D. D. Diggs News


LeClercq publishes study on USMCA's rapid response mechanism

Assistant Professor Desirée LeClercq has released a study titled “Enforcement of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement Rapid Response Mechanism: Views From Mexican Auto Sector Workers.” The publication, co-authored with A Covarrubias-V and C. Quintero...


Bruner discusses global legal market changes in Law360 feature

Stembler Family Distinguished Professor in Business Law, Christopher M. Bruner, was recently featured on Law360.


Chinese national indicted for elder fraud scheme targeting seniors across multiple states

A Chinese national, Xiao Kun Cheung, has been indicted for his involvement in a scheme that defrauded senior citizens of over $1 million across multiple states. U.S. Attorney Jill E. Steinberg from the Southern District of Georgia announced the...


Pediatric dentist sentenced for possession of child pornography

Paul Kim, a pediatric dentist from Sandy Springs, Georgia, has been sentenced to federal prison for possessing child pornography.


UGA alumnae establish fund for Georgia Association of Women Lawyers chapter

A group of alumnae has come together to establish a fund supporting the Georgia Association of Women Lawyers (GAWL) chapter at the University of Georgia School of Law.


Assistant Professor LeClercq featured in Inside U.S. Trade for USMCA study

Assistant Professor Desirée LeClercq has been highlighted in an article on Inside U.S. Trade for her recent study concerning the rapid-response mechanism of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).


Chad Cook receives Beasley Allen’s 2024 Chad Stewart Award

Chad Cook has been recognized with the 2024 Chad Stewart Award, an honor named after Beasley Allen lawyer Chad Stewart, who passed away in 2014.


Grand jury indicts three individuals over fatal DeKalb County car crash

DeKalb County District Attorney Sherry Boston has announced the indictments of three individuals in connection with a fatal car crash that resulted in the death of 18-year-old Lakeside High School student, Sophia Lekiachvili.


Eleventh Circuit invites public comments on rule amendments

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit has announced proposed amendments to its local rules.


Thompson releases new book reflecting on legal career

Larry D. Thompson, a Sibley Professor in Corporate and Business Law, has published a new book titled "Quiet Counsel: Looking Back on a Life of Service to the Law."


Eleventh Circuit invites public comment on rule amendments

Notice and opportunity for comment have been announced regarding proposed amendments to the Rules of the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.


Environmental manager sentenced for defrauding employer of over $1 million

Michael Mayfield, an environmental manager from Flowery Branch, Georgia, has been sentenced to three years in prison for defrauding his employer, Mars Wrigley, of over $1.2 million.


Ringhand's book on Supreme Court hearings earns prestigious academic title

Hosch Professor and Meigs Distinguished Teaching Professor Lori A. Ringhand's book, "Supreme Bias: Gender and Race in U.S. Supreme Court Confirmation Hearings," has been recognized as a 2024 Choice Outstanding Academic Title.


Man sentenced to life for role in deadly Acworth home invasion

Rodney Jacob Sanders, 26, has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.


Federal rule amendments effective from December

Several amendments to federal rules and forms took effect on December 1, 2024.


University recognizes leaders with annual Blue Key awards

Awards and initiates were recognized at the university’s annual Tucker Dorsey Blue Key Alumni Banquet on November 22 at the University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel.


Man sentenced to life for murder and abuse charges

Cobb County District Attorney Flynn D. Broady Jr. has announced that Hugho Pacheco, 53, pleaded guilty to charges of malice murder and aggravated sexual battery after a jury was seated on November 18, 2024.


Hetherington featured in USA Today for insights on parental rights

Clinical Associate Professor Emma M. Hetherington, who also serves as the Director of the Wilbanks Child Endangerment and Sexual Exploitation Clinic, was recently featured in USA Today.


American Health Imaging settles $5M over alleged healthcare kickbacks

American Health Imaging, Inc. (AHI) and its former founder and CEO, Scott Arant, have agreed to pay $5,250,000 to the United States and the State of Georgia.


University of Georgia aids Troup County with free legal services

The University of Georgia School of Law recently participated in a legal pop-up clinic in Troup County, marking the second year of its involvement.