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Messages from the Dean 2024
Veterans Legal Clinic financial impact grows to nearly $11.5 million
UGA announces Usha Rodrigues as new law school dean
2024 Advocate - New professors enrich intellectual community
School of Law named nation’s best value for fifth time in seven years
UGA Law receives $5M gift from the Stanton Foundation
Redefining what it means to be a great national law school
Historic class enrolls at UGA Law
Graduates and friends partner with UGA Foundation for 15 major gifts supporting scholarships
Scholarship endowed in memory of Robert Robinson
Son honors veteran father with law school scholarship
A Message from Dean Bo Rutledge
Prof. Dan Coenen honored with scholarship
Four graduates honored with awards
Back-to-back strong showing at #20 by U.S. News
Scates family establishes Double Dawg scholarship
Graduates create scholarship named for David Shipley
Andy and Janice Davis Family Scholarship to support Scouts and Northwest Georgians
Thorpe family pledges support for Community HeLP Clinic
Messages from the Dean 2023
UGA Law redefines what it means to be a great nat'l law school
Hendersons support scholarships in memory of Edith House
School of Law honors our military this Veterans Day
Join us for the 2023 Homecoming BBQ!
UGA Law selected #1 ROI in legal education
Redefining what it means to be a great national law school
Record-setting class enrolls at the School of Law
Memorial fund established in honor of David Ralston
Another Milestone
Matching funds from UGA Foundation help create $500,000 in new endowed scholarships
Goddard Foundation bolsters support for veterans
Phillips-Sawyer named inaugural Wilson Professor in Business Law
School of Law establishes five scholarships with help of UGA Foundation partnership
Perryman family creates scholarship to blend science with the law
Evert family creates fund supporting Veterans Legal Clinic operations
Messages from the Dean 2022
Redefining What It Means to Be a Great National Public Law School
Saluting Our Veterans
National Champions: #1 in the Nation for High Value Jobs
School of Law Enrolls Most Academically Credentialled J.D. Class in History
Anonymous Giving Helps Fulfill Vision of Being the Best Return on Investment in Legal Education
Alumnus Furthers Support of Student-Athletes Seeking Law Degrees
Friends Establish Scholarship in Memory of Randy Quintrell
Former Georgia Law Review Editors Make Gift Honoring Journal's Significance
2001 Graduate Supports First-generation Students
Former Students and Colleagues Establish Scholarship Honoring Longtime Professor Tom Eaton
Douglas Family Pledges Additional Funds to Continue Student Support
Major Gift from Renowned Trial Attorney Jim Butler Enhances Support for Veterans
Summer Public Interest Funding Grows with New Marquee Fellowship
Messages from the Dean 2021
Univ of GA Law a best return in legal education
Former Supreme Court justice to assume Sanders Chair
UGA School of Law Advocate 2021 issue is now online!
Law scholarship to honor legacy of court pioneer
School of Law names rotunda after first Black graduate
Loudermilks establish Distinguished Law Fellowship named for Kurtz
The best return on investment in legal education
In Memoriam: Carter Chair Emeritus R. Perry Sentell Jr.
In Memoriam: Dean Edward D. "Ned" Spurgeon
Messages from the Dean 2020
Univ. of Ga law school tops on return on investment
Univ. of Ga. School of Law named three-time Best Value
UGA Law named Back-to-Back-to-Back Best Value
UGA law school Advocate is now online
Fund honors law school's first Black graduate
UGA School of Law a leader in bar passage
UGA School of Law wins National Moot Court Competition
Messages from the Dean 2019
Back-to-back Best Value Law School
UGA School of Law named best value in legal education
$1 million gift to support Family Justice Clinic, scholarships
$1 million gift to law school will fund student scholarships
Law firm establishes scholarship in honor of Casey
UGA School of Law is on the rise and building momentum
$3 million gift to UGA School of Law will transform first-generation student experiences
UGA School of Law advances its mission
2018
Messages from the Dean
UGA School of Law leading the way
UGA School of Law grads record highest state bar passage rate for fifth consecutive year
UGA School of Law named best value in legal education
Newsletters
December 2018 issue
School of Law named best in nation for return on investment; UGA law grads record highest state bare passage rate for fifth consecutive year; 20 jurists interact with law students during 2018; DSS Awards and Law Clinics@50 to highlight Alumni/Alumnae Weekend; Jones delivers commencement speech and is honored with portrait; World-class scholars; Spotlights: Second-year student Amber Greenaway and alumnus Doug Ashworth (J.D.'87); Class Notes and In Memoriam; In Memoriam: P. Harris Hines; In Memoriam: Alan Watson; Upcoming events.
Veterans Legal Clinic opens; Wilbanks CEASE Clinic makes history; Appellate Litigation Clinic wins case in the 11the Circuit, students argue two more cases; Alumnus becomes chief justice of Georgia Supreme Court; Law Clinics @ 50; UGA climbs to 13th in U.S. News & World Report rankings; World-class scholars; Spotlight: Tyler Love (J.D.'09) and Eric Roden (J.D.'12); Class Notes and In Memoriam; In Memoriam: Callaway Chair Emeritus Verner F. Chaffin; Upcoming events.
Advocacy teams add two wins to 2017-18 season, finishing with three national titles and coveted state trophy; Georgia Supreme Court Justice Robert Benham to deliver 2018 Commencement address; School of Law graduates lead the state in employment opportunities; Jones honored with UGA's Alumni Merit Award; Former deputy attorneys general, Regent among honorees at Fourth Annual Alumni/Alumnae Weekend; World-class scholars; Student Spotlight: Second-year student Lindsey Bunting; Class Notes and In Memoriam; Upcoming events.
