Jacquelyn H. Saylor

Bar / Professional Activity

• The Mortmain, Editorial Board and Contributor, Official Magazine of the Atlanta Bar Association's Est ate Planning & Probate Section, 2023
•  Member, Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Board of Trustees, 2021-2024, Ex-Officio Member, 2013-2015 of The Atlanta bar Association., 2023
• State Bar of Georgia, Fiduciary Law Section, Member, 2023
• Member, Leadership Atlanta, 1989-present, 2023
• The Atlanta Lawyer, Official Magazine of The Atlanta Bar Association, Advisor 2014-2016; Editorial Board and Contributor, 2004-present., 2023
• Georgia Association for Women Lawyers (GAWL) 2023, Sisters in Law, 2023
• Women in the Profession (WIP), WIP Section Board 2010 – 2013, including as Treasurer, Board, Member at Large, 2021-2023., 2023
• Old War Horse Lawyers Club, Member, 2023
• Lawyers Club of Atlanta, Fellow, 2023
• Atlanta Bar Association, Estate Planning & Probate Section, Chair 2018-2019. On Board through 2020, 2020
• Atlanta Bar Foundation, Board of Directors, 2014-2016; Gift Planning Committee, 2017-2018; Life Time Fellow Charter Member, 2016
• Atlanta Bar Association, Board of Directors, 2004 – 2016, 2016
• Atlanta Bar Association, President, 2014-2015; Immediate Past President, 2015-2016; Vice President/President-Elect, 2013-2014; Secretary, 2012-2013; Treasurer, 2011-2012; 2006-2007, 2016
• Atlanta Bar Association, Executive Committee, 2006 – 2016, 2016
• National Council of Bar Presidents, American Bar Association, 2013-2015, 2015
• Board Member, Georgia Commission on Women, appointed by Lt. Governors Pierre Howard and Mark Taylor, 1992 – 2003, 2013
• Women in the Profession (WIP) Committee, Chair, 2000 – 2002, 2002
• Women in the Profession (WIP) Committee, and Past Chair,, 2002
• Georgia Department of Corrections, Vice-Chair 1995-1996., 1996
• Georgia Department of Corrections, Women’s Advisory Council, 1994-1996, 1996
• Committee Chair, Georgia Women’s History Month Committee, 1996, 1996
• Stonewall Bar Association and yearly sponsor for many years
• Gate City Bar, Past Member
• Atlanta-Fulton League of Women Voters, Board of Directors
• Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys, Past Member
• American Bar Association, Past Member

Pro bono / Community Service

• Sponsor, Top Golf Event for Side-by-Side Brain Injury Center, 2023
• Atlanta Bar Foundation, Charter Lifetime Fellow-program, 2023
• Sponsor, Ansley Park Art in the Park for Ansley Park Beautification Foundation, 2023
• St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Good Shepherd Society, Lector, Intercessor , 2023
• Ansley Park Garden Club, Members make wreaths, plant flowers twice a year. , 2023
• Circle/Cornerstone Member, High Museum of Art, 2023
• The Carter Center’s Board of Councilors, Member, 2023
• Sponsor, Atlanta Bar Association Outstanding Women in the Profession Achievement Award Annual Luncheon, 2022
• Sponsor, Ansley Park Lark in the Park for Ansley Park Beautification Foundation, 2021
• Sponsor, Ansley Park Art in the Park for Ansley Park Beautification Foundation, 2019
• Pro bono Volunteer, DeKalb County Probate Information Centers (PIC)., 2019
• Fulton County Probate Information Center (PIC), Volunteer Attorney since 2007, 2019
• Sponsor, Doctors/Lawyers Basketball game for Side-by-Side Brain Injury Center, 2019
• DeKalb County Probate Information Center (PIC), Volunteer Attorney for several years, 2019
• Ansley Park Tour of Homes, Sponsor and Volunteer, 2019
• “I Have a Dream” program, Contributor from elementary school through college., 2019
• Atlanta Bar Foundation, Gift Planning Committee, 2017-2018, 2018
• Sponsor, Ansley Park Tour of Homes for the Ansley Park Civic Association, 2018
• Atlanta Bar Foundation, Board of Directors, 2014-2015, 2015
• Law Week Wills Program, 2007
• Past Chair, Pro Bono Committee, Atlanta Bar Association, 2005-2006, 2006
• Hearing Officer, Bureau of Taxicabs and Vehicles for Hire, City of Atlanta, 2002 – 2004, 2004
• Member, Georgia Commision on Women, 1992-2003. Lobbied on behalf of Women's Issues. , 2003
• Vice Chair, 1995-1996, Women's Advisory Council, GA Dept. of Corrections, 1996
• Volunteer, Volunteer Lawyer Project for Cuban Detainees, 1985
• Volunteer Lawyer Project for Cuban Detainees, 1985, 1985
• Associate Vestry, St. Luke's Episcopal Church
• Trinity School Parents Council, Past President and Treasurer
• Atlanta Symphony Ball Committee, Arthritis Ball Patron
• GreenLaw’s Environmental Heroes Celebration, Sponsor for several years.

