Student Organizations Events

Bertis Downs: Bertis Downs lives in Athens, Georgia, where he received his law degree in 1981 from the University of Georgia's School of Law. He represented the band R.E.M. throughout the band's career and has remained an advisor to their various endeavors since disbandment. In 1988 Downs originated the Entertainment Law course at the University School of Law. Since then, he has regularly nourished his interest in teaching by speaking at various continuing legal education, law schools and music industry conferences.

If you are interested in a career practicing business law in Georgia, you may have cases before the new Georgia Business Court. Join Judge Walt Davis and one of his law clerks to learn more about the court and opportunities to advance your career by working for the court, either as an extern during the school year or summer or as a post-grad law clerk for the court. Judge Davis will describe the jurisdiction and procedures of the court and talk about the kinds of cases and controversies that he is hearing since the court began operations on August 1 of this year.

For 1Ls: a concise and targeted professional introduction will become a key part of your career success. Learn how to create your own elevator speech, and gain insights about when you will need it.

There are 3 sessions. Please register in LawDawgDash events for the one that fits your schedule.

Firm visits provide a unique opportunity for 1Ls & LLMs to visit Atlanta law firms, hear from their attorneys about the practice, and meet attorneys during a reception.

Transportation provided: buses depart from UGA approximately 2 hours before the start of the visit, and return to UGA afterwards.

To participate: watch your email for the questionnaire allowing you to preference your choices. Most students are selected for their top 2-3 choices.

Questions? Contact Beth Shackleford at elshack@uga.edu

Brandon James, counsel for the San Antonion Spurs, will visit campus and host a roundtable career discussion with interested students.

Please visit LawDawgDash for details, registration, and the zoom link.

Two UGA Law graduates will discuss their careers in tax, provide guidance on pursuing a career in tax, and also provide exciting information on other topics, including the Tax Moot Court Competition!

Guest speakers:

• Morgan Klinzing (J.D. '14) Troutman Pepper
• Benjamin Newell (J.D. '15) Senior Director & Counsel, Legal & Tax at Spigot, Inc.

Register in LawDawgDash events to obtain Zoom meeting information.

For 1Ls: a concise and targeted professional introduction will become a key part of your career success. Learn how to create your own elevator speech, and gain insights about when you will need it.

There are 3 sessions. Please register in LawDawgDash events for the one that fits your schedule.