Legal Research and Writing

Combining her broad work history with large corporations, small businesses, and other business entities with her formal knowledge of the law, Valynda teaches in-depth knowledge of Legal Aspects of Business Organizations. With her creative teaching style, and her experiences facilitating groups, developing enrichment programs, and analyzing organizational plans, Valynda creates a dynamic learning environment.
Valynda holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminology and English Literature and a Master of Social Work degree with a concentration in social leadership from Florida State University. She holds a Juris Doctor degree in Law and a Master of Laws in advocacy and dispute resolution from Thomas Goode Jones School of Law. Valynda holds certificates in Leadership in Executive and Administrative Development (LEAD) and dispute resolution. Additionally, she is a certified civil mediator, guardian ad litem, licensed clinical social worker, and private independent practitioner.
Valynda currently serves as the Civil Judicial Law Clerk for the Honorable Michael A. Youngpeter in the 13th Judicial Circuit for the State of Alabama. She is licensed to practice law in all Alabama state courts and is admitted to practice before the U.S. District Courts for the Northern, Middle and Southern Districts of Alabama. Valynda is a member of the Alabama State Bar solo and small firms, family law, litigation, and young lawyers sections. She is also a member of the Mobile Bar Association and the Junior League of Mobile.