Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School has announced the launch of its first Criminal and Civil Justice Institute (CCJI) cohort. The program offers students and alumni opportunities to gain practical experience by working on significant legal cases with established attorneys.
The initial group includes Ishlah Muhammad, a third-year law student, who is externing with Akil Secret on civil rights and jail litigation cases. James Woodall, a second-year student, is interning with Sam Starks and Akil Secret on similar matters. Krystal Robledo from the Class of 2025 is collaborating with Sam Starks on civil rights cases, while Ludy Shaw, also a second-year student, is focusing on jail litigation under Starks' supervision.
Other participants include Tyriq Roberts, a third-year student working alongside Sam Starks and Erin Coleman on personal injury cases; Zachary Jacobs, another third-year student partnering with Torris Butterfield in criminal defense; Sydney Lamberson, a first-year student involved in civil rights work with Sam Starks; and Justice Woods, a second-year student who spent the summer engaged in criminal defense cases with Torris Butterfield.
According to the school’s announcement: "Through CCJI, AJMLS students and alumni are sharpening their skills, making connections, and contributing to meaningful work in the legal field."
Additional details about the mission of CCJI can be found at their website.