http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/index.html Wed, 20 May 2026 22:39:16 EDT Wed, 20 May 2026 22:39:16 EDT urn:uuid:93e166570ae7209864aeb97c7a7b0dd9 Copyright Emory University - School of Law More than 300 students donned regalia like this on Mother’s Day as Emory University School of Law held its Diploma Ceremony recognizing the law school’s 108th graduating class. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2026/05/graduation-2026.html 2849f0c30a3c0227785603a428872f94 Thu, 14 May 2026 00:00:00 EDT A. Kenyatta Greer urn:uuid:2849f0c30a3c0227785603a428872f94 2026-05-14T12:0:00-04:00 The regalia and the regaled: Celebrating 300 new ‘Emory Lawyers’ More than 300 students donned regalia like this on Mother’s Day as Emory University School of Law held its Diploma Ceremony recognizing the law school’s 108th graduating class. Emory University - School of Law Emory University School of Law has announced the launch of a formal Environmental Law concentration, beginning academic year 2026–2027. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2026/05/environmental-law-concentration.html feec92880a3c0227785603a495d3ae8c Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 EDT Emory Law urn:uuid:feec92880a3c0227785603a495d3ae8c 2026-05-06T12:0:00-04:00 Emory Law elevates environmental program with new concentration Emory University School of Law has announced the launch of a formal Environmental Law concentration, beginning academic year 2026–2027. Emory University - School of Law Sarwark 26L received the 2026 JM Leadership Award, an honor that goes to the student who has shown significant leadership throughout their time at Emory Law. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2026/04/robert-sarwark-jm-grad.html e475e4a90a3c0227785603a4f9ef6e75 Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 EDT A. Kenyatta Greer urn:uuid:e475e4a90a3c0227785603a4f9ef6e75 Robert Sarwark 26L is the recipient of the 2026 Juris Master Leadership Award, an honor that goes to the JM student who has shown significant leadership throughout their time at Emory Law. He took a nontraditional path to his degree, and it worked well for his personal and professional needs, earning him the respect of his peers and his professors along the way. He shares his story below. 2026-05-01T12:0:00-04:00 Fed librarian Sarwark 26L says JM to 'contribute strategically' Sarwark 26L received the 2026 JM Leadership Award, an honor that goes to the student who has shown significant leadership throughout their time at Emory Law. Emory University - School of Law Already an attorney in the Ukraine, Meshcheriakov brought his legal prowess and dedication to human rights to the US, where he is completing the LLM program. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2026/04/meshcheriakov-grad-llm.html d010566d0a3c0227785603a428dfbf50 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 00:00:00 EDT Megan Hodgkiss urn:uuid:d010566d0a3c0227785603a428dfbf50 Robert Sarwark 26L is the recipient of the 2026 Juris Master Leadership Award, an honor that goes to the JM student who has shown significant leadership throughout their time at Emory Law. He took a nontraditional path to his degree, and it worked well for his personal and professional needs, earning him the respect of his peers and his professors along the way. He shares his story below. 2026-04-27T12:0:00-04:00 Student Spotlight: Mykhailo Meshcheriakov 26L Already an attorney in the Ukraine, Meshcheriakov brought his legal prowess and dedication to human rights to the US, where he is completing the LLM program. Emory University - School of Law Language of the Law: Concepts and Insights is a course open to staff who have not previously studied the law. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2026/03/language_of_the_law.html 2119f1b30a3c0227576e275f68ea63b4 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:00:00 EDT Megan Hodgkiss urn:uuid:2119f1b30a3c0227576e275f68ea63b4 Robert Sarwark 26L is the recipient of the 2026 Juris Master Leadership Award, an honor that goes to the JM student who has shown significant leadership throughout their time at Emory Law. He took a nontraditional path to his degree, and it worked well for his personal and professional needs, earning him the respect of his peers and his professors along the way. He shares his story below. 2026-03-24T12:0:00-04:00 Learning the Language of the Law Language of the Law: Concepts and Insights is a course open to staff who have not previously studied the law. Emory University - School of Law Beginning Fall 2026, Emory Law will offer a concentration in AI and the Law, giving students access to a transformative development in modern legal practice. