Fellowship grants grow to $1.4M+ over 5 years
Rising second- and third-year law students plan their summers around gaining hands-on legal experience and exploring different areas of practice.
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.
Dasani, Sluka and Elliott serve as Justice John Paul Stevens Fellows
Congratulations to second-year students Adesh Dasani and Jennifer A. Sluka and first-year student Kellianne E. Elliot who were selected for 2024 Justice John Paul Stevens Public Interest Fellowships.
Cherry receives Equal Justice Works Regional Public Interest Award
Congratulations to 2024 graduate Megan K. Cherry for her selection for the Equal Justice Works Regional Public Interest Award for the Gulf Region.
Waller completes tenure as NALP president
During April, Assistant Dean for Career Development Tony Waller completed his tenure as the president of NALP (the National Association for Law Placement), an international association of
Veterans Legal Clinic serves those who have served; advocating for veteran services and benefits
The Veterans Legal Clinic and its director, Clinical Professor Alexander W.
School of Law ranks #11 for federal clerkships
Congratulations to the Class of 2023! These graduates ranked 11th in the nation for securing federal judicial clerkships. Almost 10% of the class secured these highly sought-after and competitive positions.
Community HeLP Clinic students present to Specialty Care Clinic and Project Safe
Community Health Law Partnership Clinic students Caitlyn E. Watson, Ariyah C. Jones and Mahi K. Patel presented on the intersection of immigration law and health status at the Specialty Care Clinic, an Athens provider organization focusing on treatment and support for HIV+ patients.
Law school dean to return to faculty after decade of impressive service
Peter B. “Bo” Rutledge, dean of the University of Georgia School of Law since 2015, announced today that he will return to the faculty at the end of the calendar year.
Hogan elected to UGA Staff Council
Institute of Continuing Judicial Education Event Coordinator Laura Kathryne Hogan was elected as coordinator for the UGA Staff Council for the
Dious, Harrold, Wood and Clarke honored with awards
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.