffery D. Meek & Associates. Tiffany S. Rowe other efforts will lead him to a new professional destination, possibly in Manhattan. (2002) of Ellenwood, GA, Patrick R. Vincent “I need to find a job that allows me to go to Zabar’s (a gourmet food shop) every established her own firm. morning.” (2002) of Riverview, FL, joined Asset Acceptance as a staff attorney. Josh B. Belinfante (2003) - Nikki Girard of Atlanta, GA, was appointed deputy execu-

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tive counsel to Gov. Sonny Perdue. Leslie K. Eason (2003) of Stockton, AL, associated with Steve C. Jones: Greenberg Traurig. Charles E. Harris IV (2003) Advocating for a better tomorrow of Mableton, GA, associated with Swift, Currie, McGhee & Hiers. Megan E. Jones (2003) Steve C. Jones (J.D.’88) possesses a passion for his commu- of Atlanta, GA, was named senior counsel nity that is evident to all who know him. and director of human resources for AirServ Corporation. Emily B. Keener (2003) of “I’ve lived in Athens all my life, grew up in Athens. It’s a Woodstock, GA, completed Cobb County gov- good town, and I wanted to be a part of it,” Jones, who ernment’s year-long EXCEL management devel- is a Western Circuit Superior Court judge, said when asked opment program and was awarded a certificate why he remained in Athens after law school. of local government management from UGA’s Now Jones is in a prime position to leave a lasting mark on Carl Vinson Institute of Government. Katherine his community. In December 2005, he was approached by the mayor of Athens to R. Lahnstein (2003) of Alexandria, VA, joined take on the daunting task of becoming the chairperson of the city’s newest anti-pov- Sutherland, Asbill & Brennan as an intellectual erty initiative, Partners for a Prosperous Athens. After accepting the offer, his duties property lawyer. Jessica Langston McClellan included working with a steering committee to ensure the entire group remained on (2003) of Savannah, GA, was appointed chair of task to identify problem areas and to deliver positive recommendations on how to the ABA’s Admiralty & Maritime Committee of reduce poverty in Athens-Clarke County, the rate of which is currently at a staggering the Tort and Insurance Practice Section. Tiana 28 percent. S. Mykkeltvedt (2003) of Decatur, GA, was featured in the Fulton County Daily Report “After Stressing the importance of involving those who poverty affects most in the develop- Hours” section for her participation in the 2006 ment process, Jones feels strongly that the committee’s recommendations will make a Atlanta Legal Aid Society Run for Justice. Coby difference and is moving onto the next step – fund raising. S. Nixon (2003) of Atlanta, GA, associated “As a judge, I can’t ask anybody for money, but I will work to make sure the with Alston & Bird. Ashley B. Rogers (2003) OneAthens Foundation (a newly created group to oversee the accountability and of Crestview, FL, became a staff attorney of implementation of PPA’s recommendations) is formally and properly put together,” he Florida’s 1st Judicial Circuit. She holds member- said. ship in both the Florida Bar and the Louisiana For his extensive efforts on this project and his overall sense of community pride, Bar. Sarah E. Tollison (2003) of Marietta, GA, Jones was featured on CNN in a segment that aired in February, during Black History associated with Swift, Currie, McGhee & Hiers. Month. According to Jones, a camera crew captured his every move from 9 a.m. to 4 Allen W. Yee (2003) of Dallas, TX, rejoined the p.m. one day. During that time, he handled cases in the courtroom, visited with UGA’s Dallas office of Vinson & Elkins. Christopher President Michael F. Adams and jetted around to his favorite hometown locales. C. Anderson (2004) of Cornelius, NC, joined the Chicago Title Insurance Company as under- Jones does all he can in Athens to ensure his community is thriving. He is a mem- writing counsel. Benjamin M. Byrd (2004) of ber of numerous civic organizations and is a deacon at his church. “You have to be Atlanta, GA, associated with Gorby, Reeves & involved and be the full person,” Jones said. Peters. Jason J. Carter (2004) of Atlanta, GA, This Athens native admits that his passion for helping others also helps him to do his was featured in the Fulton County Daily Report best in the courtroom. “Most people see judges as only putting people in jail. Instead, “After Hours” section for his participation in the I think the main thing is that we really have the authority to place people in situations 2006 Atlanta Legal Aid Society Run for Justice. that can help them,” he stated. Caroline G. Castle (2004) of Atlanta, GA, asso- ciated with Jones Day. Kyle W. Dunton (2004) With the help of two other superior court judges, Jones started a felony drug court of Douglasville, GA, announced his marriage in the Western Circuit to help stave off recidivism. The trio recognized that locking up to Stephanie Ellen Denney in February 2006. addicts was not the solution to the problem because they emerged from prison with Sally G. Haskell (2004) of Savannah, GA, the same addiction. Now, the judges can order someone into a rehabilitation program associated with Brennan & Wasden. Dante L. to get help and hopefully prevent re-entrance into the system. Hudson (2004) of Brunswick, GA, joined the Jones acknowledges the heaviness of the decisions he makes daily, which is why he Brunswick Circuit Defender Office as an assis- reviews each decision, ensuring time to correct a mistake. He also acknowledges the tant circuit defender. Francys Johnson (2004) major role a judge plays in the life of a person who is standing before the court. of Sylvania, GA, announced his marriage to Meca Rena Williams on “I think when a judge is trying to do the best he can, he can do a lot of positive Nov. 18, 2006. Stephanie things for a person.” L. Oginsky (2004) - Nikki Girard of Decatur, GA, com- pleted the Nike Women’s Half Marathon in San Francisco and raised $5,000 in memory of her

