Managing Attorney

Jovani is admitted to practice law in Florida and the District of Columbia. Her practice focuses on representing individuals seeking strategic legal advocacy, as well as nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations in matters involving their operations and missions. 

She began her legal career as an associate attorney at one of Florida’s largest private litigation firms before serving as in-house associate general counsel for a leading national insurance carrier.  Before her legal career, Jovani was a purser flight attendant with American Airlines, traveling throughout the United States and abroad. This experience gives her a global perspective, deepens her appreciation for diverse cultures, and strengthens her ability to connect with her international clients.  

In her spare time, Jovani volunteers with various nonprofit organizations and participates in local bar associations. She is also politically involved in her community. She serves as a Precinct Committee Chairwoman in Hillsborough County, Florida. In that role, she campaigns for general get-out-the-vote efforts. 

Education:

• Florida A&M University College of Law, J.D. - Juris Doctorate
• Clayton State University, B.Sc. - Legal Studies

Memberships:

• The Florida Bar Association
• The District of Columbia Bar Association
• American Bar Association
• Christian Legal Society
• U.S. Christian Chambers of Commerce
• Global Philanthropy Forum 
• National African American Insurance Association

Speaking Engagements:

• Compliance & Governance for the 501(c)3 Organization: A Legal Perspective | Entrepreneur Collaborative Center of Hillsborough County Florida | November 2024
• Nonprofit Law Uncovered: History, Structure, and Tax Advantages | CLE Accredited | Tampa Bay Paralegal Association’s Annual Seminar | April 2025
• Nonprofit 101 Information Session | Center for Nonprofit Excellence | Gainesville, Florida | March & June 2025
• The Purpose & Scope of an MOU | The Hypatia Collaborative Professional Development Workshop | October 2025

Leadership & Achievements:

• American Bar Association - Fellow for the Standing Committee on Election Law, August 2025 - Present.
• American Bar Association - Young Lawyers Committee Liaison of the Business Law Section, for the Nonprofit Organizations Committee, April 2025 - Present.
• United States Christian Chamber of Commerce - Established the Awards Program, and serves as Inaugural Chair of the Awards Committee, March 2025 - Present.
• Christian Legal Society, Tampa Bay Chapter - Founding member and Inaugural Treasurer, July 2024 - Present.
• Hillsborough County, Florida - Precinct Committeewoman for voting precinct 157, August 2023-Present.
• Hillsborough County Bar Association - Young Lawyer Division Member Services Committee member, July 2021-2022
• Military Service - Georgia Army National Guard, 2007-2013

Awards & Recognition:

• Featured in Tampa Magazine's Annual Business Leaders Issue (2025)

Kiya began her journey with the firm as a Legal Intern while pursuing her bachelor’s degree in criminology at the University of South Florida. She brings dedication and a genuine passion for the legal profession to her role as Office Administrator, where she plays a pivotal part in overseeing daily operations and ensuring seamless client communication.

Coming from a proud military family, Kiya has a deep appreciation for leadership and community service; these are values that have shaped both her personal and professional outlook. Her upbringing instilled in her respect for service and purpose driven work, qualities that align seamlessly with the mission and culture of our firm.

Education:

• University of South Florida, B.Sc. - Criminology

In his role as Corporate Chaplain for our law firm, Bishop Dr. Steven Sutton Sr. provides spiritual ministry and support, fostering a culture of holistic well-being in our workplace. His extensive religious acumen spans over twenty-eight years of ministry leadership, progressing through multiple levels of religious authority. He is licensed as a minister, ordained as a Pastor, and ordained as Bishop. He currently oversees and provides pastoral training and counseling for ministries across the United States, throughout the African continent, and in the Caribbean region.

Dr. Sutton's international religious work includes overseeing multiple religious and humanitarian

initiatives in Africa: building a ministry in Ghana, managing the IFPCM School of Theology with five campuses in Malawi, working with local pastors in Kenya to care for orphaned children, and establishing the Sak-Pa-Se School of Hope during his United Nations service in Haiti.

Among his other notable achievements, Dr. Sutton retired from the United States Army after more than twenty years of honorable service, held political appointments in Douglas County, Georgia, and served as a registered mediator with the Supreme Court of Georgia. 

Education:

• Argosy University - B.Sc., MScPsy, Ed.D 
• Liberty University - M.Ed

Memberships:

• International Fellowship of Pastors, Churches, and Ministries, Inc.
• Christian Institute of Public Theology
• Concerned Black Clergy of Atlanta Georgia

Leadership & Achievements:

• Latter Rain Interdenominational Fellowship - served as First Administrative Bishop supervising five subordinate Bishops and led thirty-nine churches. 
• Military Service - United States Army, 1984-2009