ATLANTA – State Representative Tanya F. Miller (D-Atlanta) was recently inducted into the American College of Trial Lawyers (ACTL) at its annual meeting in Nashville, Tennessee. The ACTL, comprising of the top one percent of trial lawyers in North America, is dedicated to recognizing excellence in advocacy, ethics and professionalism in the legal field.
“It is an honor to be inducted into the American College of Trial Lawyers,” said Rep. Miller. “Being in the company of such influential figures in the legal profession is incredibly humbling. As a former state and federal prosecutor and civil rights lawyer, I have always been committed to advocating for justice. Now, as the state representative for Georgia’s House District 62, I remain focused on advancing laws and policies that protect the rights of my constituents and uphold the rule of law—principles that align with the values the College stands for.”
Rep. Miller joins a group of fellows that includes Thurgood Marshall, the civil rights lawyer who argued Brown v. Board of Education and became the first African American Supreme Court Justice; Sandra Day O’Connor, the first woman appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court; and Ruth Bader Ginsburg, an advocate for women’s rights and gender equality. Other ACTL fellows include Robert Mueller, former FBI Director and Special Counsel; David Boies, known for cases like Bush v. Gore; and Griffin Bell, former U.S. Attorney General.
In addition to promoting excellence in trial advocacy, the ACTL is involved in charitable efforts to support the administration of justice. Through its Emil Gumpert Award, the College funds projects that aim to improve access to the legal system, ensuring that all citizens have an opportunity to seek justice. Established in 1950, the ACTL is an organization focused on improving the standards of trial practice, professionalism and ethics within the legal profession. With over 5,000 members in the U.S. and Canada, membership is offered by invitation to trial lawyers who meet its standards of professional excellence and integrity. The College also supports initiatives that promote access to justice and preserve the jury trial system.
Representative Tanya F. Miller represents the citizens of District 62, which includes portions of Fulton County. She was elected to the House of Representatives in 2022 and currently serves on the Code Revision, Information and Audits and Judiciary Non-Civil committees.
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