BLACK PRE-LAW MAGAZINE Third Annual Edition 2013

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Lawyer Profile

have faith and are persistent. What was your favorite subject in law school? Real Property. What are your thoughts about the bar exam? Very difficult.

cheerleader? My husband Michael Rosier.

Favorite musical artist: Luther Vandross

Favorite legal show: Law and Order. Favorite food: Watermelon

How did you feel the day you were officially sworn in as an “attorney at law”? Elated. What is most difficult about being a lawyer? Rejecting a case. What is your greatest success as a lawyer? Negotiated a $1 billion dollar merger/acquisition. What do you feel is the biggest challenge facing Black law students and lawyers? Forgetting the past and not becoming apathetic. Do you feel Black lawyers have a special obligation to the Black community and other Black people interested in becoming lawyers? Yes.

Favorite musical group: Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly Favorite drink: Margarita Favorite dessert: Key lime pie

Favorite Bible scripture (or spiritual quote/teaching): 23rd Psalm Favorite city: Atlanta Favorite vacation destination: Las Vegas, Nevada and Paris, France Favorite historical figure: Madam C.J. Walker

Favorite book: The Power of Your Subconscious Mind

What does being a lawyer mean to you? Having the ability to make changes for the better and helping people along the way. What are your future goals as a lawyer? Having 10,000 clients. What do you feel is the best preparation for law school? English/ Composition. Favorite television show: Masterpiece Classics Favorite movie: Casablanca

Who is your biggest supporter/

What adjectives best describe you? Friendly, loyal, reliable, creative. What legacy do you hope to leave? That I have helped over a million people learn how to enjoy and live a better life.

What other dreams and aspirations do you have - beyond the practice of law? Increasing membership in my group - The Center for Abundant Living. What would people be surprised to learn about you? I won a beauty contest.

Favorite legal case: Roe v. Wade

Favorite song: “For the Love of You” by The Isley Brothers Favorite type of music: R&B

What is the biggest piece of advice you would give to aspiring lawyers? Never give up and take it one day at a time. Do all that you can do today, the rest will take care of itself.

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What is the one thing about law school and the practice of law that no one ever told you but you wish you had known? That personal injury lawyers can make a lot of money!

Favorite hobby: Collecting vintage movies.

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