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.
The Wilbanks Child Endangerment and Sexual Exploitation Clinic, which began operations eight years ago, continues to demonstrate the value of quality, trauma-responsive legal representation for survivors.
During its inaugural year of operation, the Land Conservation Clinic provided 3,200+ hours of service to 13 clients ranging from land trusts, state and national conservation organizations, and government agencies.
The Appellate Litigation Clinic has won its case before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. Third-year students Madeleine B. "Maddie" Hoss and Benjamin K.
Rising second- and third-year law students plan their summers around gaining hands-on legal experience and exploring different areas of practice.
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.
Congratulations to 2024 graduate Megan K. Cherry for her selection for the Equal Justice Works Regional Public Interest Award for the Gulf Region.
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
The Veterans Legal Clinic and its director, Clinical Professor Alexander W.
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 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.