Quin Beaver
Hometown: Central New York
Undergraduate Institution: Utica University
Legal Interest: Business law
My name is Quinlyn Beaver (Quin)! I grew up in Upstate New York and received my undergraduate degree from Utica University where I majored in political science as a member of their pre-law program. I am interested in pursuing business law and have worked for both Syracuse University’s Department of Athletic Compliance and Syracuse-based Pact Legal as an Outside General Council. I currently serve as the Vice President of the Sports and Entertainment Law Society. The College of Law, being the most supportive community, has become like family to me. Please reach out with any questions; I would love to meet you and help with your journey to law school. Go Orange!
Mahoganie Counts
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Undergraduate Institution: Louisiana State University
Legal Interest: Litigation
mcounts@syr.edu
Hi, my name is Mahogani Counts, and I am a 3L at Syracuse University College of Law! I am originally from Atlanta, Georgia, and completed my undergraduate studies at Louisiana State University in 2021. I have a bachelor’s degree in mass communication with a concentration in political communication. I decided to attend Syracuse Law due to its professional reputation and commitment to creating opportunities for diverse students. While working towards my J.D., I am also pursuing a Certificate of Advanced Study in National Security Policy and Law. I’m extremely passionate about a career in litigation and am looking forward to graduation! When I’m in Dineen Hall, you can either find me in the Atrium with friends or in the courtroom downstairs! When I’m not in Dineen Hall, I usually lie cozy in my bed. If you ever see me around, don’t be shy, say hello!
Christine Decker
Hometown: Central New York
Undergraduate Institution: Syracuse University
csdecker@syr.edu
I am a nontraditional 3L at Syracuse University College of Law. I grew up in Central New York and received my bachelor’s degree in nutrition dietetics from the one and only Syracuse University and a post-bachelor’s in business law from Cornell University. I transferred to the College of Law because of its strong community, alumni network, and dedication to diversity and inclusion. The journey to law school isn’t always a straight line, and the Syracuse Law community can help guide you. I’d be happy to talk to you about my experiences, so feel free to reach out!
Selin Ince
Hometown: Rochester, NY
Undergraduate Institution: Nazareth College
seince@syr.edu
My name is Selin Ince and I am a 3L at the College of Law. Originally from Rochester, New York, I graduated from Nazareth College in Rochester where I received a bachelor’s degree in legal studies. I chose Syracuse Law because of the atmosphere of Dineen Hall as well as the welcoming community. The faculty and staff truly want you to succeed and put you on the right path for your specified interests and goals. This year, I am the Multimedia Editor of Syracuse Law Review, the Secretary of the Middle Eastern Law Students Association, and a Research Assistant. I am happy to discuss my experience at the College of Law and answer any questions you may have. Please feel free to reach out!
Nikita Norman
Hometown: Eagle Bridge, NY
Undergraduate Institution: SUNY Oneonta
Legal Interest: Business immigration
njnorman@syr.edu
My name is Nikita Norman and I am a 3L at Syracuse University College of Law. I’m from Eagle Bridge, New York, and received my undergraduate degree in criminal justice from the State University of New York at Oneonta. I am interested in working in the field of business immigration. I chose the College of Law because of the vast opportunities not only while you are here, but as alumni as well. It’s truly a community here, which is really important to me as a first-generation law student. As a 3L, I am the President of the First-Generation Law Students Association, a member of the Appellate Division of the Travis H.D. Lewin Advocacy Honor Society, and a member of the College of Law’s American Bar Association National Appellate Advocacy Competition team.
Joseph Marchese
Hometown: Batavia, NY
Undergraduate Institution: St. John Fisher College/University
Legal Interest: Wills, Trusts, Estates, and Elder Law
Jpmarche@syr.edu
I chose Syracuse University College of law because I believed that it offered me the best of both worlds. Being that Syracuse is both locally and nationally recognized if offered me the opportunity to stay in the local community or branch out nationwide. Not many law schools can say that they offer both opportunities. I would not want to be anywhere else!
