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The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia has announced that Chief Judge Timothy C. Batten, Sr., will retire on May 23, 2025.

Justice Department reports results from Operation Restore Justice in North Georgia

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) recently conducted Operation Restore Justice, a nationwide initiative targeting child sex offenders.

Assaf Harpaz discusses global tax challenges at ASIL Conference

Assistant Professor Assaf Harpaz presented his work titled "Global Tax Wars in the Digital Era" at the American Society of International Law International Economic Law Biennial Conference.

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Assaf Harpaz discusses global tax challenges at ASIL Conference

Assistant Professor Assaf Harpaz presented his work titled "Global Tax Wars in the Digital Era" at the American Society of International Law International Economic Law Biennial Conference.

Hellerstein discusses crypto-asset tax regulations at OECD meeting

Walter Hellerstein, a Distinguished Research Professor and Shackelford Distinguished Professor in Taxation Law Emeritus, recently delivered a presentation at the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) Working Party No. 9 on...

AJMLS names Spring 2025 scholarship recipients honoring six outstanding students

Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School has announced the recipients of its Spring 2025 scholarships, recognizing six students for their dedication to legal education and potential contributions to the legal field.

Rodrigues discusses family justice endowment in local journal

Dean Usha R. Rodrigues was highlighted in the Marietta Daily Journal for her involvement with the School of Law’s Rajesh “Raj” Mehta Memorial Endowment for Family Justice.

Amann discusses child justice at Columbia University conference

Diane Marie Amann, Regents' Professor of International Law and Woodruff Chair in International Law, participated in a panel discussion at Columbia University.

Attorney Complaints

A recent legal victory has underscored the significant role whistleblowers play in exposing fraud and ensuring justice.

Lawsuit filed against Stake.us for alleged illegal betting in Alabama

On May 13, 2025, a class action lawsuit was filed against Sweepsteaks Limited, the owner of Stake.us, a well-known online casino gaming website.

Court reviews progress in Camp Lejeune water litigation

The ongoing Camp Lejeune Water Litigation saw significant developments as reported in the April 8, 2025, status update from the Plaintiffs’ Leadership Counsel.

Appellate Courts

Chief Judge Timothy C. Batten to retire; Judge Leigh Martin May to succeed

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia has announced that Chief Judge Timothy C. Batten, Sr., will retire on May 23, 2025.

Justice Department reports results from Operation Restore Justice in North Georgia

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) recently conducted Operation Restore Justice, a nationwide initiative targeting child sex offenders.

Thirty charged with racketeering and murder linked to Georgia-based SMM gang

An indictment was unsealed in the Southern District of Georgia, charging 30 individuals, alleged members and associates of the Sex Money Murder (SMM) gang, with various crimes.

Theodore S. Hertzberg named interim U.S attorney for Northern District of Georgia

Attorney General Pamela Bondi has appointed Theodore S. Hertzberg as the Interim United States Attorney for the Northern District of Georgia.

State Legislature

Franklin Bailey, president of the Home Builders Association of Georgia, emphasized the importance of the state's tort reforms in safeguarding home builders from frivolous lawsuits.
John King, Georgia's Insurance Commissioner, has projected a 3–5% rate decrease in the state this year.
Matthew Gambill, the state representative for Georgia's District 15, said that Republicans enacted tort reforms to curb frivolous lawsuits and runaway verdicts, protect families and businesses, and maintain Georgia's status as a top state for...