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 taking a Lead position in providing a hands-on, purpose-driven educational experience for the next generation of lawyers for state and society as well as in fostering an environment for world-class scholarship and teaching. This commitment also supports the school’s vision to be the best return on investment in legal education.
Congratulations to third-year students Kendra Hansey Õiglane, Joshua H. Patton and Hunter T. Payne for winning the 2024 Hunton Andrews Kurth Moot Court National Championship.
Third-year student Caroline A. Bailey and second-year student Anderson B. Scott won the 2024 Red & Black Intramural Negotiation Competition, while third-year student Julianna M. Hightower was named the tournament's best individual negotiator.
University Professor & Kilpatrick Chair of Corporate Finance and Securities Law Usha Rodrigues was featured on Bloomberg Law regarding special purpose acquisition companies.
The University of Georgia bestowed one of its highest honors on Ronald D. Simpson and Rebecca Hanner White in an award ceremony on Jan. 25.
Associate Director of Admissions & Director of Dual Degree Programs Shannon Shipley Hinson was featured in the Albany Herald regarding the School of Law's 3+3 degree program.
University Professor & Kilpatrick Chair of Corporate Finance and Securities Law Usha Rodrigues was featured on Bloomberg Law regarding special purpose acquisition companies.
Clinical Associate Professor & Wilbanks Child Endangerment and Sexual Exploitation Clinic Director Emma M.
University Professor & Kilpatrick Chair of Corporate Finance and Securities Law Usha Rodrigues' 2018 article was featured in Corporate Board Member
Congratulations to Associate Dean & Martin Chair of Law Andrea L. Dennis for receiving the Dawn D.
Brock Professor Nathan S. Chapman was featured in The New York Times regarding the 2020 election interference case.