Advising Resources
Pre-law advising at USA for first and second year students is available through meetings
with the three AATS advisors listed below. First and second year students should also
contact Dr. Ryan Williams, the university's pre-law advisor. He can be reached at ryanjwilliams@southalabama.edu
Pre-Law Interest Form
If you are interested in Pre-Law at the University of South Alabama or would like more information, please complete this form.
Pre-Law Checklist
Throughout your time as an undergraduate, there are a number of steps we recommend you take as you work toward a legal career. Click here to view our pre-law checklist featuring recommendations on preparing for law school in your first, second, and third years at South Alabama.

Dr. Ryan Williams is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science & Criminal Justice. Dr. Williams earned his B.A. and A.B.J. from the University of Georgia and his M.A. and Ph.D. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Taylor Davis
tcdavis@southalabama.edu
251-341-4017
Taylor Davis has her BA in Political Science & Philosophy and MA in Public Administration from South. Taylor works to help students achieve their educational goals through appreciative advising. Get connected with Taylor to learn more about Pre-Law.

Victoria McMahon
vmcmahon@southalabama.
(251) 341-4017
Victoria McMahon is an Academic Advisor with Academic Advising and Transfer Services. As a pre-law advisor, Victoria is here to help students define their goals, find an academic program suited to their interests and career aspirations, and get connected with resources here at South Alabama.

Dallas Schmidt
dallasschmidt@
(251) 341-4017
Dallas Schmidt is a 2014 graduate of the University of South Alabama with a BA in Communications. She is currently pursuing Masters in Higher Educational Leadership at the University of South Alabama.