Atlanta's John Marshall Law School

This week’s bar prep advice comes from alumnus Antonio Pishvai ’22.

The bar exam is as much a test of endurance as it is a test of knowledge. Staying consistent with your preparation and practicing under exam-like conditions can make all the difference.

AJMLS faculty in the news: Professor Elizabeth Jaffe spoke with ABC7 News about the recent swatting hoax that targeted the San Francisco Zoo, prompting a temporary lockdown and shelter-in-place for visitors and staff.

Watch the full ABC7 segment here: https://abc7news.com/post/swatting-hoax-threat-prompts-temporary-lockdown-san-francisco-zoo-sfpd/19260959/

'Swatting' hoax threat prompts temporary lockdown at San Francisco Zoo A hoax threat that authorities described as a case of "swatting" prompted a temporary lockdown at the San Francisco Zoo on Monday afternoon, forcing hundreds of visitors and staff to shelter in place while police investigated.

Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School and the Editors of the John Marshall Law Journal are proud to announce the publication of Volume XVIII, Issue 1 of the Law Journal.

The issue features scholarship from Professor Jennifer Giles, Mercer Law School Professor Patrick Longan, and AJMLS alumna and former Editor-in-Chief (2024–2025) Suzanne Oldweiler.

📄 Explore the featured scholarship and read the full publication here: https://www.johnmarshall.edu/the-john-marshall-law-journal-publishes-volume-xviii-issue-1/

Through the Criminal and Civil Justice Institute (CCJI), AJMLS students contributed to supervised federal immigration habeas corpus case work, assisting with legal research and drafting in support of ongoing advocacy efforts.

Read more about their work here: https://www.johnmarshall.edu/ccji-students-assist-with-federal-immigration-law-habeas-case-research-and-client-advocacy-efforts/

This Pride Month, we recognize and celebrate all members of our community and reaffirm our commitment to an environment where all students can learn, lead, and thrive.

The AJMLS Class of 2026 Graduate Awards are now live! 🎓✨

Join us in celebrating the outstanding achievements demonstrated by this year's graduates. We are proud to recognize the individuals whose hard work and commitment have left a lasting impact on our community.

Learn more about this year's honorees here: https://www.johnmarshall.edu/congratulations-to-our-2026-graduates-and-award-recipients/

We are proud to recognize the Valedictorians and Salutatorians for their exceptional academic achievements and dedication throughout their legal education. Join us in celebrating our full-time and part-time Valedictorians and Salutatorians from the Class of 2026:

🎓 Maria Jarman - full-time Valedictorian
🎓 Justin Huggins - part-time Valedictorian
🎓 David Smith - full-time Salutatorian
🎓 Anjali Patel - part-time Salutatorian

Learn more here: https://www.johnmarshall.edu/congratulations-to-our-2026-valedictorians-and-salutatorians/

This week’s bar prep advice comes from Morgan Knowles ’25.

The bar exam journey looks different for everyone, and finding your own path is part of the process.

Professor Jonathan Rapping recently delivered the opening keynote address at The South and the Next 250, a national convening hosted by The Just Trust and The Marshall Project that brought together leaders from across the criminal justice field.

Professor Rapping is the Director of the Criminal Justice Certificate Program, Faculty Director of the Criminal and Civil Justice Institute, and founder and president of Gideon's Promise.

Read more here: https://www.johnmarshall.edu/professor-jonathan-rapping-gives-opening-keynote-address-at-the-the-south-and-the-next-250/

Meet the 2026–2027 SBA Executive Board! 🤝

As we prepare for the new school year at AJMLS, we’re excited to introduce the student leaders who will represent and serve our community for the 2026–2027 term:

• President: James Woodall
• Vice President: Nicholas Thornhill
• Treasurer: Devin DiBiasio
• Secretary: Amina Mashhour
• Parliamentarian: La'Nijeah Smith

Get to know the Executive Board here: https://www.johnmarshall.edu/meet-the-atlantas-john-marshall-2026-2027-sba-executive-board/