Redefining what it means to be a great national public law school
The University of Georgia School of Law is currently redefining what it means to be a great national public law school – one that matches excellence with access.
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.
UGA captures 26 national/regional trophies over the last five years
The School of Law's advocacy program is counted among the best in the nation and helps to prepare our students to be effective advocates in and out of the courtroom.
Fellowship support grows to more than $1.5 million over five years
Summer public interest fellowships provide important hands-on learning opportunities for law students. At UGA Law, grants for those seeking legal work in nonprofits, federal and state government, judicial clerkships, legal services and policy/impact organizations is a priority.
Students recognize faculty and staff
Congratulations to the School of Law’s 2024-25 faculty and staff award winners - Matthew I. Hall, Jean Goetz Mangan, Rob McNiff, John B. Meixner Jr., Gregory L. “Greg” Roseboro, Peter B. “Bo” Rutledge and Anthony E. “Tony” Waller.
School of Law welcomes four new professors
This fall, the School of Law will proudly welcome four new faculty members - Chaffin Chair of Fiduciary Law Victoria J.
Waller featured in Columns
Assistant Dean for Career Development Tony Waller was featured in Columns regarding his work preparing law students for their future careers.
Jones named inaugural Academic All-American Trial Advocate
Congratulations to third-year student M. Drake Jones on being named an inaugural Academic All-American Trial Advocate by the National Association of Legal Advocacy Educators.
UGA ranked among the best for getting federal clerkships
The University of Georgia School of Law was named the tenth-best school for obtaining federal clerkships as part of the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings of the nation’s law schools.
UGA Law finishes near the top at Jessup international competition
Congratulations to second-year students Dustin M. Batchelor, Grace K.S.Y. Johnson, F. Marion Kronauge, Morgan E. Pfohl and Ellis H.P. Schmitt for finishing in the top 32 teams out of 162 teams at the international round of the Philip C.
UGA finishes as finalists at Intrastate Moot Court Competition
Congratulations to second-year students H. Maddi Hughes and Alexis Bartholomew for winning the Best Brief Award and finishing as finalists at the Intrastate Moot Court Competition. A second UGA team, composed of Avery C. Hill, Charlotte L. Umanoff and Harsh Patel, finished as semifinalists.