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George Ray, 1L

Hometown: Fitzgerald, GA
Undergrad: Georgia Tech, 2009

Biographical Information

 

George arrived in Athens this fall from the small town of Fitzgerald, Georgia, by way of Atlanta.  After graduating from Georgia Tech in 2009, where he studied business management and public policy, George spent three years working in Tech’s Office of Government and Community Relations.  He credits his time working with preparing him to go back to law school.  “Having the opportunity to represent my alma mater at the State Capitol was fun and rewarding, but more importantly, the experience gave me perspective I needed and strengthened my desire to return to law school.” 

A native Georgian, the University of Georgia School of Law was a natural choice for George.  “This state is where I am from, and it is where I want to be—but I know that Georgia Law will allow me to have the ability to compete with anyone, anywhere.”  To him, the academic reputation, practical implications, and significant value create a perfect combination of elements important in his legal education. However, the collegiality of Georgia Law is what sets it apart from other law schools for George.  “Everyone, students and faculty alike, wants to be here, and it makes what is a hard-working environment feel less like the competitive law school it is and more like a community of friends and scholars.”

Though he is not sure yet what type of law he wants to practice, George is appreciative of the ability to keep options open at Georgia Law.  “Though I think I want to go into private practice and litigation, I know that there are also ample opportunities to pursue clerkships or public interest work here.”  George would also like to stay engaged with public service in the state.  “There are Georgia Law alumni in every walk of life across Georgia.  Where could be a better place to stay connected?”