Our firm is ready and able to meet your legal needs. You can feel confident that the Law Office of Keiko Griffin will work to provide you with outstanding legal representation. We understand the hardships you may be experiencing, whether it be divorce, child custody, or any other family law problem, and we are anxious to resolve them. We provide excellent legal services in the Central Texas area and we are fully prepared to handle your needs.
Bar Admissions
Education
- The University of Texas School of Law, Austin, Texas
- J.D. – 2003
- Law Journal: Texas Journal of Civil Liberties and Civil Rights, 2002 – 2003
- University of Texas, Austin
- Bachelor of Social Work – 1999
- Honors: With High Honors
Classes/Seminars
- Christian Motivational Speaker:, Paraclete Ministry, Journey to Healing Ministry, BVT Ministries
- Facilitator, Christian Business Women’s Ministry (DEBOW), 2011-2013
Honors and Awards
- Named 2016 10 Best Attorneys : American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
- Named 2016 10 Best Client Satisfaction: American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
- Recipient, Charles Alan Wright Scholarship
Professional Associations and Memberships
- Bell County Bar Association- Family Law Section, Member
- Texas Young Lawyers Association, Member
- Harker Heights Chamber of Commerce, Member
- Williamson County Bar Association, Member
- Austin Bar Association, Member
- State Bar of Texas, Member
- National Association of Professional Women, Member
- Better Business Bureau
- Texas Exes, Member
- Longhorn Foundation, Member
- Travis County Bar Association
- Greater Administrator Children's Church
- Greater Women's Ministry Core Team Leader
Fraternities/Sororities
Anisha Murphy, a Twin Cities native, founded Just Law LLC with the goal of providing entrepreneurs, businesses, and nonprofit organizations with innovative, creative, and accessible legal tools to support sustainable and equitable business development and growth. The firm’s vision is to equip businesses with the legal knowledge and resources they need to thrive.
Academic & Teaching Experience
In addition to her legal practice, Anisha serves as an Adjunct Professor at Hamline University and Mitchell Hamline School of Law. She teaches courses in Transactions and Contracts in Business (Transactional Law) and Trial Advocacy.
Fellowships & Community Engagement
Anisha is currently a Legal Fellow at the Sustainable Economic Law Center in Oakland, California, and a Cooperative Development Fellow at Nexus Community Partners in Minnesota.
Education
- Master of Public Administration, Hamline University, 2016
- Juris Doctor, Hamline University, 2014
- Bachelor of Arts, Hamline University, 2011
Bar & Court Admissions
Affiliations & Memberships
- Minnesota State Bar Association, Member
- Minnesota Association of Black Lawyers, Member
- Global Shapers, Member
- Minnesota Black Chamber of Commerce, Board Member
- African American Leadership Forum, Board Member
- City of Minneapolis Target Market Program
Kaylin L. Whittingham is a former New York State Commissioner on Ethics and Lobbying in Government and a Referee for the New York State Commission on Judicial Conduct. She is the Principal of Whittingham Law, where she concentrates her practice on legal ethics and professional responsibility.
Prior Legal & Government Experience
Before entering private practice, Kaylin served as Counsel to the Attorney Grievance Committee, First Judicial Department, where she investigated and prosecuted a broad range of professional misconduct matters. She previously served as Staff Attorney with Mental Hygiene Legal Services in the First Department and began her legal career in the Litigation Bureau of the New York State Attorney General’s Office.
Kaylin also served as a Judicial Intern to the Honorable Dolores K. Sloviter of the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit and the Honorable Milton Tingling of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, New York County.
Legal Ethics & Professional Responsibility Leadership
Kaylin currently serves on the American Bar Association Commission on IOLTA (Interest on Lawyers Trust Accounts) and is a member of the Association of Professional Responsibility Lawyers. She is also a member of the Association of the Bar of the City of New York Presidential Task Force on Artificial Intelligence and Digital Technologies.