Bill Braker
Hometown: San Jose, CA
Undergraduate Institution: University of Oregon
Legal Interest: Criminal law
webraker@syr.edu
I chose Syracuse University College of Law because of its strong Advocacy programs and the hands-on student experiences the College of Law offers. I am a member of the Travis H.D. Lewin Advocacy Honor Society intercollegiate trial teams that compete nationwide as I endeavor to be a trial attorney. I am also a member of the Cold Case Justice Initiative which has been one of the most rewarding law school experiences as I have been able to speak with families of victims of unsolved civil rights-era murders and help bring justice to their families.
Gabrielle Powell
Hometown: Rochester, NY
Undergraduate Institution: Hampton University
gtreid@syr.edu
My name is Gabrielle Powell from Rochester, New York, and am a third-year law student here at Syracuse University College of Law. I earned my bachelor’s degree in political science from Hampton University. Prior to attending Syracuse Law, I worked as a Paralegal at a law firm and legal services organization for several years. I am a wife, mom to my six-year-old daughter, and bonus mom to two. I am happy to discuss my experiences at Syracuse Law and answer any questions you may have. Please feel free to email me!
Chris Salotto
Hometown: Fishkill, NY
Undergraduate Institution: Syracuse University
csalotto@syr.edu
My name is Christopher (Chris) Salotto and I am from Fishkill, New York. I am a third-year law student at Syracuse University College of Law after earning my bachelor’s degree in supply chain management from the Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University. Throughout my time at the College of Law, I have been involved with the Innovation Law Center and the Transactional Law Clinic in addition to being a College of Law Ambassador. After my first year at Syracuse Law, I was able to work as a Corporate Counsel intern at CooperSurgical, Inc. in Trumbull, Connecticut. This past summer I worked as an International Tax J.D. intern at KPMG in New York City. This academic year I am an extern at SRC, Inc. in Syracuse. All these experiences made it an easy decision to become a Law Ambassador as I enjoy giving back to the Syracuse Law community and want to provide other students with the guidance and support that I received. Please feel free to reach out to me via email for any questions or concerns you may have regarding Syracuse Law.
Tim Ninnemann
Hometown: Elverson, PA
Undergraduate Institution: East Stroudsburg University
Legal Interest: Disability law
tsninnem@syr.edu
Prior to attending the College of Law, I earned a bachelor’s degree in philosophy and communication from East Stroudsburg University. I am currently working on my dual degree with the School of Education in Cultural Foundations of Education with a Certificate of Advanced Study in Disability Studies. The prestigious Disability Law and Policy Program is what attracted me to the College of Law. I am also the administrative editor of the Journal of Global Rights and Organizations and am a member of the Travis H.D. Lewin Advocacy Honor Society’s Appellate and Alternative Dispute Resolution divisions and the director of the Bond, Schoeneck & King Alternative Dispute Resolution Competition.
Brendan Fratis
Hometown: Stafford, VA
Undergraduate Institution: Virginia Commonwealth University
bofratis@syr.edu
My name is Brendan Fratis, and I am a 3L at Syracuse University College of Law. I am from Stafford, Virginia, which is a little under an hour south of Washington D.C.
I received my undergraduate degrees from Virginia Commonwealth University in political science and homeland security. I chose Syracuse Law because of the school’s alumni network and the connections that I could foster within the legal community.
At the College of Law, I work as the competition director for the Entertainment and Sports Law Society’s Negotiation Competition, and I serve on the Executive Board of the Travis H.D. Lewin Advocacy Honor Society, and the Entertainment and Sports Law Society. I am a huge sports fan, so in my free time I love to play anything from football, soccer, baseball, and basketball to almost any obscure sport you can find, I love going to the gym, playing video games, and hanging out with friends when not studying in the atrium. My favorite sports teams are the Philadelphia pro teams, Bayern Munich, and I am a massive Penn State fan, but of course, I love the Orange too, I look forward to connecting with you, and Go Orange!