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Afrika Owes, a resident of New York City with a history of incarceration, has achieved a remarkable feat by passing the New York Bar Exam on her initial try. Her journey, marred by personal struggles and brushes with the law, culminated in a moment of triumph captured in a viral TikTok video. Surrounded by her…
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Alice Gyamfi’s remarkable journey from Ghana to becoming a legal trailblazer exemplifies the transformative power of education and familial support in the pursuit of legal excellence. As the first individual in her family to embark on a formal education journey and obtain a law degree, Gyamfi’s accomplishments are both historic and deeply personal. After graduating…
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Meet Ray Curtis Petty Jr., a native of Albany, Georgia, who defied the odds to become the first lawyer in his family, overcoming skepticism and barriers along the way! His journey, marked by perseverance and determination, has captured hearts worldwide after a viral video showcased his mother’s emotional reaction to his bar exam success. Petty’s…
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Shequeena McKenzie, a 28-year-old trailblazer, has shattered barriers by becoming the first Black female judge in McComb, Mississippi, marking a historic moment for the city. “It was a surreal moment because I work hard, I have faith,” McKenzie expressed to WJTV. “The next thing you know, you start reaping the benefits of the things you…
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In a heartwarming tale of triumph over adversity, Albany, Georgia native Ray Curtis Petty Jr. has etched his name in his family’s history books by becoming its first lawyer. A viral video capturing his mother’s emotional reaction to his achievement has garnered widespread attention online, shedding light on Ray’s remarkable journey. Ray’s path to success…
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Haley Taylor Schlitz, known for her remarkable achievements since her teenage years, has reached another significant milestone at just 21 years old. After making headlines in 2019 for securing acceptances to nine law schools at the age of 16, Taylor Schlitz has now been sworn in as an attorney by the Minnesota State Bar Association.…
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Rochelle Ballantyne, a 26-year-old lawyer in New York, is driven to achieve the prestigious title of chess master – something no Black woman in the U.S. has done before. Her passion for the game was first kindled at age 8 by her late grandmother, who taught her chess to channel her high energy. “I started playing…
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Shequeena McKenzie, a 28-year-old native of McComb, Mississippi, has etched her name in history as the first Black judge in her hometown. In a significant milestone for the city and the state, McKenzie’s appointment represents a beacon of hope and inspiration for young women aspiring to careers in law and public service. Driven by a…
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