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2026/03/new-ai-concentration.html e2f1217f0a3c0227576e275f6b559a86 Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:00:00 EDT Emory University - School of Law urn:uuid:e2f1217f0a3c0227576e275f6b559a86 Robert Sarwark 26L is the recipient of the 2026 Juris Master Leadership Award, an honor that goes to the JM student who has shown significant leadership throughout their time at Emory Law. He took a nontraditional path to his degree, and it worked well for his personal and professional needs, earning him the respect of his peers and his professors along the way. He shares his story below. 2026-03-12T12:0:00-04:00 AI and the Law concentration launches Fall 2026 Beginning Fall 2026, Emory Law will offer a concentration in AI and the Law, giving students access to a transformative development in modern legal practice. Emory University - School of Law New course will equip students to build successful careers in public service law. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2026/01/new-pub-interest-pathways.html 8fb10fcd0a3c022730531f3395a6916c Mon, 05 Jan 2026 00:00:00 EST Emory University - School of Law urn:uuid:8fb10fcd0a3c022730531f3395a6916c Robert Sarwark 26L is the recipient of the 2026 Juris Master Leadership Award, an honor that goes to the JM student who has shown significant leadership throughout their time at Emory Law. He took a nontraditional path to his degree, and it worked well for his personal and professional needs, earning him the respect of his peers and his professors along the way. He shares his story below. 2026-01-05T12:0:00-05:00 Emory Law launches Public Interest Pathways course New course will equip students to build successful careers in public service law. Emory University - School of Law Twenty Emory Law students have been designated as Kessler-Eidson Scholars for their excellence demonstrating trial advocacy skills this past May. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2025/11/keptt-2025-scholars.html 94b19c060a3c013a3d73a79ada25d809 Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:00:00 EST Emory University - School of Law urn:uuid:94b19c060a3c013a3d73a79ada25d809 Robert Sarwark 26L is the recipient of the 2026 Juris Master Leadership Award, an honor that goes to the JM student who has shown significant leadership throughout their time at Emory Law. He took a nontraditional path to his degree, and it worked well for his personal and professional needs, earning him the respect of his peers and his professors along the way. He shares his story below. 2025-11-17T12:0:00-05:00 Kessler-Eidson Program for Trial Techniques names 2025 scholars Twenty Emory Law students have been designated as Kessler-Eidson Scholars for their excellence demonstrating trial advocacy skills this past May. Emory University - School of Law John Witte Jr. has recently received the Distinguished Alumnus Award from his alma mater Calvin University, among numerous other accolades. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2025/11/witte-jr-named-distinguished-alumnus-capping-recent-accolades.html 6b0661a10a3c013a3d73a79ab1f151f4 Sun, 09 Nov 2025 00:00:00 EST Emory University - School of Law urn:uuid:6b0661a10a3c013a3d73a79ab1f151f4 Robert Sarwark 26L is the recipient of the 2026 Juris Master Leadership Award, an honor that goes to the JM student who has shown significant leadership throughout their time at Emory Law. He took a nontraditional path to his degree, and it worked well for his personal and professional needs, earning him the respect of his peers and his professors along the way. He shares his story below. 2025-11-09T12:0:00-05:00 Witte Jr. named Distinguished Alumnus, capping recent accolades John Witte Jr. has recently received the Distinguished Alumnus Award from his alma mater Calvin University, among numerous other accolades. Emory University - School of Law There is a space at Emory Law newly dedicated to meditation and reflection for all faiths. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2025/10/prayer-room.html ee8710e70a3c03df11b25be6b7b9f68f Thu, 16 Oct 2025 00:00:00 EDT A. Kenyatta Greer urn:uuid:ee8710e70a3c03df11b25be6b7b9f68f Robert Sarwark 26L is the recipient of the 2026 Juris Master Leadership Award, an honor that goes to the JM student who has shown significant leadership throughout their time at Emory Law. He took a nontraditional path to his degree, and it worked well for his personal and professional needs, earning him the respect of his peers and his professors along the way. He shares his story below. 