Memphis Business Scene: Promotions, Hirings, and Achievements
Prestigious Law Scholarship Awarded to University of Memphis Student
Benjamyn Elliott, a diligent second-year law student at the University of Memphis, has been conferred with the prestigious Benjamin L. Hooks Law Scholarship. The scholarship honors the late judge and civil rights leader, Benjamin L. Hooks. The scholarship award from Wyatt, Tarrant & Combs law firm will aid Elliott in covering his tuition and related expenses. Elliott has the distinction of being the fifth recipient of this highly respected scholarship.
New Member Joins Glankler Brown
The reputable law firm, Glankler Brown, has announced that Michael T. Evangelisti has joined as their new firm member. His areas of expertise range from general corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, securities, commercial transactions, and contracts to intellectual property, estate planning, and probate.
Mary Ann Jackson Takes Over As Chair Of Baker Donelson’s Tax Group
Bringing exciting new leadership to Baker Donelson’s Tax Group, Mary Ann Jackson has been appointed as the chair. She will direct a team over 55 tax lawyers, providing insightful guidance to individuals and businesses across the United States. Concurrently, Jackson will also continue to maintain her legal practice.
Rhodes College Alumna Breaks Ground as First Female, Black Bishop of Episcopal Diocese of Mississippi
In a historical moment, the Rev. Dr. Dorothy Sanders Wells, a Rhodes College alumna, became the first woman and first Black person elected as Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Mississippi. Wells, who graduated from Rhodes College with a bachelorโs degree in vocal performance, will be ordained on July 20th.
New Addition to the Lewis Thomason Law Firm
Andrew Todd has now become a part of the Lewis Thomason law firm. With his diverse experience in civil and criminal matters, Todd joined the firm as an associate attorney in Memphis. Prior to this, Todd served as a judicial law clerk and was a judicial extern during his time at the University of Mississippi School of Law.
Rhodes College Recognized As One of the โMost Promising Places to Work in Student Affairsโ
A noteworthy achievement in Memphis’ education sector, Rhodes College has been recognized among the โMost Promising Places to Work in Student Affairsโ (MPPWSA). The MPPWSA stands as a testament to the excellent workplace environment of Rhodes College, with the recognition considering diverse aspects like workplace diversity, work environment, family friendliness, salary/benefits, and professional development opportunities.
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