Lisamarie Bristol

Lisamarie Bristol (J.D. ’09) is an Adjunct Professor at Georgia State University College of Law, teaching Lawyering Advocacy to second-year students. She serves as Gwinnett County Solicitor General since 2023, being the first African-American woman in this role. Her legal career spans public defense, prosecution, and specialized elder abuse training.

• Education:
  • J.D., Georgia State University College of Law
  • B.S., Psychology (Specialized Honors), York University

Her professional focus includes criminal prosecution, advocacy for vulnerable victims, and community legal partnerships. She has contributed to national elder abuse prosecution curricula funded by the Department of Justice.

Scientific Awards:

• Top 40 under 40 Alumni, Georgia State University (2018)

Professor Bristol actively engages in community organizations: President of the Greater Atlanta Black Prosecutors Association, member of Gwinnett GAWL, GABWA, Gate City Bar Association, and Gwinnett County Bar Association.