2025-10-16T12:0:00-04:00 Interfaith prayer room now open at the school of law There is a space at Emory Law newly dedicated to meditation and reflection for all faiths. Emory University - School of Law Class of '86 alumni establish The Richard Freer Endowed Scholarship to honor Dean Richard D. Freer’s enduring commitment to student flourishing. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2025/10/alumni-scholarship.html a5fe12260ae7208721042b47968e1dc4 Fri, 03 Oct 2025 09:00:00 EDT A. Kenyatta Greer urn:uuid:a5fe12260ae7208721042b47968e1dc4 Robert Sarwark 26L is the recipient of the 2026 Juris Master Leadership Award, an honor that goes to the JM student who has shown significant leadership throughout their time at Emory Law. He took a nontraditional path to his degree, and it worked well for his personal and professional needs, earning him the respect of his peers and his professors along the way. He shares his story below. 2025-10-03T9:0:00-04:00 Alumni establish Freer endowed scholarship to support student flourishing Class of '86 alumni establish The Richard Freer Endowed Scholarship to honor Dean Richard D. Freer’s enduring commitment to student flourishing. Emory University - School of Law You may know Lori Duff 94L as the managing partner at Jones & Duff or the presiding judge in the city of Loganville. But she is also an accomplished writer. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2025/09/conversation-with-lori-b-duff.html 3a4181860ae72087298841947f6b45b7 Thu, 11 Sep 2025 00:00:00 EDT Megan Hodgkiss urn:uuid:3a4181860ae72087298841947f6b45b7 Robert Sarwark 26L is the recipient of the 2026 Juris Master Leadership Award, an honor that goes to the JM student who has shown significant leadership throughout their time at Emory Law. He took a nontraditional path to his degree, and it worked well for his personal and professional needs, earning him the respect of his peers and his professors along the way. He shares his story below. 2025-09-11T12:0:00-04:00 An Interview with Lori B. Duff: judge, author, and Emory Law alum You may know Lori Duff 94L as the managing partner at Jones & Duff or the presiding judge in the city of Loganville. But she is also an accomplished writer. Emory University - School of Law Emory Law has developed a comprehensive program that prepares students for their 3L year and empowers them with the information and resources needed for success http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2025/08/roadmap-to-graduation.html a82645150a3c013a3d73a79a7e96f27c Fri, 29 Aug 2025 00:00:00 EDT Megan Hodgkiss urn:uuid:a82645150a3c013a3d73a79a7e96f27c Robert Sarwark 26L is the recipient of the 2026 Juris Master Leadership Award, an honor that goes to the JM student who has shown significant leadership throughout their time at Emory Law. He took a nontraditional path to his degree, and it worked well for his personal and professional needs, earning him the respect of his peers and his professors along the way. He shares his story below. 2025-08-29T12:0:00-04:00 Emory Law's Roadmap to Graduation Emory Law has developed a comprehensive program that prepares students for their 3L year and empowers them with the information and resources needed for success Emory University - School of Law Emory Law is excited to welcome new faculty members for the 2025-2026 academic year. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2025/08/2025-new-faculty.html af2b56e80ae720870d6cbe09423f1e12 Fri, 15 Aug 2025 00:00:00 EDT Megan Hodgkiss urn:uuid:af2b56e80ae720870d6cbe09423f1e12 Robert Sarwark 26L is the recipient of the 2026 Juris Master Leadership Award, an honor that goes to the JM student who has shown significant leadership throughout their time at Emory Law. He took a nontraditional path to his degree, and it worked well for his personal and professional needs, earning him the respect of his peers and his professors along the way. He shares his story below. 2025-08-15T12:0:00-04:00 Law school greets legal writing, congressional oversight experts Emory Law is excited to welcome new faculty members for the 2025-2026 academic year. Emory University - School of Law Two SCOTUS justices cited Volokh in a decision, and Justice Gorsuch referenced an amicus brief Volokh wrote. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2025/08/volokh-quoted-nondelegation.html a3e227d80ae720870d6cbe091a7fdbdf Wed, 13 Aug 2025 00:00:00 EDT Megan Hodgkiss urn:uuid:a3e227d80ae720870d6cbe091a7fdbdf Robert Sarwark 26L is the recipient of the 2026 Juris Master Leadership Award, an honor that goes to the JM student who has shown significant leadership throughout their time at Emory Law. He took a nontraditional path to his degree, and it worked well for his personal and professional needs, earning him the respect of his peers and his professors along the way. He shares his story below. 