Her prior leadership roles include Chair of the Association of the Bar of the City of New York Professional Discipline Committee; member of the New York State Bar Association Committee on Professional Ethics; member of the Association of the Bar of the City of New York Council on the Profession Committee and Litigation Funding Task Force; member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association Ethics Compendium Board of Advisors; and Secretary of the Ethics and Unauthorized Practice of Law Committee for the American Immigration Lawyers Association, New York Chapter.
Bar Leadership & Professional Service
As a bar leader, Kaylin has served as President of the Association of Black Women Attorneys; Board Member of the National Bar Association Board of Governors; member of the Network of Bar Leaders Executive Council; Chair of the Committee of Bar Leaders; Secretary of the Women in the Law Section; member of the New York State Bar Association Nomination Committee; and member of the Committee on Leadership Development.
She is currently a member of the New York State Bar Association Executive Committee, a member of the House of Delegates, and a New York State Bar Foundation Fellow.
Community Involvement
Outside the legal community, Kaylin serves on the Board of Catholic Migration Services and previously served on the Board of Unique People Services, a nonprofit organization serving individuals with developmental disabilities, mental illness, and HIV/AIDS.
Honors & Recognition
Kaylin is featured in the Book and World Exhibit, “200 Women: Who Will Change the Way You See the World.” Her honors include:
- 2016 Black Women of Influence (BWOI) Trailblazer Award
- 2017 Association of Black Women Attorneys Achievement Award
- 2018 National Bar Association Presidential Award
- Top 100 National Black Lawyers (2020, 2023, 2024)
- New York Metro Area Super Lawyer (2022, 2023, 2024)
Advocacy & Professional Mission
Guided by her mantra—“Inspire. Empower. Engage.”—Kaylin is a dedicated advocate for women’s rights, immigrants, victims of domestic violence, and individuals living with mental illness.
Bar & Court Admissions
New York
New Jersey
United States District Court for the Southern District of New York
United States District Court for the District of New Jersey
Jamiel’s law practice journey began in Montgomery, Alabama where he practiced as a public defender and spent time in the courtroom daily. Jamiel moved on to have a distinguished career in the U.S. Air Force JAG Corps where he developed exceptional leadership skills and a steadfast commitment to service. His military background instilled in him a sense of duty and resilience that he carries into the courtroom, ensuring that his clients receive the dedicated representation they deserve. To date, Jamiel continues to serve his country as an officer in the Air National Guard.
Courtroom Litigation and Trial Advocacy
With an impressive track record in courtroom litigation, Jamiel has represented clients in more than 20 states throughout his career, mastering the intricacies of trial advocacy. His extensive experience in the courtroom equips him to navigate complex legal challenges and advocate effectively for truck accident victims. Jamiel’s relentless pursuit of justice and his calm yet tenacious courtroom presence makes him a formidable opponent to negligent trucking companies and their insurers.
Jamiel’s Life-Changing Experience: From Survivor to Advocate
The deafening crunch of metal and fiberglass, the sickening sensation of momentum suddenly halted, and the surreal moments that followed are forever etched in Jamiel’s memory. While traveling westbound on I-20 through Birmingham, Alabama, Jamiel’s life changed in an instant when a passenger vehicle collided with his tractor-trailer at a high speed in a disastrous crash that could have claimed his life. Jamiel often recounts the crash as “the moment time stood still”—undoubtedly the most terrifying experience he has ever endured. This brush with tragedy transformed not just his personal outlook, but the very foundation of how he approaches his work with clients. When Jamiel sits across from someone describing their own truck accident trauma, there’s no need to imagine their fear or pain—he has lived it. This profound personal understanding creates an immediate connection with clients that transcends the typical attorney-client relationship, allowing him to advocate with a rare combination of legal experience and genuine empathy that only comes from walking the difficult path of recovery himself.
