Record-setting class enrolls at the School of Law
Another group of incredibly talented students from around the world enrolled at the University of Georgia School of Law for the 2023-24 academic year.
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 Prepare the next generation of legal leaders for state and society with world-class, hands-on, purpose-driven educational experiences. This commitment also supports the school’s vision to be the best return on investment in legal education.
100% of first-gen and veterans receive aid
The School of Law is pleased to share that once again 100% of the first-generation college graduates and military veterans enrolled in its Juris Doctor program are receiving aid.
Ninety-four percent of Class of 2023 participates in clinics or externships
Ninety-four percent of the members of the Class of 2023 participated in at least one clinic or externship while earning their Juris Doctors. The School of Law currently offers 11 in-house clinics and 7 externship programs for students to engage with real-world clients, cases and communities.
Thompson to lead new Land Conservation Clinic
Steffney R. Thompson, who joined the faculty in the spring, will lead the School of Law's new Land Conservation Clinic (a refocused version of the Environmental Practicum).
School of Law captures three national titles during 2022-23 season
The 2022-23 advocacy season was a great success with the School of Law capturing three national titles – the Hunton Andrews Kurth Moot Court National Championship, the LL.M.
School of Law featured on Law.com for its students' bar exam overperformance
The School of Law was featured on Law.com for its students overperforming on the bar exam.
Community HeLP Clinic successfully litigates on behalf of domestic violence survivors
The Community Health Law Partnership Clinic successfully settled ALCEDO CIUDAD et al v. GARLAND et al., a lawsuit filed on behalf of two domestic violence survivors in 2023 against the Department of Homeland Security in the U.S.
Lewis captures Top Gun trophy for historic back-to-back win
Congratulations to 2023 graduate Nicholas R. “Nick” Lewis for winning the Top Gun XIV National Mock Trial Competition. His effort created a historic win, as no school has won this tournament two times in a row.
School of Law achieves new milestone
The University of Georgia School of Law has reached another milestone as it seeks to redefine what it means to be a great national public law school – one that offers a world-class, hands-on, purpose-driven educational experience while never surrendering its commitment to accessibility.
Williams receives Equal Justice Works Regional Public Interest Award
Congratulations to third-year student Ellen T. "Ellie" Williams for her selection for the Equal Justice Works Regional Public Interest Award for the South Region.