2025-08-13T12:0:00-04:00 US Supreme Court Justices look to Volokh on non-delegation Two SCOTUS justices cited Volokh in a decision, and Justice Gorsuch referenced an amicus brief Volokh wrote. Emory University - School of Law The Stevens Foundation supported 158 Stevens Fellows selected by 38 law schools. Six Emory Law students are among them. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2025/08/2025-stevens-fellows.html a44e7a160ae720870d6cbe09c0b7df07 Wed, 13 Aug 2025 00:00:00 EDT Emory University - School of Law urn:uuid:a44e7a160ae720870d6cbe09c0b7df07 Robert Sarwark 26L is the recipient of the 2026 Juris Master Leadership Award, an honor that goes to the JM student who has shown significant leadership throughout their time at Emory Law. He took a nontraditional path to his degree, and it worked well for his personal and professional needs, earning him the respect of his peers and his professors along the way. He shares his story below. 2025-08-13T12:0:00-04:00 Six Emory Law students named Stevens Fellows The Stevens Foundation supported 158 Stevens Fellows selected by 38 law schools. Six Emory Law students are among them. Emory University - School of Law Associate Dean of Faculty and Associate Professor of Law Matthew Lawrence has been appointed as a public member of the ACUS. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2025/05/lawrence-appointed-public-member-of-administrative-conference-of-the-united-states.html f3f53b560ae720870aebcfed238a872c Wed, 21 May 2025 00:00:00 EDT Emory University - School of Law urn:uuid:f3f53b560ae720870aebcfed238a872c Robert Sarwark 26L is the recipient of the 2026 Juris Master Leadership Award, an honor that goes to the JM student who has shown significant leadership throughout their time at Emory Law. He took a nontraditional path to his degree, and it worked well for his personal and professional needs, earning him the respect of his peers and his professors along the way. He shares his story below. 2025-05-21T12:0:00-04:00 Matthew Lawrence appointed public member of ACUS Associate Dean of Faculty and Associate Professor of Law Matthew Lawrence has been appointed as a public member of the ACUS. Emory University - School of Law Walter Jospin 79L, his wife, Senior Superior Court Judge Wendy Shoob, and their family have donated $400,000 to establish the Judge Marvin H. Shoob Endowed Scholarship. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2025/05/shoob-jospin-family-gift-honors-judge-marvin-shoob-supports-emory-law-students.html ea48cac00ae720870aebcfed460d110e Tue, 20 May 2025 00:00:00 EDT Emory University - School of Law urn:uuid:ea48cac00ae720870aebcfed460d110e Robert Sarwark 26L is the recipient of the 2026 Juris Master Leadership Award, an honor that goes to the JM student who has shown significant leadership throughout their time at Emory Law. He took a nontraditional path to his degree, and it worked well for his personal and professional needs, earning him the respect of his peers and his professors along the way. He shares his story below. 2025-05-20T12:0:00-04:00 Shoob, Jospin gift honors leadership legacy, supports students Walter Jospin 79L, his wife, Senior Superior Court Judge Wendy Shoob, and their family have donated $400,000 to establish the Judge Marvin H. Shoob Endowed Scholarship. Emory University - School of Law Two hundred and fifty-four aspiring legal minds crossed the stage as the 107th graduating class of Emory University School of Law. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2025/05/graduating-class-mothers-day.html cb79f5720ae720873fa5fa68f9ffa60b Tue, 13 May 2025 00:00:00 EDT A. Kenyatta Greer urn:uuid:cb79f5720ae720873fa5fa68f9ffa60b Robert Sarwark 26L is the recipient of the 2026 Juris Master Leadership Award, an honor that goes to the JM student who has shown significant leadership throughout their time at Emory Law. He took a nontraditional path to his degree, and it worked well for his personal and professional needs, earning him the respect of his peers and his professors along the way. He shares his story below. 2025-05-13T12:0:00-04:00 Emory Law honors 107th graduating class on Mother's Day Two hundred and fifty-four aspiring legal minds crossed the stage as the 107th graduating class of Emory University School of Law. Emory University - School of Law For Zona Watson, the decision to pursue a law degree at Emory University was deeply personal, rooted in years of frontline experience in child welfare. Watson reflects on her journey, her aspirations, and the impactful experiences that have shaped her legal ambitions. