North Carolina Central University (NCCU) School of Law congratulates Alicia Marks Flowers ‘08, associate dean of administration and external affairs and counsel to the dean, on her appointment to the North Carolina Superior Court for Judicial District 14B, serving part of Cumberland County.
Governor Josh Stein announced the appointment on Dec. 12, 2025. Flowers fills the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Gail Adams ‘84.
“Alicia Marks Flowers’ appointment to the North Carolina Superior Court is a proud moment for NCCU School of Law,” said Interim Dean Donald Corbett. “Her distinguished record of public service, commitment to justice, and leadership signify the impact our graduates continue to have on the judiciary across North Carolina.”
Flowers brings extensive prosecutorial and leadership experience to the bench. Prior to joining NCCU School of Law, she served for 15 years in the Cumberland County District Attorney’s Office, earning a reputation for professionalism, integrity and commitment to justice.
At the law school Flowers has served in key leadership roles, providing strategic guidance and advancing the law school’s mission of public service and excellence.
Flowers earned a Juris Doctor from NCCU School of Law after receiving her bachelor’s degree from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.
With 168 sitting judges, the law school continues its proud legacy of producing judicial leaders who serve communities across North Carolina and beyond.
Read the official press announcement from the Governor’s Office: bit.ly/4pGhK3a