Current Staff

Angelena Antenuci is a second-year law student at Campbell University School of Law, where she serves as Vice President of Women in Law and Vice President of Law Students Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault. She also contributes as a staff writer for the Campbell Law Observer. Angelena works as a Certified Legal Intern with the Gailor Family Law Litigation Clinic, where she advocates for clients in family court and assists with negotiations, research, and client communications. Originally from Pennsylvania, Angelena earned her B.A. in Philosophy with a Business Administration focus from High Point University, graduating summa cum laude. During her time there, she served as Attorney General for the Student Government Association and held leadership roles in Alpha Chi Omega and the Panhellenic Council. Outside of law school, Angelena is active in her community as a board member of the Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School Advisory Council and a Gold Award recipient with the Girl Scouts of the USA. In her free time, she enjoys reading, cooking, and painting.

Aleisha is a second-year student at Campbell University School of Law and a Staff Writer for the Campbell Law Observer. She spent over eighteen years in New Jersey before relocating to North Carolina in 2018. Aleisha graduated cum laude from Liberty University with a B.S. in Criminal Justice and a minor in Psychology. Aleisha has a strong passion for juvenile justice and post-conviction work.

Bethany Malik is a second-year law student at Campbell University School of Law, where she serves as a staff writer for the Campbell Law Observer, a research assistant to Dean DeStefano, and project manager for the Wills & Advanced Directives Pro Bono Project. She is the author of Will Power: AI’s Role in Estate Planning and studied abroad at Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge University. Bethany earned her M.A. in Religious Studies from Duke University, where she wrote her thesis on The Destroying Angel, and her B.A. in History from the University of California, Berkeley, graduating with honors. She also studied abroad in Sicily as part of the Contrada Agnese Project on ancient excavations. Her professional experience includes working as a Summer Associate at McDougal & Hartzell, conducting legal research and drafting client documents, as well as serving as an Editorial Assistant at Wiley, where she managed the publication process for academic journals. In her free time, Bethany enjoys learning Ancient Hebrew, baking sourdough, hiking in national parks, and gardening.

Blair McIntosh is a second-year law student at Campbell University School of Law, where she serves as Treasurer of the Pro Bono Council, a staff writer for the Campbell Law Observer, and a volunteer with both the 4All Service Day and the Wills and Advanced Directives Clinic. She earned her B.A. in Communication Studies and Sociology, cum laude, from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she was Copy Desk Editor of the Daily Tar Heel, a member of Zeta Tau Alpha, and a campus leader with CRU. She also studied abroad in Milan, Italy. Blair has gained experience in estate planning and client-focused legal work through internships with Rasmussen Law, PLLC and Young, Morphis, Bach & Taylor, LLP. She has also worked in sales and client relations, including as Assistant Sales Manager at CycleBar Chapel Hill. A native of North Carolina, Blair enjoys scuba diving, cooking new recipes, walking her dog, and indoor cycling.

Brendan Handford is a law student at Campbell University School of Law, where he is a member of the Campbell Law Innocence Project. He recently served as a legal extern with the North Carolina Center on Actual Innocence, assisting attorneys with post-conviction claims, evidence review, and legal research on firearm rights restoration. Before law school, Brendan earned his B.S. in Communications with a minor in English from East Carolina University, following two associate degrees from Wake Technical Community College in Arts and Fire Protection Technology. In addition to his legal studies, Brendan has built a distinguished career in public service. He is a Lieutenant with the Wake Forest Fire Department, where he has supervised emergency operations, led rescue efforts, and received numerous commendations, including four life-saving awards and a Silver Medal of Valor. A North Carolina native, Brendan continues to serve his community through both his legal and firefighting work.

Deborah is a second-year student at Campbell University School of Law and is a Staff Writer for the Campbell Law Observer. She was born and raised in Leland, North Carolina, and graduated with honors from the University of North Carolina - Wilmington with a Bachelor's degree in Political Science. She enjoys spending time in God's Word, cooking, crochet, and hiking. She is most interested in municipal law, education law, and defense work.

David Olshinski is a Juris Doctor candidate at Campbell University School of Law, where he has earned multiple academic honors, including the Advanced Legal Writing Book Award and one of the highest scores in Trial Advocacy during the Spring 2025 semester, and Honors in Pretrial Litigation. As the Digital Media Editor for the Campbell Law Observer, David is dedicated to producing clear, engaging content that explores the legal issues shaping our communities today. In addition to his editorial work, David serves as a Teaching Scholar for Advanced Legal Writing, competes on the Mock Trial Team, and participates in the Restorative Justice Clinic. He also advanced to the Elite Eight in the Old Kivett Moot Court competition. Outside the classroom, David has developed extensive courtroom experience as a Certified Legal Intern with both the United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of North Carolina and the Davidson & Davie County District Attorney’s Office. He has first-chaired numerous bench trials, managed felony cases from intake through disposition, negotiated pleas, and created training opportunities for other legal interns. Originally from Thomasville NC, David brings a passion for connecting legal scholarship with real-world practice and a commitment to making the law more accessible through thoughtful, timely reporting.

Justin is a second-year law student at Campbell University School of Law and is a Staff Writer for the Campbell Law Observer. Originally from Raleigh, North Carolina, Justin graduated from North Carolina State University with a B.S. in Business Management and a Concentration in Finance. In his free time, Justin enjoys golfing and spending time with his wife, Abi. Justin is interested in political philosophy, jazz music, and fitness.

LeAnn is a second-year student at Campbell University School of Law and is a Staff Writer for the Campbell Law Observer. Originally from Salemburg, NC but spent the three years prior to coming to law school in Sunset Beach, NC where her parents currently live. LeAnn attended Western Carolina University with Bachelor’s degrees in both Psychology and Social Work. She also went to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to earn her Master’s in Social Work. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her two cats, Lucy and Lulu, shopping at thrift stores, playing volleyball, sewing, and watching reality television. Current interests are in elder law and estate planning.

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