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Future students are encouraged to contact one of our current students listed below to answer questions about their experience at Memphis Law. Each student has a unique story and can help you determine whether Memphis Law is the right place for your legal education. This may be particularly helpful if you are unable to visit Memphis Law.

We strongly encourage all prospective students to visit the school before making an enrollment decision. You may contact Assistant Dean of Admissions to arrange to meet with a current student during your visit to Memphis Law.

kyle wigginsKyle Cummins 

Hometown: Memphis, TN
Undergraduate Institution: Auburn University
Interested in: Transactional law and commercial litigation
Involvement: Law Review, Research Assistant to Professor Daniel Kiel
Dream Legal Job: Working with complex transactions and large businesses while serving my city.

"The academic environment at the Memphis Law is top-notch, mostly because of the faculty.  The professors are knowledgeable, experienced, passionate, and always accessible."

  

sandySandra A. Newcombe

Hometown: Charleston, SC  
Undergraduate Institution: College of Charleston and University of Memphis                            
Interested in: International Law, Public Interest, Human Rights                              
Involvement: University of Memphis Law Review, Research Assistant, Graduate Assistant, Freshman Moot Court, and Student Ambassador.
Dream Legal Job: Legal adviser for U.S. Department of State
 
“The people are my favorite part of the law school. The law school staff, administration, and faculty are easily accessible, approachable, and committed to helping students succeed in law school. I feel that I am part of the Memphis Law family because of its great people.”

  

kennethKenneth M. Walker II

Hometown: Memphis, Tennessee
Undergraduate Institution: University of Memphis
Interested in: Medical Malpractice Defense
Involvement: Associate Chief Justice of Moot Court Board, Student Honor Council, Black Law Students Association, Thurgood Marshall Mock Trial Team, and Student Ambassador 
Dream Legal Job: Build a successful practice defending medical providers and serve the Memphis community.
 
"The best part of Memphis Law is the administration.  I have never been in place where everyone is so willing to address concerns, answer questions, and aid in the success of my legal education." 

  

james cobbJames W. Cobb

Hometown: Fairview, TN
Undergraduate Institution: Austin Peay State University  
Interested in: Business mergers and acquisitions and medical malpractice
Involvement: Secretary for the Honor Council, Research Assistant, Student Ambassador, Professional Liaison for Black Law Student Association, Public Action Law Society & the International Law Society.
Dream Legal Job: Working at a firm that assists with medical malpractice or workers compensation cases, or a firm that focuses on corporate mergers & acquisitions and contract law.  
 
“Memphis Law is a bridge of opportunity, providing me with a valuable education and fully preparing me for success in the years to come. My professors continually enlighten and push me to excel. It is amazing to see my personal growth and knowledge since beginning this journey.”

  

Angela Harris  

Hometown: Memphis, TN
Undergraduate Institution: Middle Tennessee State University   
Interested in: Criminal and family law        
Involvement: Memphis Moot Court Board, Black Law Students Association, Inns of Court Pupil, American Bar Association Arbitration Team, and the Association of Women Attorneys 
Dream Legal Job: District Attorney General      
 
“My favorite part of law school is the diverse setting. I have had the opportunity to meet people from all walks of life. The diverse setting has helped me to grow in a way that might have not happened had I chosen another institution.”

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