AAC staff profiles: Holland Doran and Awni Filat

Communications Coordinator — Holland Doran

Family information: My husband, James Doran, and I met at Ouachita Baptist University and have been married for seven years. We live in Bryant with our daughter, Lindsy, and our spoiled puppy, Ace. I call Nashville, Arkansas, in Howard County, my home and visit my family there as often as I can.

My favorite meal: Without a doubt, my favorite meal is my grandmother’s traditional Thanksgiving spread. I especially love her stuffing, sweet potatoes with brown sugar, and pumpkin pie topped with a large dollop of Cool Whip.

When I’m not working I’m: Shopping with my daughter and mother, walking our puppy at the park, reading books, listening to interesting podcasts, and watching Netflix. been offered opportunities to further my love of learning, writing, and developing new friendships.

The hardest thing I have ever done: Balancing work and home life while my husband studied for his master’s degree, while also going through the process of adopting our daughter. It was challenging at the time, but it has only made us stronger as a family.

At the top of my bucket list is to: Tour the beautiful Scottish Highlands, especially the historical castles and the mysterious Loch Ness.

Holland Doran

You might be surprised to learn that: I am an only child, but I’m not spoiled … too much.

My pet peeve is: Seeing litter on the ground, especially near a trash can.

The accomplishment of which I am most proud: I am proud to have the opportunity to see my daughter become a strong and beautiful woman. I am also proud to have

Motto or favorite quote: “One child, one teacher, one book, one pen can change the world.” — Malala Yousafzai

Law Clerk — Awni Filat

Family information: I come from a family of five, and I’m the oldest of three siblings in my household. I have a younger sister and brother who love me and hate me at the same time. My family is originally from Israel, and I really enjoy the culture and food that comes along with it.

My favorite meal: Whatever MiddleEastern meal my grandmother makes me for the week.

When I’m not working I’m: Getting huge at the gym, or chillin’ with the bros.

The accomplishment of which I

am most proud: Currently, I’m most proud of almost completing law school without being held back.

Awni Filat

At the top of my bucket list is to: Travel and visit as many places as I can so I can find myself and see everything from different perspectives.

You might be surprised to learn that: I used to play the French horn and was good at it.

My pet peeve is: When someone says they’re five minutes away when they’re really still in the shower

Motto or favorite quote: “The seaweed is always greener in somebody else’s lake.” — Sebastian in “The Little Mermaid”

How long have you been at AAC and can you describe some of your successful AAC

projects? I’ve been here for almost a month and I’ve enjoyed learning something new every day with the help of the other law clerks.