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Social Justice Advocate and
​Community Champion.


I effectively integrate my legal expertise with educational advocacy by marrying thorough application of practical and relevant skill with engaging storytelling. I am proficient in identifying root causes to apply aligned solutions to challenges. I believe that addressing challenges with effective solutions is essential, and I am committed to the belief that educational equity is the foundation for meaningful criminal justice reform. 

I'm keen to apply my strategic thinking and analytical skills to create a significant impact in both the legal and educational communities. 
I possess a strong understanding of the complexities involved in legal matters, including client relationships, strategic case planning, and ongoing professional development. I am skilled at fostering a collaborative atmosphere, working effectively with teams, and helping peers recognize their strengths to navigate challenges to achieve favorable outcomes.

I firmly believe that true justice and our shared humanity should guide the goals of public policy.
We owe it to one another to cultivate a culture of fairness, compassion, correction, and care. 
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This is the essence of justice at the heart of community - a belief in the transformative power of social justice advocacy to foster change that creates a more equitable society for all. 

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Competency Domains
Instructional Leadership | Legal Database Proficiency | Case Management & Organization | Curriculum Development & Alignment Client Screening & Needs Assessments | Data Analysis & Improvement Strategies | Leadership & Organizational Management
 Legal Research & Analysis | Public Speaking | Grant Writing | Community Engagement & Advocacy | Client Interaction & Relationship Building | Legal Writing | Mediation 


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Education
Juris Doctor, Law, Cooley Law School (Fall 2025)
  • Merit Scholarship Recipient
  • Phi Delta Phi Legal Honor Fraternity, Magister
  • ​Innocence Project Intern 
  • Thomas M. Cooley Law Review, Associate Editor
Education Specialist, Oakland University (June 2017)
Master of Education, University of Phoenix (December 2010)
Bachelor of Arts, Jackson State University (May 2005)

Publications
  • Virtual Misdeeds: Parental Liability in Cyberbullying Cases, Thomas M. Cooley Law Review, Volume 39, Issue 1, forthcoming (December 2025)
  • From School to Shining School - EdSurge article
  • Making the Leap From Teaching Assistant to Principal - HuffPost article​
  • ​Dear Love by Margina & Torrey Solomon
  • The UNSingle Mothers Handbook for Survival by Margina
  • I Am Michelle Obama: The First Lady by Margina

Extras
  • Certified Mediator, Resolution Services Center, May 2025
  • Notary Public, State of Michigan, commission expires March 2027
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the Workplace, USF Corporate Training & Professional Education, May 2021
  • Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) & Trauma Informed Care, ACEs in Education, 2019
  • SalesForce CRM Platform
  • Clio Case Management 
  • Westlaw
  • Lexis Nexis
  • Google  Workspace

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