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2025/05/from-foster-care-worker-to-future-advocate-zona-watson-25l.html cc020dbf0ae720873fa5fa68f5250a91 Tue, 13 May 2025 00:00:00 EDT A. Kenyatta Greer urn:uuid:cc020dbf0ae720873fa5fa68f5250a91 Robert Sarwark 26L is the recipient of the 2026 Juris Master Leadership Award, an honor that goes to the JM student who has shown significant leadership throughout their time at Emory Law. He took a nontraditional path to his degree, and it worked well for his personal and professional needs, earning him the respect of his peers and his professors along the way. He shares his story below. 2025-05-13T12:0:00-04:00 From foster care worker to future advocate: Zona Watson 25L For Zona Watson, the decision to pursue a law degree at Emory University was deeply personal, rooted in years of frontline experience in child welfare. Watson reflects on her journey, her aspirations, and the impactful experiences that have shaped her legal ambitions. Emory University - School of Law Emory SVP of search names Das Acevedo a research impact faculty fellow. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2025/04/das-acevedo-research-fellow.html 408c363d0ae7208754262c46d37cfb55 Wed, 16 Apr 2025 00:00:00 EDT Emory University - School of Law urn:uuid:408c363d0ae7208754262c46d37cfb55 Robert Sarwark 26L is the recipient of the 2026 Juris Master Leadership Award, an honor that goes to the JM student who has shown significant leadership throughout their time at Emory Law. He took a nontraditional path to his degree, and it worked well for his personal and professional needs, earning him the respect of his peers and his professors along the way. He shares his story below. 2025-04-16T12:0:00-04:00 Das Acevedo named research impact faculty fellow Emory SVP of search names Das Acevedo a research impact faculty fellow. Emory University - School of Law The American College of Environmental Lawyers (ACOEL) announced April 8 the election of 18 new fellows, including Mark Nevitt, associate professor of law. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2025/04/nevitt-fellow-american-college-environ-lawyers.html 406077ea0ae7208754262c461575ab02 Wed, 16 Apr 2025 00:00:00 EDT Emory University - School of Law urn:uuid:406077ea0ae7208754262c461575ab02 Robert Sarwark 26L is the recipient of the 2026 Juris Master Leadership Award, an honor that goes to the JM student who has shown significant leadership throughout their time at Emory Law. He took a nontraditional path to his degree, and it worked well for his personal and professional needs, earning him the respect of his peers and his professors along the way. He shares his story below. 2025-04-16T12:0:00-04:00 Nevitt named fellow to the ACOEL The American College of Environmental Lawyers (ACOEL) announced April 8 the election of 18 new fellows, including Mark Nevitt, associate professor of law. Emory University - School of Law The American College of Environmental Lawyers (ACOEL) announced April 8 the election of 18 new fellows, including Mark Nevitt, associate professor of law. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2025/02/gate-city-bar-association.html fb77a8ea0ae7208777077951b947ec64 Wed, 12 Feb 2025 00:00:00 EST Megan Hodgkiss urn:uuid:fb77a8ea0ae7208777077951b947ec64 In 1948, a group of ten civil rights attorneys and advocates seeking a community of support started the Gate City Bar Association. These Black men and women were accomplished legal professionals and leaders within the Atlanta community; however, they were not permitted to participate in the existing, predominantly white bar associations. So, they decided to establish their own organization. 2025-02-12T12:0:00-05:00 Gate City Bar Association: A Legacy of Community The American College of Environmental Lawyers (ACOEL) announced April 8 the election of 18 new fellows, including Mark Nevitt, associate professor of law. Emory University - School of Law More than 250 scholars from five different continents gathered at Emory Law in November 2024 for the 18th Annual Conference on Empirical Legal Studies (CELS). Professors and Society for Empirical Legal Studies co-presidents Tonja Jacobi, Jonathan Nash, and Joanna Shepherd were instrumental in bringing the conference to Emory. