Notable students and grads

Christian Dennis of Riverdale was recognized recently for pro bono honors with high distinction at Georgia State University’s College of Law.

Faryn Wallace of Fayetteville was recognized recently by Georgia State University’s College of Law for serving unmet legal needs through pro bono legal services, and was awarded pro bono honors with distinction.

Jacob Montano of Fayetteville and Zack Thompson of Newnan also were among those students who provided pro bono services.

The College of Law’s Pro Bono Recognition Program is designed to encourage students to engage in such activities while in law school and thus conduct themselves in accordance with the highest values and standards of the legal profession.

Pro bono activities include not only those that ensure adequate legal services for moderate- and low-income individuals, but also efforts that enhance the capacity of law and legal institutions to do justice. Activities in the local community that promote justice are also recognized.

The Class of 2016 provided 12,850.1 hours in pro bono service through April 8.