Joni began her career at PBA in 1994 as the Director of Communications. In that capacity she was responsible for producing The Front Line, (PBA’s Newsletter), preparing political ads, designing layouts and other communications functions. In 1996, Joni started law school attending evening sessions because she worked during the day. She later moved into a dual role at PBA serving as the Front Line editor and legal assistant. Upon being admitted to the Georgia Bar Association, Joni became a staff attorney. In August of 2004, she became the PBA Legal Services Director.

 

Joni holds B.S. and M.M.C. degrees from the University of Georgia. She has a Juris Doctor degree from Georgia State University.

Charlie Cordell attended Jacksonville State University (B.S. in Criminal Justice). Prior to attending law school, he was employed by the Clayton County Juvenile Court as a Probation Officer.

 

Charlie attended the University of Georgia School of Law and received his J.D. in 2002. He previously worked at King & Spalding, where he was a Staff Attorney in their Discovery Center. He is happy to be part of SSPBA and looks forward to the challenges that lie ahead.

SSPBA attorney Donald C. English has over 30 years of experience practicing law. He began his law practice as an assistant solicitor for the Fulton County Solicitor’s Office in Atlanta, GA. He later served as the assistant district attorney for the DeKalb County District Attorney’s Office in Decatur, GA. Don English joined the PBA in 1990 and has served as General Counsel ever since. Mr. English has successfully represented many PBA members in civil lawsuits, grievances and disciplinary actions. Don English is married to Laurie English. They have one daughter and two grandchildren.

Dale moved to Georgia in 1991 after receiving a Bachelor of Science in economics from Illinois State University. He received a Masters degree in Business Administration in 2000 from Georgia College & State University. Dale had a prior career in medical practice management. He went to law school in 2002 and graduated from Oklahoma City University with a JD in 2005. Dale then opened a private law practice in McDonough, Georgia and joined SSPBA in June 2012. Dale has two children.

Andy joined the PBA legal staff in October 2015. His prior work experience includes investigating potential violations of the federal securities laws with the Enforcement Division of the U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission, general practice work as a solo practitioner and employment as a staff attorney with the business litigation and e-discovery practice groups at King & Spalding.

 

Andy earned his J.D. degree from Georgia State University College of Law and holds undergraduate degrees from UNC-Chapel Hill and Brevard College. He enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife and five children.

Dana’s prior work experience includes clerking for Cordele Circuit Superior Court Judges, handling small claim litigation, and serving as a public defender for criminal defense. She joined the PBA legal staff in January 2020.

 

Dana attended Mercer University (B.A. English Literature & J.D. degree from the Walter F. George School of Law). She is an active member of the Junior League of Macon and loves to spend her time at local events and exploring all of what the city of Macon has to offer.