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2025/01/emory-law-hosts-18th-annual-conference-on-empirical-legal-studies.html be1629130ae72087609a454d1d44c038 Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 EST Megan Hodgkiss urn:uuid:be1629130ae72087609a454d1d44c038 In 1948, a group of ten civil rights attorneys and advocates seeking a community of support started the Gate City Bar Association. These Black men and women were accomplished legal professionals and leaders within the Atlanta community; however, they were not permitted to participate in the existing, predominantly white bar associations. So, they decided to establish their own organization. 2025-01-31T12:0:00-05:00 Emory Law hosts 18th Annual Conference on Empirical Legal Studies More than 250 scholars from five different continents gathered at Emory Law in November 2024 for the 18th Annual Conference on Empirical Legal Studies (CELS). Professors and Society for Empirical Legal Studies co-presidents Tonja Jacobi, Jonathan Nash, and Joanna Shepherd were instrumental in bringing the conference to Emory. Emory University - School of Law This week, Associate Professor Mark Nevitt provided a written statement for the record for a U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee hearing that weighed the impact of using military personnel to enforce federal immigration laws. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/12/nevitt-senate-judiciary-hearing-military-personnel-to-enforce-federal-immigration-laws.html bb0642cf0ae7208716b2be20d5633ff5 Thu, 12 Dec 2024 00:00:00 EST Lisa Ashmore urn:uuid:bb0642cf0ae7208716b2be20d5633ff5 This week, Associate Professor Mark Nevitt provided a written statement for the record for a U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee hearing that weighed the impact of using military personnel to enforce federal immigration laws. 2024-12-12T12:0:00-05:00 Nevitt advises Senate against using military for deportations This week, Associate Professor Mark Nevitt provided a written statement for the record for a U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee hearing that weighed the impact of using military personnel to enforce federal immigration laws. Emory University - School of Law In 1998, the Turner Foundation established Emory Law’s Turner Environmental Law clinic, which recently celebrated 25 years of public service. The clinic's pro bono work focuses clean and sustainable energy; regenerative agriculture and local food systems; natural resource protection; and environmental justice. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/11/turner-environmental-law-clinic-at-25.html 4f1ed5d60ae720874618f007d3c7b299 Thu, 21 Nov 2024 00:00:00 EST Lisa Ashmore urn:uuid:4f1ed5d60ae720874618f007d3c7b299 In 1998, the Turner Foundation established Emory Law’s Turner Environmental Law clinic, which recently celebrated 25 years of public service. The clinic's pro bono work focuses clean and sustainable energy; regenerative agriculture and local food systems; natural resource protection; and environmental justice. 2024-11-21T12:0:00-05:00 The Turner Clinic: 25 years of defending the environment In 1998, the Turner Foundation established Emory Law’s Turner Environmental Law clinic, which recently celebrated 25 years of public service. The clinic's pro bono work focuses clean and sustainable energy; regenerative agriculture and local food systems; natural resource protection; and environmental justice. Emory University - School of Law Twelve Emory Law students have been designated as Kessler-Eidson Scholars for their excellence demonstrating trial advocacy skills this past May. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/11/2024-keptt-scholars.html f8fee4ec0ae720875a5f59c3fe73afbf Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:00 EST Emory University - School of Law urn:uuid:f8fee4ec0ae720875a5f59c3fe73afbf In 1998, the Turner Foundation established Emory Law’s Turner Environmental Law clinic, which recently celebrated 25 years of public service. The clinic's pro bono work focuses clean and sustainable energy; regenerative agriculture and local food systems; natural resource protection; and environmental justice. 2024-11-04T12:0:00-05:00 Kessler-Eidson Program for Trial Techniques recognizes scholarship award winners Twelve Emory Law students have been designated as Kessler-Eidson Scholars for their excellence demonstrating trial advocacy skills this past May. Emory University - School of Law The new school year is in full swing and things are hopping! Our revamped Orientation hit a responsive chord with the lLs, who are settling in very well. