In a recent development, Roscoe Jones, a seasoned partner at Gibson Dunn, has been appointed as the new Dean of Drake Law School, setting a new precedent as the first African American to hold this esteemed position. This decision was met with substantial delight, given Jones’s well-known expertise and reputation within the legal community.
A practicing lawyer with extensive experience, Roscoe Jones has been pivotal in marking major legal achievements at Gibson Dunn. Now, as Dean of Drake Law, Jones’s focus will seemingly remain on the blend of theory and practical learning that has come to define the school’s educational approach. In his own words, Jones shared in a statement, “I am humbled to lead a community committed to an unwavering collegiality and a singular mission to prepare students to promote justice, service, and ethics.”
Drake Law’s firm dedication to applying theoretical understanding in a practical framework is largely appreciated by the legal community. With Jones at its helm, the school is poised to continue its tradition of shaping well-rounded professionals in the justice system while also setting new standards in the world of legal education.