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Randy Beck publishes article in Florida Law Review

Marshall Chair of Constitutional Law Randy Beck has contributed an article to the Florida Law Review.


Beasley Allen attorneys receive multiple recognitions from Lawdragon

In 2025, Lawdragon recognized 23 attorneys from Beasley Allen for their contributions to the legal community.


UGA students win ABA appellate advocacy regional contest

The University of Georgia's (UGA) School of Law has announced that second-year students Kerolls "Kero" Gadelrab and Taylor N. Hoying have won the American Bar Association National Appellate Advocacy regional competition.


Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns: We’re looking forward to passing 'meaningful tort reform'

Jon Burns, Speaker of the Georgia State House, expressed his intention to collaborate with House members, stakeholders, and Governor Brian Kemp to "pass meaningful tort reform."


Founder of Bennett Law: Senate Bill 68 is a 'pro-business, pro-consumer reform'

Brittany Bennett, founder of Bennett Law and Mediation Services LLC, said that Georgia Senate Bill 68 is a pro-business and pro-consumer reform crucial for maintaining Georgia's status as a competitive business hub.


Georgia Agriculture Commissioner: ‘Tort reform is a huge victory for Georgia’s #1 industry'

Tyler Harper, Georgia's Agriculture Commissioner, said that tort reform represents a victory for the state's farmers, who have experienced increasing insurance premiums.


Partner at Alston & Bird, LLP: Georgia tort reform measures are ‘crucial first step’

Jenny Hergenrother, a partner at Alston & Bird, LLP, has emphasized the importance of tort reform measures as a critical step in addressing concerns over excessive damages awards in Georgia.


Georgia Insurance Commissioner: ‘Georgia’s legal climate is a hidden tax'

John King, Georgia's state insurance commissioner, has highlighted the state's legal climate as a "hidden tax" on consumers, urging the House to pass Senate Bill 68.


Bruner discusses business-tech landscape at University of Richmond law symposium

Christopher M. Bruner, the Stembler Family Distinguished Professor in Business Law, recently participated in a panel discussion at the University of Richmond School of Law.


Law360 features Dean Rodrigues on her journey as child of immigrants

Dean Usha R. Rodrigues has been featured in a Law360 Pulse article discussing her path to becoming the dean of the School of Law.


Harpaz discusses AI and taxation at Northeastern University

Assistant Professor Assaf Harpaz delivered a presentation titled “Artificial Intelligence and Taxpayer Entity” at the Northeastern University School of Law.


Bruner speaks at University of Richmond law symposium on business-tech landscape

Christopher M. Bruner, the Stembler Family Distinguished Professor in Business Law, took part in a panel discussion at the University of Richmond School of Law.


GA Agriculture Commissioner: ‘Tort reform is a huge victory for Georgia’s #1 industry.’

Tyler Harper, Agriculture Commissioner of the State of Georgia, said that tort reform represents a victory for Georgia's farmers who have experienced rising insurance premiums.


University of Georgia Law receives $2M+ for first-gen student scholarships

The University of Georgia School of Law has announced the creation of the Hart Family Foundation First-Generation Scholarship Fund, backed by a $2 million commitment.


UGA law school receives $2M+ for first-gen student scholarships

The University of Georgia School of Law has announced the creation of the Hart Family Foundation First-Generation Scholarship Fund, thanks to a commitment exceeding $2 million.


Cobb County Juvenile Court launches online payment system for various fees

Online payments for juvenile traffic citations, probation fees, and court program fees are now available through the Cobb County Juvenile Court's website.


Bruner publishes on corporate law in Transnational Legal Theory

Stembler Family Distinguished Professor in Business Law, Christopher M. Bruner, has contributed an article titled “Corporate Personhood, Corporate Rights, and the Contingency of Corporate Law” to the 16th volume of Transnational Legal Theory.


UGA Law triumphs in Jessup moot court regional competition

The University of Georgia School of Law has emerged victorious in the East Coast regional round of the Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition.


Bruner publishes article on corporate law in legal theory journal

Christopher M. Bruner, the Stembler Family Distinguished Professor in Business Law, has published a new article titled “Corporate Personhood, Corporate Rights, and the Contingency of Corporate Law.” The piece appears in the 2025 edition of...


Loganville man sentenced for fatal gas station shooting

A Loganville man has been sentenced to life in prison plus 10 years following his conviction for a deadly shooting at a gas station.