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/10/dean-freer-alumni-message.html de04868f0ae720877d3f6d4b7d2b5bec Wed, 30 Oct 2024 00:00:00 EDT Emory University - School of Law urn:uuid:de04868f0ae720877d3f6d4b7d2b5bec The new school year is in full swing and things are hopping! Our revamped Orientation hit a responsive chord with the lLs, who are settling in very well. 2024-10-30T12:0:00-04:00 Dean Freer's message to alumni: My first 100 days The new school year is in full swing and things are hopping! Our revamped Orientation hit a responsive chord with the lLs, who are settling in very well. Emory University - School of Law Longtime professor at Emory School of Law champions fundamentals as building blocks for successful careers in law. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/10/2024-10-30-historic-carney-gift-for-business-and-transactional-law.html ddf203580ae720877d3f6d4b42f6e9af Wed, 30 Oct 2024 00:00:00 EDT Emory University - School of Law urn:uuid:ddf203580ae720877d3f6d4b42f6e9af Longtime professor at Emory School of Law champions fundamentals as building blocks for successful careers in law. 2024-10-30T12:0:00-04:00 Historic gift creates the William and Jane Carney Center for Business and Transactional Law Longtime professor at Emory School of Law champions fundamentals as building blocks for successful careers in law. Emory University - School of Law Longtime professor at Emory School of Law champions fundamentals as building blocks for successful careers in law. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/10/2024-10-01-solicitor-general-prelogar-visits-elsscap.html 8c183e5e0ae720870ea40fa3eee3ba89 Tue, 01 Oct 2024 00:00:00 EDT Anna Chapman urn:uuid:8c183e5e0ae720870ea40fa3eee3ba89 Longtime professor at Emory School of Law champions fundamentals as building blocks for successful careers in law. 2024-10-01T12:0:00-04:00 US Solicitor General visits Emory Law Longtime professor at Emory School of Law champions fundamentals as building blocks for successful careers in law. Emory University - School of Law While many American citizens were horrified to see Afghan men and women clinging to airplanes to try to escape Kabul in 2021, few knew how to help. But Jacob DeFazio 21C 24L’s work to help Afghan interpreters who risked their lives working with US military during America’s longest war has been recognized with a national public service award. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/09/2024-09-24-defazio-receives-nalp-award-for-pro-bono-work-for-afghan-allies.html 258864ec0ae72087030f3b63f22f0a90 Tue, 24 Sep 2024 00:00:00 EDT Lisa Ashmore urn:uuid:258864ec0ae72087030f3b63f22f0a90 While many American citizens were horrified to see Afghan men and women clinging to airplanes to try to escape Kabul in 2021, few knew how to help. But Jacob DeFazio 21C 24L’s work to help Afghan interpreters who risked their lives working with US military during America’s longest war has been recognized with a national public service award. 2024-09-24T12:0:00-04:00 DeFazio 24L recognized for work to help Afghan military allies While many American citizens were horrified to see Afghan men and women clinging to airplanes to try to escape Kabul in 2021, few knew how to help. But Jacob DeFazio 21C 24L’s work to help Afghan interpreters who risked their lives working with US military during America’s longest war has been recognized with a national public service award. Emory University - School of Law While many American citizens were horrified to see Afghan men and women clinging to airplanes to try to escape Kabul in 2021, few knew how to help. But Jacob DeFazio 21C 24L’s work to help Afghan interpreters who risked their lives working with US military during America’s longest war has been recognized with a national public service award. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/09/2024-09-16-georgiev-appointed-sec-investor-advisory-committee.html fc80e5440ae720873298b7718c4945fe Mon, 16 Sep 2024 00:00:00 EDT Lisa Ashmore urn:uuid:fc80e5440ae720873298b7718c4945fe While many American citizens were horrified to see Afghan men and women clinging to airplanes to try to escape Kabul in 2021, few knew how to help. But Jacob DeFazio 21C 24L’s work to help Afghan interpreters who risked their lives working with US military during America’s longest war has been recognized with a national public service award. 2024-09-16T12:0:00-04:00 Georgiev appointed to SEC Investor Advisory Committee While many American citizens were horrified to see Afghan men and women clinging to airplanes to try to escape Kabul in 2021, few knew how to help. But Jacob DeFazio 21C 24L’s work to help Afghan interpreters who risked their lives working with US military during America’s longest war has been recognized with a national public service award. Emory University - School of Law The court’s recent decision in Loper Bright Enterprises has enormous implications for environmental law and prospective climate action. While agencies and courts are digesting the ruling, there are four initial takeaways for environmental law. