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This fall, the School of Law will welcome four new faculty members to its ranks.

Wisconsin Court of Appeals cites Hellerstein's treatise on state taxation

Walter Hellerstein, a Distinguished Research Professor and Shackelford Distinguished Professor in Taxation Law Emeritus, has had his treatise "State Taxation" cited by the Wisconsin Court of Appeals.

School of Law introduces four new professors for fall semester

This fall, the School of Law is set to welcome four new faculty members.

Federal charges filed against illegal aliens after Cobb County meth lab bust

Juan Perez-Maldonado and Francisco Garcia Gomez, both undocumented immigrants from Mexico, were presented in federal court on June 4, 2025.

Greater Georgia hosts tort reform panel with Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce

Greater Georgia announced on X that it held a tort reform panel discussion with the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce, expressing gratitude to participating lawmakers and attendees.

The Citizen highlights new tort reform laws signed by Gov. Kemp

The Citizen announced on X that it reported on new tort reform laws signed by Governor Brian Kemp, noting that Senate Bill (SB) 68 and SB 69 could help curb lawsuit abuse in Georgia.

Former spouse sentenced for fraudulently claiming veteran's spousal benefits

The ex-wife of a deceased U.S. Army veteran has been sentenced to prison for fraudulently obtaining spousal benefits.

Amann explores acquittal case in FIU Law Review

Diane Marie Amann, Regents' Professor of International Law and Woodruff Chair in International Law, has published an article titled “Inge Viermetz, Woman Acquitted at Nuremberg” in the 19th edition of the FIU Law Review.

Johnson & Johnson faces continued legal challenges over talcum powder lawsuits

By GA News Gazette | Jun 4, 2025

A recent interview has brought renewed attention to the controversies surrounding Johnson & Johnson, particularly focusing on their talcum powder products.

Authorities warn of jury duty scam targeting Georgia residents

By GA News Gazette | Jun 4, 2025

Residents in the Northern District of Georgia are being targeted by a scam involving fraudulent phone calls and emails.

Sonja R. West speaks at Oxford University on media law

By GA News Gazette | Jun 4, 2025

Brumby Distinguished Professor in First Amendment Law Sonja R. West participated in the Bonavero Institute of Human Rights Comparative Media Law Workshop at the University of Oxford

Atlanta's John Marshall announces new SBA executive board for 2025-2026

Ja’Quan Fulton, a first-generation college and law student from Clayton County, has been named the 2025-2026 President of the Student Bar Association at Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School.

Graduate Addison Robinson shares insights on law school journey

Addison Robinson has graduated from Mercer University's School of Law, earning a Juris Doctor degree.

Federal judges approve GM's $175M settlements over hidden engine defects

After years of legal proceedings, a significant step has been made toward compensating car buyers affected by an engine defect in vehicles sold by General Motors (GM).

Albany man sentenced to life for decades-old kidnapping and rape

DeKalb County District Attorney Sherry Boston announced the conviction of Reginald Colwell, an Albany man, for kidnapping and sexually assaulting a woman in 1988.

Amann discusses justice for child-taking crimes at international course