AUSTIN, Texas – Dec. 2, 2024 – Elizabeth Ross Hadley, a shareholder in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP’s Government Law & Policy and Litigation practices, was selected to serve as the chair of the University of Mississippi’s (Ole Miss) Political Science Advisory Board. Hadley received her B.A in political science and J.D. from Ole Miss.
“The Alumni Advisory Board has a long history of providing strong support to the Department of Political Science. Elizabeth Hadley will bring enthusiasm and an unwavering commitment to her new role as Chair of the Board. All of us in the department are thrilled with her selection, and look forward to working with her on projects that will help our students and faculty reach new opportunities,” said Dr. John Bruce, Chair of the Department of Political Science at the University of Mississippi.
Since joining the advisory board in 2018, Hadley has played a pivotal role in guiding and shaping the department's direction. As the new chair, she will ensure the department's continued success and growth in the coming years. Hadley succeeds former Mississippi State Treasurer Marshall Bennett.
“As an Ole Miss alumna, having the chance to serve and give back as chair of the Political Science Advisory Board is especially meaningful to me. I look forward to collaborating with the Ole Miss team as we continue fostering innovation and excellence within the Department," Hadley said.
Hadley is board certified in legislative and campaign law by The Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Her government practice includes representing clients with legislative, regulatory, and administrative issues across all policy areas, with an emphasis on insurance regulation, economic development, technology, financial institutions, health care, the Texas Public Information Act, procurement matters, and campaign finance compliance in Texas. She has an intimate understanding of legislative and government agency processes given her prior experience working within the U.S. Senate, the Texas State Senate, and the Texas Department of Agriculture. Hadley also practices civil litigation in Texas and Mississippi for numerous clients across various subject matters..
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