We’re excited to announce that MSP, led by partners Chris Jackson and Virginia Harman, has been selected to serve as the new legal counsel for Gordon County!
After nearly eight years of Jim Ledbetter serving in the dual role of County Attorney and Administrator, Gordon County has decided to split these responsibilities to better manage their growing legal needs. We’re honored to step in and provide our expertise as the county continues to experience rapid population, retail, and industrial growth.
As Chris said, “I’m grateful we’re coming in at a time that we still have Jim as a person to lean on, to talk to, and to strategize with, to make sure that we’re doing the right thing for the folks of Gordon County.”
MSP also represents various other government entities, including Floyd County, the cities of Cedartown, Rockmart, Temple, Buchanan, and Tallapoosa, as well as the State of Georgia as Special Assistant Attorneys General for land acquisition and condemnation matters.
We are thrilled to announce that our amazing Office Manager, Courtney Shepard, has been named “Young Professional of the Year” by the Rome Floyd Chamber!
At yesterday’s packed annual Chamber meeting, Courtney was recognized for her outstanding contributions to the community. Her dedication, professionalism, and leadership make her truly deserving of this prestigious honor.
We are incredibly proud to celebrate our very own Virginia Harman, who was honored this past Saturday by the Heart of the Community Foundation with the 2025 Award of Honor for her outstanding service to the community and unwavering dedication to justice.
Throughout her career, Virginia has demonstrated a deep commitment to serving others—both inside and outside the courtroom. She has dedicated countless hours to pro bono work, particularly focused on protecting the cleanliness of our rivers and ensuring access to justice for all in Rome and Floyd County. Her passion for community extends far beyond her legal work, as seen in her leadership role in conservancy of Georgia’s natrual resources, her dedication to cancer support initiatives, and her tireless work in animal rescue.
Virginia’s legacy is one of compassion, leadership, and unwavering commitment to justice and community. Her late husband, Tracy, and her loving family—Ginni, Kate, Billy, Evan, and Ella—are no doubt proud of all that she has achieved.
March 10, 2025
After nearly eight years of Jim Ledbetter serving in the dual role of County Attorney and Administrator, Gordon County has decided to split these responsibilities to better manage their growing legal needs. We’re honored to step in and provide our expertise as the county continues to experience rapid population, retail, and industrial growth.
As Chris said, “I’m grateful we’re coming in at a time that we still have Jim as a person to lean on, to talk to, and to strategize with, to make sure that we’re doing the right thing for the folks of Gordon County.”
MSP also represents various other government entities, including Floyd County, the cities of Cedartown, Rockmart, Temple, Buchanan, and Tallapoosa, as well as the State of Georgia as Special Assistant Attorneys General for land acquisition and condemnation matters.
February 28, 2025
At yesterday’s packed annual Chamber meeting, Courtney was recognized for her outstanding contributions to the community. Her dedication, professionalism, and leadership make her truly deserving of this prestigious honor.
February 24, 2025
Throughout her career, Virginia has demonstrated a deep commitment to serving others—both inside and outside the courtroom. She has dedicated countless hours to pro bono work, particularly focused on protecting the cleanliness of our rivers and ensuring access to justice for all in Rome and Floyd County. Her passion for community extends far beyond her legal work, as seen in her leadership role in conservancy of Georgia’s natrual resources, her dedication to cancer support initiatives, and her tireless work in animal rescue.
Virginia’s legacy is one of compassion, leadership, and unwavering commitment to justice and community. Her late husband, Tracy, and her loving family—Ginni, Kate, Billy, Evan, and Ella—are no doubt proud of all that she has achieved.