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 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.
Clinical Assistant Professor & Prosecutorial Justice Program Director Melissa D. Redmon was featured on PolitiFact regarding regarding the Manhattan district attorney's investigation into Trump's business records.
Congratulations to second-year student Carolyn E. "Liz" Hammond for being selected as a 2024 Bergstrom Child Welfare Law Fellow.
Congratulations to LL.M. student N'Guessan "Clement" Kouame who received a scholarship from the International Law Association to attend the ILA’s 81st Biennial Conference in Athens, Greece, during the summer of 2024.
University Professor & Kilpatrick Chair of Corporate Finance and Securities Law Usha Rodrigues was featured in The New York Times regarding Trump Media stock shares.
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.
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.
Congratulations to second-year student Tiffany G. Torchia for being selected as one of UGA’s Top 100 student employees of the year. She works in the Dean Rusk International Law Center and was recognized at a university-wide luncheon during April.
Clinical Associate Professor & Wilbanks Child Endangerment and Sexual Exploitation Clinic Director Emma M.
Congratulations to second-year student Caden S.