Bryan Stevenson

Bryan Stevenson is a prominent American lawyer and social justice activist known for his dedication to defending individuals who have been wrongfully convicted, particularly those on death row. He is the founder of the Equal Justice Initiative (EJI), an organization that provides legal representation to prisoners who have been denied fair trials. Stevenson gained national recognition for his work on high-profile cases, including that of Walter McMillan, whose wrongful conviction highlighted systemic racism and injustice in the legal system. His memoir, 'Just Mercy,' details these experiences and has been adapted into a critically acclaimed film.