From Behind the Wheel to Behind Your Case
Jamiel is an advocate who brings authentic commercial driving credentials to your fight for justice. As a holder of a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), he possesses an in-depth understanding of the complexities of the trucking industry and the regulations governing it. Having spent many hours behind the wheel of an 18-wheeler driving through small towns and on interstates, Jamiel is diligent in identifying the root causes of truck driver and trucking company negligence. This experience and insight allows him to uncover crucial details in truck crash cases that may otherwise be overlooked, giving his clients a significant advantage. His technical knowledge acts like a secret weapon in negotiations.
Advocacy and Education
Jamiel’s commitment to truck crash victims extends beyond the courtroom. He speaks at various bar events and Continuing Legal Education (CLE) seminars on truck crashes, sharing his insight with other legal professionals. Additionally, Jamiel advocates for safety by speaking at Alabama trucking schools, educating both current and future drivers on best practices. His lobbying efforts aim to incorporate questions from the commercial driver’s license exam into the regular operating license and permit exams to raise highway safety standards for all drivers.
Southern Roots and Personal Interests
Having grown up in south Georgia just outside of Dothan, Alabama, Jamiel’s southern roots run deep. His upbringing in this close-knit community has shaped his values and instilled in him a strong sense of community and service. Outside of his legal practice, Jamiel enjoys traveling, engaging in outdoor activities such as hunting and fishing, and cheering on his favorite college football teams. He also has a passion for cooking and loves spending quality time with family. Jamiel attends church at The Vine Church Birmingham, where they are active members of their faith community. Jamiel Peterson’s unique blend of military leadership, courtroom prowess, personal experience, and specialized knowledge positions him as an exceptional attorney for anyone affected by truck crashes. Through Alabama Truck Crash Lawyers, P.C., he continues to uphold his dedication to justice, ensuring that every client receives the full support and compensation they rightfully deserve.
Education
J.D., Southern University Law Center, 2013
B.S., Columbus State University, 2010
Dedrick Gordon is the owner of Gordon Injury Lawyers, a law firm conveniently located in downtown Chicago and the Art District of New Orleans. He concentrates his legal practice in several areas primarily involving a trial practice in cases involving serious personal injury, medical malpractice, and wrongful death.
Mr. Gordon is an Illinois and Louisiana licensed trial lawyer. Mr. Gordon grew up in Chicago, but maintains strong New Orleans roots. His father was born and raised in New Orleans, and his grandfather owned and operated a produce company in the French Quarter for many years.
Mr. Gordon has successfully recovered hundreds of substantial settlements and jury verdicts on behalf of injury victims and their families. Recently, Mr. Gordon obtained a $3.125 million dollar settlement due to a hospital's negligence. Mr. Gordon has gained a reputation for his aggressive approach to helping his clients obtain the justice they deserve.
Mr. Gordon was named a 2023, 2022 and 2021 Illinois Rising Star Super Lawyer, an honor bestowed on only 2.5% of the lawyers in Illinois each year, and was featured in Chicago Magazine. This is the second year in a row Mr. Gordon has been named an Illinois Super Lawyers Rising Star for his outstanding work in personal injury litigation.
Mr. Gordon is a former associate of Nilson, Stookal, Gleason & Caputo, Ltd., a Chicago-based law firm with 30-plus years of representing individuals in serious injury, medical malpractice, wrongful death and workers compensation matters; that has successfully recovered several millions of dollars in jury verdicts and settlements on behalf of its clients.
Mr. Gordon served as a member of the Board of Directors of the Cook County Bar Association and member of the Membership Committee of the Cook County Bar Association.
Mr. Gordon is an active member of the Chicago Bar Association, Cook County Bar Association, DuPage County Bar Association, Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, Illinois State Bar Association, Louisiana State Bar Association, Louisiana Association for Justice, and New Orleans Bar Association.
Mr. Gordon is a graduate of the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law. Mr. Gordon worked for the Consumer Protection Unit and Homeowner Protection Unit of the Indiana Attorney General’s Office, and clerked for the Securities Division for the Indiana Secretary of State.