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Foohey presents book on consumer bankruptcy at socio-economics conference
Pamela Foohey, a professor, recently presented her upcoming co-authored book "Debt’s Grip: Risk and Consumer Bankruptcy" at the Society of the Advancement of Socio-Economics annual conference.

LeClercq presents research on trade and labor at Geneva Graduate Institute
Assistant Professor Desirée LeClercq presented her research on trade and labor at a workshop in Switzerland.
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Emma M. Hetherington discusses sex trafficking litigation on WSB-TV
By GA News Gazette | Jul 21, 2025
Clinical Associate Professor and Wilbanks Child Endangerment and Sexual Exploitation Clinic Director Emma M. Hetherington appeared on WSB-TV to discuss sex trafficking litigation in Georgia.
Hetherington discusses trafficking victims protection act on Atlanta's 11Alive
By GA News Gazette | Jul 21, 2025
Clinical Associate Professor and Director of the Wilbanks Child Endangerment and Sexual Exploitation Clinic, Emma M. Hetherington, appeared on Atlanta's 11Alive to discuss the Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act.
Lori A. Ringhand publishes article on presidential elections in Wisconsin Law Review
By GA News Gazette | Jul 21, 2025
Hosch Professor and Meigs Distinguished Teaching Professor Lori A. Ringhand has published an article titled "The Regulation of Presidential Elections" in the 2025 edition of the Wisconsin Law Review, page 509
Mercer law student gains valuable experience through Georgia Court internship
By GA News Gazette | Jul 21, 2025
Mercer University School of Law student Colby Belland, a member of the class of 2027, has secured an internship with Georgia Court of Appeals Judge J. Wade Padgett.
First Amendment Clinic argues case before U.S. District Court
By GA News Gazette | Jul 16, 2025
The First Amendment Clinic recently presented arguments in the case of Booterbaugh v. City of Morrow at the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia.
PBS features Professor Foohey on retiree bankruptcies
By GA News Gazette | Jul 16, 2025
Post Professor Pamela Foohey was recently featured on PBS’ Next Avenue to discuss the rising trend of senior citizens filing for bankruptcy.
Tablet features Pamela Foohey on church bankruptcy issues
By GA News Gazette | Jul 16, 2025
Pamela Foohey, a professor at the University of Georgia School of Law, was recently featured in an article by Tablet.
AJMLS congratulates alumnus Antonio C. Lee on becoming president of Cook County Bar Association
By GA News Gazette | Jul 16, 2025
Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School has announced that alumnus Antonio C. Lee, a graduate of the class of 2014, has been appointed President of the Cook County Bar Association (CCBA).
Tucker showcases impactK.ai at NYU's legal conference
By GA News Gazette | Jul 16, 2025
Alston Chair in Corporate Law Anne M. Tucker presented her impact investment research platform, impactK.ai, at the 2025 Annual Conference on Legal Issues in Social Entrepreneurship and Impact Investing.
Ringhand publishes article on presidential elections in Wisconsin Law Review
By GA News Gazette | Jul 8, 2025
Hosch Professor and Meigs Distinguished Teaching Professor Lori A. Ringhand has published an article titled "The Regulation of Presidential Elections" in the 2025 edition of the Wisconsin Law Review, appearing on page 509
Law graduate aims for advocacy role focused on older adults
By GA News Gazette | Jul 7, 2025
Mercer University School of Law graduate Elizabeth Nelms has dedicated much of her life to serving others, beginning at the age of three when she volunteered at nursing homes and delivered Meals on Wheels.
Ortman discusses plea bargaining at evidence week in Spain
By GA News Gazette | Jul 7, 2025
Professor William Ortman participated in the Michele Taruffo Girona Evidence Week held in Spain last month.
Rutledge and Bradford's article explores jurisdictional limitations in transnational litigation
By GA News Gazette | Jul 3, 2025
Talmadge Chair Peter B. “Bo” Rutledge and third-year student Megan Greeley Bradford have collaborated on an article published in the Daily Report.
UGA School of Law recognized for salary-to-debt ratio
By GA News Gazette | Jul 2, 2025
The University of Georgia School of Law has been recognized as one of the top law schools for graduates looking to effectively manage their debt.
UGA School of Law wins 26 trophies over five years
By GA News Gazette | Jul 1, 2025
The University of Georgia's School of Law has achieved significant success in its advocacy program over the past five years.
UGA Law awards over $1.5 million for summer fellowships
By GA News Gazette | Jun 30, 2025
Summer public interest fellowships at the University of Georgia School of Law offer valuable hands-on learning experiences for law students.
UGA funds faculty projects to tackle rural issues across Georgia
By GA News Gazette | Jun 27, 2025
The University of Georgia's Rural Engagement Workshop for Academic Faculty has allocated seed grants to faculty members addressing rural challenges in Georgia.
School of Law announces faculty and staff award winners for 2024-25
By GA News Gazette | Jun 26, 2025
The School of Law has announced the recipients of its 2024-25 faculty and staff awards, as recognized by students.