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First Amendment Clinic argues Sullivan v. Prospero in Eleventh Circuit
By K. R. Nelson | Apr 3, 2025
The First Amendment Clinic has presented arguments in the case of Sullivan v. Prospero before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.
Professor Diane Amann discusses Indigenous schooling at international law workshop
By K. R. Nelson | Apr 3, 2025
Diane Marie Amann, a Regents' Professor of International Law and Woodruff Chair in International Law, delivered a presentation titled “Child-Taking Justice and Forced Residential Schooling of Indigenous Americans” during an online workshop.
First Amendment Clinic presents Sullivan v. Prospero to Eleventh Circuit
By K. R. Nelson | Apr 3, 2025
The First Amendment Clinic recently presented arguments in the Sullivan v. Prospero case before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.
Pamela Foohey explores bankruptcy law and social debt in new article
By K. R. Nelson | Apr 2, 2025
Pamela Foohey, a professor and distinguished scholar, has announced the publication of a new article titled "The End(s) of Bankruptcy Exceptionalism: Purdue Pharma and the Problem of Social Debt."
Bruner speaks on stakeholder corporate governance potential in US
By K. R. Nelson | Apr 1, 2025
Christopher M. Bruner, the Stembler Family Distinguished Professor in Business Law, shared insights on "Potential for Stakeholder Corporate Governance in the United States" in a March seminar.
School of Law recognizes distinguished alumni for outstanding contributions
By K. R. Nelson | Apr 1, 2025
The School of Law recently honored Peter B. "Bo" Rutledge and Yvette K. Daniels with prestigious awards for their contributions to the legal field.
Land Conservation Clinic takes students to conserved Oconee River property
By K. R. Nelson | Apr 1, 2025
The Land Conservation Clinic recently organized a visit to a 223-acre property safeguarded by a conservation easement.
School of Law bestows awards to alumni and former dean
By K. R. Nelson | Apr 1, 2025
Peter B. "Bo" Rutledge and Yvette K. Daniels were recently honored by the School of Law with the Distinguished Service Scroll Award.
Professor West discusses defamation law in the digital age at legal studies lecture
By K. R. Nelson | Mar 31, 2025
Brumby Distinguished Professor in First Amendment Law, Sonja R. West, recently delivered a presentation titled "Defamation Law in the Digital Age: The Relevancy of New York Times v. Sullivan in the Modern World."
Harpaz talks AI at Case Western Reserve University's law symposium
By K. R. Nelson | Mar 31, 2025
Assistant Professor Assaf Harpaz delivered a presentation titled "Artificial Intelligence and Taxpayer Entity" at the Case Western Reserve University School of Law.
Hellerstein’s treatise referenced in Pepsico tax case by Illinois appellate court
By K. R. Nelson | Mar 31, 2025
Walter Hellerstein, a Distinguished Research Professor and Shackelford Distinguished Professor in Taxation Law Emeritus, has seen his treatise "State Taxation" referenced by the Illinois First District Appellate Court.
Appellate Litigation Clinic argues case before Eleventh Circuit
By A. D. Bamburg | Mar 28, 2025
The Appellate Litigation Clinic recently took to the courtroom to present the case of Bilal v. Benoit before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.
School of Law holds Awards Day to honor achievements of students and faculty
By A. D. Bamburg | Mar 28, 2025
The School of Law recently held its annual Awards Day to recognize the efforts and achievements of its students and faculty.
Cyberbullying laws discussed by Professor Kadri in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution article
By A. D. Bamburg | Mar 28, 2025
Assistant Professor Thomas E. Kadri has been featured in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution in a discussion surrounding cyberbullying laws.
Mercer Law student Allison L. Cartwright pursues her dream of becoming a lawyer
By GA News Gazette | Mar 27, 2025
In 2016, Allison L. Cartwright began working as a senior account executive at New Horizons Computer Learning Center in Atlanta after a notable career in banking, mortgages, and financial planning.
UGA School of Law receives $2-million-plus for first-gen scholarships
By A. D. Bamburg | Mar 27, 2025
The University of Georgia School of Law has been recognized in National Jurist following a substantial commitment exceeding $2 million.
Mercer Law alumna Shay Peterson reflects on her career path
By GA News Gazette | Mar 27, 2025
In 1919, Kathryne Pierce made history as the first woman to both enroll in and graduate from Mercer Law School.
Law.com features Elizabeth Chamblee Burch on Georgia's punitive damages statute
By A. D. Bamburg | Mar 27, 2025
Callaway Chair Elizabeth Chamblee Burch was recently highlighted on Law.com in relation to Georgia’s punitive damages statute.
Mercer Law's externship program enhances student learning through practical legal experience
By GA News Gazette | Mar 27, 2025
Externships at Mercer Law School offer invaluable opportunities for students to gain real-world legal experience through work placements off campus.
Post professor discusses auto loan debt in NewsNation article
By A. D. Bamburg | Mar 26, 2025
Pamela Foohey, a professor at Post University, was recently featured in NewsNation discussing the issue of auto loan debt among Americans.