Educational Background

• University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Master of Arts, Modern European History
• Walter F. George School of Law, Mercer University 
• University of Georgia, Bachelor of Arts, History

Scholarly Lectures / Writings

• Remembering President Jimmy Carter's judicial appointments., Author, "Jimmy Carter's Influence on the Judiciary", The Atlanta Lawyer, Magazine of the Atlanta Bar Association, January/February 2025, 2025
• A first-hand account of the ceremony surrounding President Jimmy Carter's body being flown from Georgia to the U.S. Capitol to lie in state., Author, "President Jimmy Carter's Last Departure from His Home State of Georgia", The Atlanta Lawyer, January/February 2025, 2025
• A year-end update regarding recent and proposed changes to Georgia Rules of Professional Conduct as presented by Paula Frederick (Retired of the Office of General Counsel of The State Bar of Georgia) to the Estate Planning & Probate Section of the Atlanta Bar., Author, "Ethics Update: 2025 - What's on the Horizon? Recent & Proposed Changes to the Georgia Rules of Professional Conduct", The Mortmain, Publication of the Atlanta Bar Association Estate Planning & Probate Section, 2025
• Exploring Digital Asset Planning using RUFADAA (Revised Uniform Fiduciary Access to Digital Asset Act), which "allows an individual increased control over the handling of their digital assets during their incapacity and after their deaths, while also providing a framework for the companies acting as custodians of those assets" to "balance an individual user's right to privacy with requests from fiduciaries and loved ones to access digital assets that may range in value from purely sentimental to financially significant.", Author, "A Comprehensive Presentation on Digital Asset Planning Using RUFADAA (Revised Uniform Fiduciary Access to Digital Asset Act) As Our Guide", The Mortmain, Summer 2023, 2023
• Issue Editor of The Mortmain Winter 2022-2023, Editor, The Mortmain, Publication of the Atlanta Bar Association Estate Planning & Probate Section, The Mortmain, Winter 2022-2023, 2023
• A year-end summary of updates to Fiduciary Law, based on T. Kyle King's presentation to the Fiduciary Law Section of the Atlanta Bar Association for the 2022 session of the Georgia General Assembly., Author, "2021 Fiduciary Law Legislative Update", The Mortmain, Winter 2022, 2022
• Issue Editor of The Mortmain Spring 2022, Editor, The Mortmain, Publication of the Atlanta Bar Association Estate Planning & Probate Section, The Mortmain, Spring 2022, 2022
• An article emphasizing the importance of having clients sign Engagement Letters, based on Mary Galardi's presentation to the Estate Planning & Probate Section of the Atlanta Bar Association., Author, "Why Engagement Letters Are Important", The Mortmain, Fall 2022, 2022
• Issue Editor of The Mortmain Winter 2021, Editor, The Mortmain, Publication of the Atlanta Bar Association Estate Planning & Probate Section, The Mortmain, Winter 2021, 2021
• Editorial Board for The Atlanta Lawyer, September/October 2021 Issue, Editor, The Atlanta Lawyer, Magazine of the Atlanta Bar Association, The Atlanta Lawyer, September/October 2021, 2021
• Editorial Board for The Atlanta Lawyer, July/August 2021 Issue, Editor, The Atlanta Lawyer, Magazine of the Atlanta Bar Association, The Atlanta Lawyer, July/August 2021, 2021
• Exploring potential legal considerations and implications regarding estate planning for reproductive materials, such as embryos., Author, "Beyond the Birds and Bees: Estate Planning for Reproductive Material", The Mortmain, Spring 2021, 2021
• A review of the continued applications of the landmark Supreme Court ruling in the Olmstead case, which held that unjustified segregation of persons with disabilities violates the Americans with Disabilities Act., Co-Author, "Realizing the Promise of the Olmstead Decision", The Mortmain, Fall 2019, 2019
• Exploring complex tax and non-tax strategies to consider when planning for the succession of a business, based on Farhad Aghdami's presentation to the Estate Planning & Probate Section of the Atlanta Bar., Co-Author, "Farhad Aghdami presents 'Key Considerations for Successful Business Succession Planning'", The Mortmain, Winter 2019, 2019