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Uncle Ned. Benjamin M. Perkins (2004) of announced her marriage to James Sewell Avant was named corporate counsel at Anthem Blue Savannah, GA, associated with Oliver, Maner & on Nov. 4, 2006. Amanda J. Bates (2005) Cross and Blue Shield in Missouri. Jarrod S. Gray and was named a 2006 Georgia Rising Star of Athens, GA, joined UGA’s Office of Legal Mendel (2005) of Thomson, GA, associated in the Georgia Super Lawyers edition of Atlanta Affairs as an assistant director. Anna Green with Casey Gilson Leibel. Barry N. Middleton Magazine and Law & Politics. A. Justin Poplin Bolden (2005) and Kristopher M. Bolden (2005) of Gainesville, GA, announced his mar- (2004) of Overland Park, KS, announced his (2005) of Athens, GA, announced their marriage riage to Kristen Marie Thigpen on April 28, marriage to Elizabeth Weltz in June 2006. on Aug. 12, 2006. Adam M. Conrad (2005) 2007. Gillian B. Fierer (2006) of Decatur, Joshua S. Stein (2004) of Smyrna, GA, associ- and Danielle A. Conrad (2005) of Arlington, GA, announced her wedding to Michael ated with Goodman, McGuffey, Lindsey & VA, announced their marriage on Oct. 21, Edward O’Nan on June 16, 2007. Catherine Johnson. Dawn V. Stephens (2004) of Addison, 2006. Robert L. Fortson (2005) of Decatur, L. Morrison-Harris (2006) of Memphis, TN, TX, joined Texas Instruments Incorporated as GA, announced his marriage to Meeghan announced her marriage to Frederick R. Harris a patent attorney. Kristi A. Uhrinek (2004) of Elizabeth Murphy on March 25, 2006. Kira Jr. on August 19, 2006. Rakesh N. Parekh Atlanta, GA, associated with McKenna Long Fonteneau Fraser (2005) of Birmingham, AL, (2006) of Columbus, GA, became a judicial & Aldridge. Edwina M. Watkins (2004) of established The Fonteneau Firm and announced law clerk. Stacey Suber-Drake (2006) of Marietta, GA, associated with Swift Currie her marriage to Omar Fraser on Dec. 22, 2006. Lawrenceville, GA, announced her marriage McGhee & Hiers. Colin S. Wright (2004) of E. Ramsey Henderson (2005) of Athens, GA, to Taylor Francis Drake on March 11, 2006. Fort Lauderdale, FL, joined Citrix Systems as a joined Georgia Law as assistant director of legal Allison S. Thompson (2006) of Newnan, patent attorney. career services. Samuel L. Lucas (2005) of GA, announced her marriage to Matthew R. Atlanta, GA, associated with Brinson, Askew, Thompson on Aug. 19, 2006. Kristin M. 2005 - 2006 Berry, Seigler, Richardson & Davis. Jennifer Timm (2006) of Stone Mountain, GA, associ- Emily Sacco Avant (2005) of Atlanta, GA, B. McDowell (2005) of Crestwood, MO, ated with Sutherland Asbill & Brennan.

Georgia Law expresses sympathy to the families and friends of the following law school alumni: W. Winton Warren (1937) James A. Stanfield (1951) Wright Willingham (1965) Silver Spring, MD Glennville, GA Gainesville, GA January 1, 2007 December 20, 2006 February 1, 2007 Edwin B. Fortson (1938) William R. Harp (1954) James E. Humes II (1970) Athens, GA Atlanta, GA Columbus, GA January 10, 2007 November 22, 2006 January 8, 2007 Murphey Rogers (1943) Jule W. Felton Jr. (1955) R. Thomas Jarrard (1972) Ocilla, GA Atlanta, GA Gainesville, GA June 26, 2005 January 17, 2007 March 17, 2007 Jesse G. Bowles (1946) Thomas R. Burnside Jr. (1962) Walter E. Van Heiningen (1977) Cuthbert, GA Augusta, GA Thomasville, GA January 28, 2007 February 12, 2007 March 7, 2007 Joseph B. Bergen (1950) Ronald L. Davis (1963) Joseph C. Nelson III (1978) Savannah, GA Cartersville, GA Arnoldsville, GA March 22, 2007 January 8, 2007 February 14, 2007 Joseph B. Cramer (1950) J. Gordon Grant (1964) Jimmy W. Watson (1980) Salem, SC Savannah, GA Sylvester, GA December 27, 2006 August 28, 2006 January 12, 2007 Thomas M. Johnson Jr. (1950) C. Oliver Oxford (1965) Atlanta, GA Highlands, NC February 10, 2007 February 28, 2007 Laurie K. Abbott (1951) Edward S. Sell III (1965) Savannah, GA Macon, GA November 17, 2006 February 2, 2007

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