I am a native Chicagoan and grew up in an area of the city now commonly referred to as "Bronzeville." I spent most Summers with family in the Washington, D.C., Maryland , Virginia Metropolitan area since I was 10 years old. Before I became "legally blind" I earned a B.A. from Jackson State University in Jackson, Mississippi . Prior to becoming an attorney, I worked for Lutheran Social Services of Illinois and the Chicago Public Schools . Then, despite a visual impairment I earned a J.D. from The John Marshall Law School in Chicago, Illinois . I was admitted to the Illinois Bar and have been licensed to practice since May 31, 2007. The Honorable Thomas R. Fitzgerald of the Illinois Supreme Court administered the Attorney's oath of office to me in a private ceremony which included family and friends. I plan to become a Judge in the future. I am committed to personal and professional excellence.