• A review of Professor Mary Radford's presentation to the Estate Planning & Probate Section of the Atlanta Bar, exploring recent changes and trends in Georgia fiduciary law., Co-Author, "Presented by Mary Radford 'Recent Developments in Georgia Fiduciary Law,' April 2019 Atlanta Bar Estate Planning & Probate Section Luncheon", The Mortmain, Summer 2019, 2019
• Provided updates on the events and happenings in the Estate Planning & Probate Section of the Atlanta Bar., Author, "Section Update: Estate Planning", The Atlanta Lawyer, April/May 2019, Feb/Mar 2019, Dec 2018-Jan 2019, Aug/Sept 2018, 2019
• Exploring the Revised Uniform Fiduciary Access to Digital Assets Act from Georgia's State Legislature., Author, "Don't Stop Thinking About Tomorrow (or Your Digital Assets)", The Mortmain, Fall/Winter 2018, 2018
• Exploring the Revised Uniform Fiduciary Access to Digital Assets Act from Georgia's State Legislature., Author, "Don't Stop Thinking About Tomorrow (or Your Digital Assets)", The Atlanta Lawyer, Aug/Sept 2018, 2018
• In keeping with the Valentine's season, the Editorial Board of The Atlanta Lawyer reached out to metro-Atlanta judges for their reflections on officiating weddings., Co-Author, “Unique Wedding Ceremonies in the Atlanta Community", The Atlanta Lawyer, Feb 2018, 2018
• Review of Atmosphere Bistro, a new French restaurant on Piedmont Avenue near the Ansley Park neighborhood., Author, "Restaurant Review: Atmosphere Bistro", The Atlanta Lawyer, Feb 2018, 2018
• Instruction and guidance regarding Special Needs Trusts, from a presentation by William H. Overman, Director of Trust Services at Health Management Systems, to the Estate Planning & Probate Section of the Atlanta Bar., Author, "William H. Overman Provides Reliable Insights About Testamentary Special Needs Trusts", The Mortmain, Summer 2017, 2017
• Moderator for panel presentation and discussion of judges' preferences concerning probate filings., Moderator, "Judiciary Preference for Probate Petitions and Other Probate Matters", Estate Planning & Probate Section of the Atlanta Bar Association, October 2017, 2017
• Judge Kelli Wolk, a Cobb County probate judge and Chair of the Probate Rules & Forms Committee, provided an update on Georgia Probate Court Standard Forms to the Estate Planning & Probate Section of the Atlanta Bar., Author, "Judge Kelli Wolk Gives an Update on the Georgia Probate Form Revisions", The Mortmain, August 2016, 2016
• What to know about Windows 10 as compared to Windows 7 and 8., Author, "Tech Talk: Windows 10 Update", The Atlanta Lawyer, May 2016, 2016
• Advisor to The Atlanta Lawyer, Advisor, The Atlanta Lawyer, Magazine of the Atlanta Bar Association, 2016
• Presentation to Emory Law School Extern Class, Speaker, "Self-marketing and Firm-marketing", 2016
• Issue Editor for The Mortmain January 2016., Editor, The Mortmain, Publication of the Atlanta Bar Association Estate Planning & Probate Section, The Mortmain, January 2016, 2016
• Advisor to The Atlanta Lawyer 2015, Advisor, The Atlanta Lawyer, Magazine of the Atlanta Bar Association, 2015
• Hosted by Side by Side Brain Injury Clubhouse, December 2015, Speaker, "Ethics and the 'Vulnerable' Client with Traumatic Brain Injury - Part 2: Financial Agreements for Lifelong Care", 2015
• Presentation to Emory Law School Extern Class, Speaker, "Networking 101", 2015
• Atlanta Bar Association Annual Meeting, Speaker, "Looking Back at 2014: The Risk of Engagement and Leadership", 2015
• Sponsored by the Atlanta Bar Association and Atlanta Metropolitan Police, Speaker, "Appreciation and Peace Officers Memorial Service", 2015
• Advisor to The Atlanta Lawyer 2014, Advisor, The Atlanta Lawyer, Magazine of the Atlanta Bar Association, 2014
• Author of President's Messages as President of the Atlanta Bar Association, Author, Multiple President's Messages such as "The Importance of Financial Planning" and "A Community Commitment: The Impact of Lawyers Who Give Back", The Atlanta Lawyer, 2014-2015, 2014
• Discussion of Jeff Scroggin's presentation on the evolution of estate planning with regards to tax laws, demographics, and objectives., Author & Issue Editor, "Why and How There is an Evolution of Estate Planning in the Future for Lawyers", The Mortmain, Publication of the Atlanta Bar Association Estate Planning & Probate Section, 2014, The Mortmain, 2014, 2014
• Author, "A Look Back at Atlanta Bar Association Leaders: African Americans and Women in the Organization", The Atlanta Lawyer, Author, "A Look Back at Atlanta Bar Association Leaders: African Americans and Women in the Organization", The Atlanta Lawyer, 2014, 2014
