Andre was born and raised in Los Angeles, California and spent the first part of his life being raised by a single mother who worked hard to support him and his older sister. From that, he learned the value of hard work and what it means to push through adversity.
Andre has recently achieved recognition as a Top 40 Under 40 attorney by The National Black Lawyers (California). He remains dedicated to advocating for his clients, consistently securing millions in recoveries on their behalf.
Admission Details
1998, Georgia
Education
- John Marshall Law School, Class of 1997, J.D.
- Brenau University, Class of 1991, B.S.
- Liberty University, Advanced Biblical Studies
Associations & Memberships
- American Association of Christian Counselors
- American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys
- Northeastern Judicial Bar Association
Publications
Do I need a Will? 'Setting Your House in Order' Legally - Spiritually & Financially
Awards
- 2018: Listed in Marquis Who's Who in the World
- 2019: Listed as one of the Top Attorney's of Georgia as Published in Atlanta Magazine
- 2022: Listed as one of America's Most Honored Lawyers
- 2019-2022 Nominated for Premier Lawyers of America/Lawyers of Distinction
- 2026: The National Black Lawyers Top 100 (GA)
Caprisa T. Clowney is an attorney with Meriwether & Tharp who practices family law throughout Georgia. She brings a strategic, client-centered approach to each matter and pairs strong advocacy with genuine compassion for the people and families she serves. She represents clients in divorce, child custody, child support, legitimation, modifications, and complex family law disputes.
Ms. Clowney blends strong courtroom advocacy with thoughtful negotiation and mediation when resolution best serves a client's interests. As a registered General/Civil Mediator in Georgia, she provides steady guidance, clear communication, and practical solutions for clients navigating emotionally challenging transitions.
Ms. Clowney's background reflects a commitment to public service and dispute resolution. She previously served as an Assistant District Attorney and Assistant Solicitor General. Prior to her admission to the State Bar of Georgia, she held leadership roles with the Georgia Commission on Equal Opportunity, where she served as Equal Employment Division Director, Ethics Compliance Officer, and In-House Mediator.
Ms. Clowney earned her Juris Doctor from Atlanta's John Marshall Law School and holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from the University of South Carolina, with an additional cognitive credential in Psychology. Ms. Clowney has been licensed to practice law in Georgia since 2020 and has been admitted to the Georgia Supreme Court and Georgia Court of Appeals since 2022.
Outside of her legal work, Ms. Clowney stays active in her community and is a proud mother of two sons. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, and exploring new recipes in the kitchen.
McPherson Law was founded by Shevelle McPherson, Esq., as a Professional Law Firm. Shevelle McPherson earned her bachelor’s degree from Rutgers University and her law degree from Seton Hall University School of Law in Newark, New Jersey. She earned her master’s degree in Trial Advocacy from Temple Law School in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She formerly served as an Assistant District Attorney for the City of Philadelphia where she was a Trial Attorney in the Major Trial Unit.
Shevelle McPherson is an experienced criminal trial lawyer and member of the National Association of Distinguished Counsel – The Nation’s Top 1% Attorney’s. She has successfully defended clients charged with capital homicide, murder, rape, robbery, burglary, carjacking, kidnapping, forgery, gun, DUI, and drug offenses. She has been selected a "Rising Star" Attorney by Pennsylvania Super Lawyers, featured in the Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Magazine, Rising Stars Edition, as well as the Philadelphia Magazine. She has also been featured in South Jersey Magazine, and the Top 100 Successful Women in Business Magazine.
Shevelle McPherson is a member of the New Jersey State Bar. McPherson Law is dedicated to providing our clients with both aggressive and quality legal representation.
Orla is a seasoned litigator concentrating her practice on product liability, mass torts, and commercial litigation disputes. She works closely with clients to assess potential risks, develop comprehensive defense strategies, and minimize exposure to liability. Her approach to litigation is client-centric, focusing on the client’s needs not only during, but prior to and after litigation.
Orla has successfully represented corporate and individual clients across a broad spectrum of industries. She defends food manufacturers and suppliers in product liability cases across the United States, including class actions, and single- and multi-plaintiff claims. She also represents supply chain clients related to consumer product claims involving, among other things, lithium-ion batteries, immersive devices, laptops, tablets, gaming devices, sporting equipment, scooters, and medical devices. She also handles automobile, construction, premises liability, and contract dispute claims.
In obtaining the many favorable outcomes Orla has achieved for her clients, she has worked with a multitude of experts and consultants across many disciplines, including FDA regulatory specialists, mechanical and electrical engineers, metallurgists, fire investigators, meteorologists, OSHA experts, medical specialists, economists, vocational rehabilitation specialists, and life care planners. She has a notable record of achieving favorable results for her clients during dispositive and discovery motion practice, at mediations and settlement conferences, and on appeal.
Orla is deeply committed to diversity, community service, and pro bono efforts. She actively mentors students from diverse backgrounds, preparing them for college, law school, and legal careers. She also serves as the Assistant Corporate Secretary and a board member, and previously served as Treasurer of the Defense Association of New York (DANY). She co-chairs the Products Liability and the Young and New Lawyers Committees, and is a member of the Judicial Screening Committee, and the DRI and Other Bar Organizations Committee for the Defense Association of New York. She also served as the New York State Representative for the Defense Research Institute for the 2021–2024 term. She also maintains an active pro bono practice.