The Stories

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Attorney Feature

Heather Williams Forshey: Love Makes All the Difference

by Bob Friedman

July 17, 2025

“My grandmother taught me that it doesn't matter how smart someone is or how much money they have, love is...

Judicial Interview

NC Supreme Court Associate Justice Allison Riggs: ‘You Can’t Change the Rules of an Election After the Election’

by Bob Friedman

July 17, 2025

On May 5, 2025, U.S. Chief District Judge Richard Meyer ordered the NC State Board of Elections to certify Democrat...

Attorney Feature

Jacob Goad: Cultural Context

by Bob Friedman

July 17, 2025

It was August 2007. Twenty-four-year-old Jacob Goad was shooting pictures of San Clemente Church in Ica, Peru. After a massive...

Attorney Feature

Shelsey Hall: A Loving Kindness

by Bob Friedman

July 17, 2025

In 2017, NC State sophomore Shelsey Hall was asked by her aunt to edit a speech she was about to...

Attorney Feature

Natalie Webb: Guiding Clients with Compassion and Clarity

by Susan Cushing

July 7, 2025

Family law attorney Natalie Webb doesn’t just practice law—she builds bridges. Between fractured relationships, misunderstood expectations, and emotionally charged moments,...

Heather Williams Forshey: Love Makes All the Difference

“My grandmother taught me that it doesn’t matter how smart someone is or how much money they have, love is

Jacob Goad: Cultural Context

It was August 2007. Twenty-four-year-old Jacob Goad was shooting pictures of San Clemente Church in Ica, Peru. After a massive

Shelsey Hall: A Loving Kindness

In 2017, NC State sophomore Shelsey Hall was asked by her aunt to edit a speech she was about to

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Law Firm Stories

Taylor Waldrop Pribisco: Built on Teamwork

At first glance, it might seem unusual to compare a law firm to a sports team—but for the attorneys at

Gunster Celebrates Its Centennial

In 1925, John Kenneth Williamson and William Quiggin Cain founded a small law firm in West Palm Beach, Florida. Today,

The Lawyers of Bradshaw & Bryant: Championing Justice

For more than three decades, attorneys at Bradshaw & Bryant have been fighting for justice and championing the cause of

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Legal Community

Mike Tadych’s NASCAR Walter Mitty Moment

“I’m having a Walter Mitty moment,” laughed Raleigh First Amendment and media attorney and novice NASCAR fan Mike Tadych. We are sitting in the well-appointed owner’s box at Rockingham Speedway and Entertainment Complex.

Kathryn Stanfill’s Vision for JWLA: The Decisions that Define Us

As the incoming president of the Jacksonville Women Lawyers Association (JWLA) this summer, Kathryn Stanfill is poised to bring a

The Jacksonville Women Lawyers Association Received the Voluntary Bar Association Pro Bono Award

The Florida Bar and the Florida Supreme Court presented the 2025 Pro Bono Awards on January 16 at the Florida

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From the Bench

NC Supreme Court Associate Justice Allison Riggs: ‘You Can’t Change the Rules of an Election After the Election’

On May 5, 2025, U.S. Chief District Judge Richard Meyer ordered the NC State Board of Elections to certify Democrat

Judge Ashleigh Parker: Being Present

“My heart and passion are in the courtroom. It’s where I feel as though I touch the families and the

Judge Shamieka Rhinehart: Seeking Justice and Mercy

Superior Court Judge Shamieka Rhinehart recently spoke to a group of debutants at a scholarship awards event held by Alpha

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The Ivory Tower

Melissa Essary: ‘I Believe in Self-Determination’

Melissa Essary was teaching employment law at Baylor University School of Law in 1991 while Anita Hill was testifying at

Randi Alt: Building Something to Last

Each year, Jacksonville University recognizes a graduate student for their exceptional achievements and leadership. This year, they honored 3L Randi

Jake Navin: Into the Fire of Trial Law

AALM: Tell us about your decision to attend law school. JN: I was never the kid who wanted to be

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Attorney Q&As

Samantha Klein: Finding a Path Forward Together

Samantha Klein enrolled in law school with the intent of becoming an environmental lawyer. After passing the bar, she began

Hossein Berenji: A Practice Built With Purpose

We sat down with Hossein Berenji, the owner of Berenji & Associates Family Law Attorneys, to discuss his journey from

Debra R. Schoenberg: ‘It’s About Relationships’

The principal at Schoenberg Family Law Group in San Francisco, Debra Schoenberg brings over 35 years of experience in family

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The Stories

Heather Williams Forshey: Love Makes All the Difference

NC Supreme Court Associate Justice Allison Riggs: ‘You Can’t Change the Rules of an Election After the Election’

Jacob Goad: Cultural Context

Shelsey Hall: A Loving Kindness

Natalie Webb: Guiding Clients with Compassion and Clarity

Attorney Stories

Heather Williams Forshey: Love Makes All the Difference

Jacob Goad: Cultural Context

Shelsey Hall: A Loving Kindness

Law Firm Stories

Taylor Waldrop Pribisco: Built on Teamwork

Gunster Celebrates Its Centennial

The Lawyers of Bradshaw & Bryant: Championing Justice

Legal Community

Mike Tadych’s NASCAR Walter Mitty Moment

Kathryn Stanfill’s Vision for JWLA: The Decisions that Define Us

The Jacksonville Women Lawyers Association Received the Voluntary Bar Association Pro Bono Award

From the Bench

NC Supreme Court Associate Justice Allison Riggs: ‘You Can’t Change the Rules of an Election After the Election’

Judge Ashleigh Parker: Being Present

Judge Shamieka Rhinehart: Seeking Justice and Mercy

The Ivory Tower

Melissa Essary: ‘I Believe in Self-Determination’

Randi Alt: Building Something to Last

Jake Navin: Into the Fire of Trial Law

Attorney Q&As

Samantha Klein: Finding a Path Forward Together

Hossein Berenji: A Practice Built With Purpose

Debra R. Schoenberg: ‘It’s About Relationships’

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