Meet Our Support Team
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
Firm Manager & Senior Litigation Paralegal
Christy Ochs
A graduate of the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy at UVA, Christy previously worked as a paralegal in the Office of the General Counsel for the Federal Trade Commission and as a policy coordinator in the human resources department at the University of Virginia.
Christy is a native of central Virginia and when she is not in the office, you will likely find her hiking the area's finest trails or tending her extensive garden.
Christy@livingstonlawgroup.com
434-218-7166
Paralegal
Molly McGrane
Molly graduated from Boston College with a degree in Applied Psychology and Human Development and minors in Restorative & Transformational Justice and Cyber Security & Design.
She previously worked as a paralegal for a large personal injury firm in Virginia, and has also worked as a legal transcriptionist, and as a coordinator and manager in nonprofits with legal considerations.
Outside of work Molly loves research and writing. She has presented research internationally, including in Rwanda, where she spoke on an expert panel on Evidence-Based Policies for Children, alongside representatives from UNICEF and Save the Children International Her creative publications include her TED talk, her poetry chapbook through BottleCap Press, and tens of other features in literary magazines.
434-255-3265
Paralegal
Jacob Goodling
Jacob graduated from Calvin University in 2024 with a degree in Philosophy. He also participated in the pre-law program, where he cultivated an interest in legal studies and practice. Jacob served as captain of Calvin University’s NCAA soccer team and earned Academic All-American honors. He has also worked with various non-profit organizations, where he developed a passion for advocating on behalf of underrepresented communities.
Jacob plans to pursue this passion for justice in law school, seeking to enroll in the fall 2026 semester. Jacob is originally from Charlotte, NC, and outside of the office, he enjoys playing soccer, hiking, golfing, and playing the guitar.
Jgoodling@livingstonlawgroup.com
434-255-2479
Paralegal
Faith Bhembe
Faith studied law and earned her degree from the University of South Africa.
Before joining Livingston Law Group, she worked as a legal secretary, supporting attorneys in litigation and other areas of civil law. She now assists with the firm's medical malpractice intake process, helping prospective clients navigate the first steps of seeking legal representation while ensuring they feel heard and supported. Faith plans to continue her legal education by pursuing a master's degree in 2027.
When she isn't in the office, Faith enjoys composing music and trying new baking recipes.
434-255-1553
