Graduates Samuel L. “Sam” Hatcher (J.D.’20), Roya Naghepour (J.D.’22), Michael T. Rafi (J.D.’11), Ryan A. Scates (J.D.’13) and D. Harley Yancey IV (J.D.’15) were selected by the UGA Alumni Association as members of its 2025 Class of 40 Under 40, which honors graduates who uphold the three pillars of the Arch: wisdom, justice and moderation. The article titled "Meet UGA's 40 Under 40 Class of 2025" was written by Rachael Andrews and published 7/16/25.
The First Amendment Clinic recently argued Booterbaugh v. City of Morrow before the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia. Clinical Associate Professor & First Amendment Clinic Director Clare R. Norins and First Amendment Clinic Georgia Journalism Attorney & Adjunct Instructor Ward Evans presented the case.
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. Over the past five years, UGA has captured 11 national championships, 15 regional titles and two state trophies.
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. Over the past five years, the school has awarded more than $1.5 million to students in these unpaid positions, thanks to contributions provided by alumni and friends.
The University of Georgia’s Rural Engagement Workshop for Academic Faculty has awarded a series of seed grants to help faculty address challenges in rural Georgia ranging from veterinary practices to telehealth clinics and early childhood care. The 2025 seed grants range from $5,000 to $10,000 and will support faculty from a wide array of disciplines, including the School of Law's Meighan Parker, as they engage with rural Georgians on issues that are critical for their communities.