representation

  • Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s Journey To Being The First Black Woman Of The Supreme Court

    Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s appointment to the Supreme Court represents a historic milestone in American legal history, marking the first time a Black woman has ascended to the nation’s highest court. This article chronicles Judge Jackson’s remarkable path, highlighting her significant achievements and the profound impact of her appointment. Early Life and Education: Foundations of…

  • 2 Chinese Nationals Arrested For Laundering At Least $73 Million Through Shell Companies

    An indictment was unsealed in the Central District of California on Thursday, May 16, 2024, charging two Chinese nationals alleging they played leading roles in a scheme to launder proceeds from cryptocurrency investment scams. Daren Li, 41, a dual citizen of China and St. Kitts and Nevis, and a resident of China, Cambodia, and the…

  • Meet The Black Woman Who Made History As The Youngest Law School Graduate

    Haley Taylor Schlitz, aged 19, accomplished a significant milestone by becoming the youngest graduate in the history of Southern Methodist University’s Dedman School of Law. Her exceptional achievement was celebrated during the recent commencement ceremony in 2022, where she received her Juris Doctor degree. Taylor Schlitz’s journey to this distinction began with her early academic…

  • Meet Shequeena McKenzie, The First Ever Black Female Judge in Her City

    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…

  • Britney Deas: University of Florida Appoints Its First Black Woman Chief Justice

    In a historic move, the University of Florida (UF) Supreme Court has appointed Britney Deas as its first Black woman chief justice. At just 25 years old, Deas, a Haitian UF Levin College of Law student, has shattered barriers and made waves in her career path, marking a significant milestone for representation and diversity within…

  • Shequeena McKenzie Makes History As First Black Judge In McComb, Mississippi at 28

    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…