Congratulations O’kayhvia Ferguson!
MIAMI, FLA – June 1, 2026 – Dolan Dobrinsky Rosenblum Bluestein, LLP, (DDRB) a leading personal injury law firm known for taking on catastrophic accident cases caused by negligent conduct, dangerous products, and medical errors, is pleased to announce that O’kayhvia Ferguson has been selected as the recipient of the 2026 DDRB Legal Scholarship.
Now in its eighth year, the DDRB Legal Scholarship was established to support aspiring attorneys who demonstrate academic achievement, leadership, and a commitment to serving their communities. The annual scholarship recognizes students who are pursuing legal careers and who exemplify the values of advocacy, perseverance, and service.
Originally from Jamaica, Ferguson immigrated to the United States with her family at a young age and has built an impressive record of academic excellence and public service. She graduated summa cum laude from Howard University with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and a minor in Strategic, Legal, and Management Communications. While at Howard, she served as President of Revolt, Incorporated and gained valuable experience through internships with the Government Accountability Office, the Office of U.S. Representative Jared Moskowitz, and End Citizens United.
“O’kayhvia’s resilience, dedication to service, and commitment to using her experiences to help others made her an outstanding choice for this year’s scholarship,” said Manuel L. Dobrinsky, co-founding partner of DDRB. “Her academic accomplishments, leadership experience, and passion for advocacy reflect the qualities we hope to encourage through this program. We are proud to support her as she pursues a career in law.”
As part of her selection, Ferguson submitted the following essay, which reflects on her journey as an immigrant, her commitment to public service, and her desire to expand access to justice for underserved communities.