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 community’s commitment to providing Service to State and Society – including world-class, hands-on, purpose-driven educational experiences – while also supporting the school’s vision to be the best return on investment in legal education.
Since its inception, the University of Georgia Veterans Legal Clinic has had dual goals. One is aiding former members of the military in accessing all of the benefits they are entitled to through the U.S.
Assistant Professor Desirée LeClercq testified before the U.S.
Rodrigues named dean of the UGA School of Law
She currently serves as associate dean for faculty development
Since January 1 of this year, the Jane W. Wilson Family Justice Clinic has assisted 472 victims of domestic violence and stalking who were seeking representation and advice.
During the 2023-24 academic year, 475 School of Law students enrolled or re-enrolled in one of the school's 18 clinic/externship programs and cumulatively engaged in over 84,000 service-learning hours.
Congratulations to second-year student Gordon Wayne for receiving the 2024 Anna Bissonnette Award from Hearth Inc.
Congratulations to Professor Pamela Foohey who was selected for inclusion in the 36th class of American College of Bankruptcy fellows.
Congratulations to Szilvia Somodi for receiving the Georgia Library Association’s Library Support Services Award.
The University of Georgia School of Law will participate in a free legal clinic to be held in Troup County on October 25. The law school’s Veterans Legal Clinic, Wilson Family Justice Clinic and the Public Interest Practicum will be available to assist local residents.