• Radio Appearance, "Atlanta Legal Experts Radio Show", 2014
• Teacher, "Why Every Vote Matters", Therrell High School Law Day Program, Teacher, "Why Every Vote Matters", Therrell High School Law Day Program, 2014
• Lecturer, "What Family Law Attorneys Need to Know", State Bar of GA ICLE, Lecturer, "What Family Law Attorneys Need to Know", State Bar of GA ICLE, 2013
• Speaker, "Effective Networking", Atlanta Bar Association Women in the Profession Section, 2012, Speaker, "Effective Networking", Atlanta Bar Association Women in the Profession Section, 2012, Atlanta Bar Association Women In The Profession Section, 2012
• Panelist, "Award Winning NAWBO Women Business Owners", NAWBO, March 2011, Panelist, "Award Winning NAWBO Women Business Owners", NAWBO, March 2011, 2011
• Speaker, "Estate Planning in an Era of Certain Uncertainty: The Tax Relief Act of 2010 and the Revised Georgia Trust Code of 2010", West Georgia Health Foundation Planned Giving Seminar, May, Speaker, "Estate Planning in an Era of Certain Uncertainty: The Tax Relief Act of 2010 and the Revised Georgia Trust Code of 2010", West Georgia Health Foundation Planned Giving Seminar, May, 2011
• Author: "Caution Required for Internet Wills and other Self-Made Wills", Vitam, West Georgia Health Foundation Newsletter, Author, "Caution Required for Internet Wills and Other Self-Made Wills", Vitam, West Georgia Health Foundation Newsletter, 2011
• Issue Editor, The Mortmain, Publication of the Atlanta Bar Association Estate Planning & Probate Section, Spring 2010, Editor, Issue Editor, The Mortmain, Publication of the Atlanta Bar Association Estate Planning & Probate Section, Spring 2010, 2010
• Author, "Does Converting a Traditional IRA to a Roth IRA Make Economical Sense?", The Mortmain, Publication of the Atlanta Bar Association Estate Planning & Probate Section, Winter, Author, "Does Converting a Traditional IRA to a Roth IRA Make Economical Sense?", The Mortmain, Publication of the Atlanta Bar Association Estate Planning & Probate Section, Winter 2010, 2010
• Author, "Tips for Probate Courts in Metropolitan Atlanta", The Mortmain, Publication of the Atlanta Bar Association Estate Planning & Probate Section, Spring, Author, "Tips for Probate Courts in Metropolitan Atlanta", The Mortmain, Publication of the Atlanta Bar Association Estate Planning & Probate Section, Spring 2010, 2010
• Issue Editor, The Mortmain, Publication of the Atlanta Bar Association Estate Planning & Probate Section, Summer 2009, Editor, The Mortmain, Publication of the Atlanta Bar Association Estate Planning & Probate Section, Issue Editor, Summer 2009, 2009
• Author, "Probate Practice Pitfalls and Pointers Panel", The Mortmain, Publication of the Atlanta Bar Association Estate Planning & Probate Section, Winter 2009., Author, "Probate Practice Pitfalls and Pointers Panel", The Mortmain, Publication of the Atlanta Bar Association Estate Planning & Probate Section, Winter 2009, 2009
• Author, "Estate Tax Reform, Middle Class Clients, Income Taxation of Estates & Trusts", The Mortmain, Publication of the Atlanta Bar Association Estate Planning & Probate Section, 2008, Author, "Estate Tax Reform, Middle Class Clients, Income Taxation of Estates & Trusts", The Mortmain, Publication of the Atlanta Bar Association Estate Planning & Probate Section, 2008, 2008
• Author, "Ask Super Lawyers: How would an estate plan I make with a do-it-yourself kit hold up in Georgia?", Atlanta Magazine, March, Author, "Ask Super Lawyers: How Would an Estate Plan I Make with a Do-It-Yourself Kit Hold Up in Georgia?", Atlanta Magazine, March 2008, 2008
• The Information Exchange, Small Firm/Sole Practitioner Section Newsletter, Atlanta Bar Association, January 2007, Author, "2006 Year End Tax Planning for Individuals", The Information Exchange, Small Firm/Sole Practitioner Section Newsletter, Atlanta Bar Association, January 2007, 2007
• Author, "Recent Developments in Georgia Fiduciary Law," The Mortmain, Author, "Recent Developments in Georgia Fiduciary Law", The Mortmain, Publication of the Atlanta Bar Association Estate Planning & Probate Section, 2006, 2006
• "Financing the Estate Tax in an Illiquid Estate: 6161, 6166, Graegin Loans, Etc.", The Mortmain, 2006, Author, "Financing the Estate Tax in an Illiquid Estate: 6161, 6166, Graegin Loans, Etc.", The Mortmain, 2006, The Mortmain, 2006, 2006
