The Law Place asked law students across the nation to consider the legal heroes who inspire them. Students from all backgrounds wrote in and described the impact of a wide range of legal influences, from teachers to family members and rising stars of the legal community. However, DeAndré Keené Bell II’s essay stood out. DeAndré …
Andrew Van Ness Wins Law School Scholarship
The $2,500 Law School Scholarship from The Law Place is all about honoring the heroes who inspire students to become attorneys. For University of Florida graduate Andrew Van Ness, that hero is Professor Samuel Stafford. A Judicial Hearing Officer and professor for many years, Stafford helped ignite Van Ness’ passion for civil liberties. Why Van …