Mary Barnard Church - Staff Attorney, Heirs' Property
mchurch@mscenterforjustice.org
Mary Barnard Church serves as Heirs’ Property Campaign staff attorney at the MS Center for Justice. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Political Science from Mississippi College and a Juris Doctorate from the University of Illinois Chicago Law School. During her time in law school, Mary was actively involved in the Restorative Justice Clinic, where she played a crucial role in assisting children in inner-city Chicago schools. Her work focused on improving students’ behavior, attendance, and academic performance, demonstrating a profound dedication to community service and restorative justice. After graduating, Mary returned home to Mississippi to build a career in civil law. Mary enjoys spending time with her wife, reading, traveling, and doing DIY projects.