First-rate Preparation | University of Georgia School of Law

The University of Georgia School of Law is redefining what it means to be a great national public law school. The following news items demonstrate the School of Law’s commitment to First-rate Preparation – including world-class, hands-on, purpose-driven educational experiences – so its students can become future leaders for state and society. This commitment also supports the school’s vision to be the best return on investment in legal education.

School of Law creates scholarship in honor of Professor Dan Coenen

Mon, 04/29/2024 - 12:00

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In recognition of his more than 35 years of service to the University of Georgia School of Law, 1995 alumna Julia A. Houston has created a scholarship in honor of longtime faculty member Dan T. Coenen.

Fricks-Chavez selected as one of UGA's Top 100 student employees

Tue, 04/23/2024 - 12:00

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Congratulations to third-year student B. Jeanette Fricks-Chavez for being selected as one of UGA’s Top 100 student employees of the year. She works in the Alexander Campbell King Law Library and was recognized at a university-wide luncheon during April.

Hammond receives Bergstrom Child Welfare Law Fellowship

Mon, 04/22/2024 - 12:00

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Congratulations to second-year student Carolyn E. "Liz" Hammond for being selected as a 2024 Bergstrom Child Welfare Law Fellow.

Dious, Harrold, Wood and Clarke honored with awards

Wed, 04/17/2024 - 12:00

The University of Georgia School of Law recently honored four graduates for their service during an Awards Dinner at the State Botanical Garden of Georgia.

Bagwell wins First-year Moot Court Competition

Mon, 04/15/2024 - 12:00

Congratulations to first-year students Emma Rose Bagwell and Frank L.O. Easterlin and to all of the other participants who made the 2024 First-year Moot Court Competition a great success. The final round was judged by UGA President Jere W. Morehead, U.S. Court of Appeals Judge Elizabeth L.

Pruitt receives Asia-Georgia Internship Connection scholarship

Thu, 04/11/2024 - 12:00

Congratulations to second-year student Caden S.

School of Law captures finalists trophy in LL.M. International Arbitration Competition

Wed, 04/10/2024 - 12:00

Congratulations to LL.M. students Agostina Calamari, Savelii Elizarov and Cornelius Bulanov for finishing the 11th LL.M. International Arbitration Competition as finalists. Dean Peter B. "Bo" Rutledge and second-year law student Gloria M. Correa served as the team's coaches.

Back-to-back strong showing at #20 by U.S. News

Tue, 04/09/2024 - 12:00

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Earlier today, U.S.

Knox family and Dove recognized with UGA Alumni Awards

Mon, 04/08/2024 - 12:00

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The University of Georgia recognized this year’s Alumni Awards honorees during a luncheon April 5 in Athens.

Scates family establishes Double Dawg scholarship

Tue, 04/02/2024 - 12:00

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The family of alumnus Ryan Scates has established a new scholarship at the University of Georgia School of Law. The scholarship will benefit those intending to become Double Dawgs (i.e., those who have earned at least one degree from UGA before entering UGA Law).

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