• Teacher, "Dialogue on Brown v. Board of Education", Atlanta Bar May Day Program, Therrell High School, Atlanta, Georgia, May 2004., Teacher, "Dialogue on Brown v. Board of Education", Atlanta Bar May Day Program, Therrell High School, Atlanta, Georgia, May 2004, 2004
• Panelist, "Going Solo: A Practical Approach, Supporting Your Practice: Available Resources," Georgia State University, College of Law, Career Services Office, April 2004, Panelist, "Going Solo: A Practical Approach, Supporting Your Practice: Available Resources," Georgia State University, College of Law, Career Services Office, April 2004, 2004
• Executive Board, It's About Time: Part-Time Policies and Practices in Atlanta Law Firms, Sponsor was the Women in the Profession Section of the Atlanta Bar Association and the Georgia Commission on Women, Executive Board, "It's About Time: Part-Time Policies and Practices in Atlanta Law Firms," Atlanta Bar Association Women in the Profession Section and the Georgia Commission on Women, 2004
• Speaker, "Probate, Beyond the Will" , State Bar of Georgia, CLE, Solo and Small Firm Institute, Speaker, "Probate, Beyond the Will", State Bar of Georgia, CLE, Solo and Small Firm Institute, 2004
• Speaker, "Effective Uses of Trusts, Estate Planning for the General Practitioner: A Comparison of Wills and Trusts,” State Bar of Georgia, CLE, Solo and Small Firm Institute September, 2003, Speaker, "Effective Uses of Trusts, Estate Planning for the General Practitioner: A Comparison of Wills and Trusts", State Bar of Georgia, CLE, Solo and Small Firm Institute, September 2003, 2003
• "Financial Planning" and "Law Practice Management", The Information Exchange, Sole Practitioner and Small Firm Section Newsletter, Atlanta Bar Association, 2001
• "Year End Tax Planning" and "Ethical Considerations on the Internet", The Information Exchange, Sole Practitioner and Small Firm Section Newsletter, Atlanta Bar Association, January, 2001
• Co-Editor & Co-Author, "Women and the Law: An Update", Published by the Georgia Commission on Women and the Georgia Department of Law, Co-Author and Co-Editor, "Women and the Law: An Update", Published by the Georgia Commission on Women and the Georgia Department of Law, 1998
• Co-Editor & Co-Author, "Women and the Law: A Guide to Women's Legal Rights in Georgia", Co-Author and Co-Editor, "Women and the Law: A Guide to Women's Legal Rights in Georgia", 1996
• Georgia Women's Monitor, the newsletter of The Georgia Commission on Women, Vol. 2, Num. 1, Summer 1996, Author, "Legislation Committee: Legal Status of Women Report", Georgia Women's Monitor, the newsletter of The Georgia Commission on Women, Vol. 2, Num. 1, Summer 1996, 1996
• Georgia Women's Monitor, Vol. 1, Num. 1, Fall 1995, Author, "Legislation & Legal Status on Women", Georgia Women's Monitor, Vol. 1, Num. 1, Fall 1995, 1995
• The Women's Monitor Newsletter, during Georgia legislative sessions, 1994-1996, Publisher, The Women's Monitor Newsletter, The Women's Monitor Newsletter, during Georgia legislative sessions, 1994-1996, 1994
• The Information Exchange, SP/SF newsletter, Atlanta Bar Association, Past Editor & Past Chair, Past Editor & Past Chair, The Information Exchange, SP/SF Newsletter, Atlanta Bar Association
• Co-Author: Sections on Wills, Trusts, Starting Your Own Business, Georgia Commission on Women and the Georgia Department of Law, Co-Author, Sections on Wills, Trusts, Starting Your Own Business, Georgia Commission on Women and the Georgia Department of Law
• "Women, Property, and the Law, Part I; Divorce, Part II", Georgia League of Women Voters Guides, 1988., Contributor, "Women, Property, and the Law, Part I; Divorce, Part II", Georgia League of Women Voters Guides, 1988
• Georgia League of Women Voters, League Legislative Newsletter, Editor & Contributor, Editor & Contributor, Georgia League of Women Voters, League Legislative Newsletter, 1987
• Atlanta Council of Young Lawyers (ACYL) Legislative Services Committee, Editorial Staff, 1985., Editorial Staff, Atlanta Council of Young Lawyers (ACYL) Legislative Services Committee, Atlanta Council of Young Lawyers (ACYL) Legislative Services Committee, 1985
• Author: Sections on Power of Attorney. Living Wills and Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care, Author, Sections on Power of Attorney, Living Wills and Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care

