Young Thug Advocates for Future Defense Attorneys in Surprise Emory Law School Appearance After Jail Release
Atlanta, GA – Recently released from incarceration, rapper Young Thug, whose legal name is Jeffery Williams, has actively begun advocating for the critical role of defense attorneys in the justice system. During a FaceTime call to an Emory Law School class, Williams detailed his harrowing legal experiences and emphasized the stark choices facing aspiring lawyers. Williams, who was entangled in a lengthy legal battle that culminated in a plea agreement on October 31, recounted his more than two-year period behind bars before his release. Reflecting on this experience, he shared with the law students his … Read more