Sally Yates delivers 36th Edith House Lecture; National title and strong finishes in advocacy/negotiation; Harvey named a law student of the year by National Jurist; Seasoned expert to lead law school's Veterans Legal Services Clinic; Alumnus donates art collection to law school; World-class faculty; Student Spotlight: Third-year student Harris R. Mason; Class Notes and In Memoriam; In Memoriam: Peter Appel and Upcoming events.
Fulfilling the dream; School of Law scores high on Supreme Court clerkships and bar passage rates; Benham Scholars Program to enhance diversity in legal education, profession; Baradaran named associate dean for strategic initiatives; Awards to be presented to Thompson, Waters & Yates during Alumni/Alumnae Weekend; Wilbanks CEASE Clinic to host conference focusing on advocacy for abuse survivors; Law school expands platform in Atlanta; Adding to your legal team?; World-class faculty; Student Spotlight: Third-year student Blake Ogden; Class Notes and In Memoriam; Upcoming events.
2017
Messages from the Dean
Who is the University of Georgia School of Law?; Preparing the next generation of lawyers and leaders; Connecting students, scholarships and stakeholders; Producing leaders who are making an impact; YOU are the University of Georgia School of Law.
UGA School of Law tops state bar exam passage rates for fourth year
Georgia Law continues to be recognized for its excellence
Newsletters
School of Law welcomes its newest students; Law school creates Veterans Legal Services Clinic, renowned alumnus contributes lead gift; Record-breaking public interest fellowships; World-class faculty; Student Spotlight: Second-year student Kristin Kennedy Williams; Class Notes and In Memoriam and Upcoming events.
Three national titles in 10 days and a victory in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit; Alumni/alumnae and supporters receive significant honors; School sees improvement in employment stats and continues to be recognized as for its return on investment; Hunstein to deliver Commencement keynote; Faculty highlights; Student spotlight: Second-year student Shayla J. Bivins; Class Notes & In Memoriam and Upcoming events.
New York Times recognizes Georgia Law as a great return on investment; Adams and Hicks win national Scribes Brief-Writing Award; Bishop argue before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit; Law firm honors parnter and legal leader with endowed scholarship; UGA presents President's Medal Kurtz; Law school to honor distinguished grads during annual Alumni/Alumnae Weekend; Wilbanks CEASE Clinic holds its first conference; Faculty highlights; Spotlight: Second-year student Taryn P. Winston; Class Notes & In Memoriam; Upcoming events.
2016
Messages from the Dean
A strong foundation of ideas and thought leadership; World-class practice preparation; An unwavering focus on service; Quality legal education at a good value; What is your commitment?
Georgia Law launches women's leadership initiative
In celebration of its own women leaders and in an effort to nurture women who will lead in the future, the University of Georgia School of Law this year is spearheading Georgia WILL (Georgia Women in Law Lead).
Georgia Women in Law Lead highlights pathbreakers; Jurists bring real world experience to the classroom; Inaugural class of distinguished law fellows named; Mentor program creates new level of student support; Faculty influence legal discussion and policy, receive multiple fellowships and grants
Newsletters
Courtroom dedicated in honor of Butler family; Students argue before the U.S. Court of Appeals in the Fourth and D.C. Circuits; Federal judge discusses process of sentencing; Two professors win national scholarship awards; Two professors elected to prestigious organizations; Commit to Georgia campaign launches with focus on students; Mentoring program deemed a success; Spotlight: Second-year Tyler M. Sandifer; Spotlight: Alumnus Neil H. Wasser (J.D.'80); Class Notes & In Memoriam; Upcoming Events.
Alston Distinguished Law Fellows named; Five jurists, including a U.S. Supreme Court justice, teach law courses; Georgia Law launches mentor program; Entering class boasts highest median GPA in history; Faculty highlights; Spotlight: Third-year student Hannah S. Sells; Class Notes & In Memoriam; Upcoming Events.
Georgia Law students and Appellate Litigation Clinic secure rare presidential clemency grant for indigent client; Advocacy teams sweep intrastate competition and post strong finishes nationally and internationally; Justice Thomas, Deputy Attorney Yates, a federal judge, a state representative and a legal scholar serve as spring speakers; Faculty accomplishments; Alumni/Alumnae Weekend highlights; Spotlight: Timothy C. "Tim" Batten Sr. (J.D.'84); Spotlight: Third-year student David T. "Ty" Adams; Class Notes & In Memoriam; Upcoming Events including Commencement (5/21) and Homecoming (10/15); The Georgia Law Challenge.
February 2016 issue
Elite fellowship created with Goddard Foundation gift; Alumna chosen to lead Wilbanks CEASE clinic; Georgia Law in Atlanta begins operation; Team wins Craven national moot court competition; Would you like to serve as a career resource for students?; Spotlight: Michael L. "Mike" McGlamry (J.D.'82); Spotlight: Third-year student Eleanor "Keith" Emanuel; Class Notes & In Memoriam; Verdicts and Settlements; Upcoming Events including Alumni/Alumnae Weekend (March 18-19).
2015
Messages from the Dean
Delivering first-rate legal training; Fostering world-class ideas; Serving our state and nation; A good value that affords opportunity; The year ahead.
A medal, an acclaimed book & $6 million in gifts
ALI Young Scholars Medal Winner; Acclaimed book on future of banking; Fourteen experiential learning opportunities; Former students donate almost $6 million in gifts and pledges.