Honors

• This year's black-tie event was held at the Ritz-Carlton Downtown Atlanta with about 16 winners throughout Georgia. The theme was to honor women who have worked for Justice in their law careers.  Two District Attorneys were honored. Recipients were nominated by others and gave acceptance speeches. Winners received glass gavels. , "Law and Justice Women of the Year-Georgia's Most Powerful & Influential Women", Women Works Media Group, 2022
• AVVO, 10 out of 10 High Rating in 2023 and many years preceding. , AVVO's Highest Rating, 10 out of 10, AVVO, 2023
• Legal Leaders, Georgia's Top-Rated Lawyers by Martindale-Hubbell in Estate Planning 2012-2023., Legal Leaders, Georgia's Top-Rated Lawyers by Martindale-Hubbell in Estate Planning 2012-2023, Martindale-Hubbell, 2023
• Super Lawyer in Estate Planning & Probate for many years. , Super Lawyer in Estate Planning & Probate, Super Lawyers, 2023
• AV Rated Preeminent Martindale-Hubbell for many years., AV Rated Preeminent, including by the Judicial Section, Martindale-Hubbell, Martindale-Hubbell, 2023
• Outstanding Woman in the Profession Achievement Award, given by the Women in Profession Section of the Atlanta Bar Association, June 2016 at the Capital City Club downtown. , Outstanding Woman in the Profession Achievement Award, Women in the Profession Board, Atlanta Bar Association, 2016
• Atlanta Business Chronicle’s 100 Most Influential People in Law and Accounting, 2014, Atlanta Business Chronicle 's 100 Most Influential People in Law and Accounting, 2014., Atlanta Business Chronicle, 2014
• Georgia Women's Institute Leadership in Business and Law Award., Georgia Women's Institute Leadership in Business and Law Award, Georgia Women's Institute, 2010
• NAWBO Atlanta WE Advocate Award as a Community Professional. , NAWBO Atlanta WE Advocate Award as a community professional, National Association of Women Business Owners, 2008
• Top 50 Women Lawyers in Georgia, Georgia Super Lawyers, Top 50 Super Lawyers in Georgia, Georgia Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers, 2008
• Outstanding public service in providing legal representation to low-income citizens of Georgia, December 31, 2007, Outstanding Public Service in providing legal representation to low-income citizens of Georgia.., State Bar of Georgia, 2007
• Recipient, Chief Justice Benham Award for Community Service, Recipient, Chief Justice Benham Award for Community Service, State Bar of Georgia, State Bar of Georgia, 2004
• Distinguished Volunteer Leadership in Birth Defects Prevention, March of Dimes, North Georgia Chapter Board of Directors, 1989-1991, Distinguished Volunteer Leadership in Birth Defects Prevention, March of Dimes, North GA Chapter Board of Directors, 1991
• Phi Kappa Literary Society, University of Georgia
• Phi Kappa Phi, University of Georgia
• Phi Alpha Theta, University of Georgia

Awards

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AV Preeminent®: This elite award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for their very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 4.5 or higher.