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/07/2024-07-30-nevitt-loper-bright-scotus.html 043a34a40ae720873f7d24c5f1a1ad36 Tue, 30 Jul 2024 00:00:00 EDT Mark Nevitt urn:uuid:043a34a40ae720873f7d24c5f1a1ad36 The court’s recent decision in Loper Bright Enterprises has enormous implications for environmental law and prospective climate action. While agencies and courts are digesting the ruling, there are four initial takeaways for environmental law. 2024-07-30T12:0:00-04:00 Analysis: Nevitt on Loper Bright Enterprises The court’s recent decision in Loper Bright Enterprises has enormous implications for environmental law and prospective climate action. While agencies and courts are digesting the ruling, there are four initial takeaways for environmental law. Emory University - School of Law In response to the prosecution by Special Counsel Jack Smith on federal charges arising out of the 2020 election and the events of January 6, 2021, President Trump claimed that as president he was entitled to immunity from criminal prosecution. After losing in the district court and court of appeals, he appealed to the Supreme Court. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/07/2024-07-30-nash-scotus-trump-v-us.html 03dabd0d0ae720873f7d24c5a87277fc Tue, 30 Jul 2024 00:00:00 EDT Jonathan R. Nash urn:uuid:03dabd0d0ae720873f7d24c5a87277fc In response to the prosecution by Special Counsel Jack Smith on federal charges arising out of the 2020 election and the events of January 6, 2021, President Trump claimed that as president he was entitled to immunity from criminal prosecution. After losing in the district court and court of appeals, he appealed to the Supreme Court. 2024-07-30T12:0:00-04:00 Analysis: Nash on Trump v. United States In response to the prosecution by Special Counsel Jack Smith on federal charges arising out of the 2020 election and the events of January 6, 2021, President Trump claimed that as president he was entitled to immunity from criminal prosecution. After losing in the district court and court of appeals, he appealed to the Supreme Court. Emory University - School of Law In June 2024, the United States Supreme Court decided Moore v. United States. The Petitioners in Moore challenged of the Mandatory Repatriation Tax (“MRT”), a provision of the international-tax regime of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (“TCJA”). http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/07/2024-07-30-zhang-moore-v-us-scotus.html 03ee7c430ae720873f7d24c5202ae5f8 Tue, 30 Jul 2024 00:00:00 EDT urn:uuid:03ee7c430ae720873f7d24c5202ae5f8 In June 2024, the United States Supreme Court decided Moore v. United States. The Petitioners in Moore challenged of the Mandatory Repatriation Tax (“MRT”), a provision of the international-tax regime of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (“TCJA”). 2024-07-30T12:0:00-04:00 Analysis: Zhang on Moore v. United States In June 2024, the United States Supreme Court decided Moore v. United States. The Petitioners in Moore challenged of the Mandatory Repatriation Tax (“MRT”), a provision of the international-tax regime of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (“TCJA”). Emory University - School of Law This spring, the United Nations World Intellectual Property Organization adopted its first new international treaty in over a decade—the first to connect intellectual property with the genetic resources and traditional knowledge of Indigenous peoples. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/07/2024-07-30-bagley-wipo-treaty.html 03a11c560ae720873f7d24c5e67d63cd Mon, 29 Jul 2024 00:00:00 EDT by Lisa Ashmore urn:uuid:03a11c560ae720873f7d24c5e67d63cd This spring, the United Nations World Intellectual Property Organization adopted its first new international treaty in over a decade—the first to connect intellectual property with the genetic resources and traditional knowledge of Indigenous peoples. 2024-07-29T12:0:00-04:00 Bagley's work supports new international IP treaty This spring, the United Nations World Intellectual Property Organization adopted its first new international treaty in over a decade—the first to connect intellectual property with the genetic resources and traditional knowledge of Indigenous peoples. Emory University - School of Law Six Emory Law students will spend this summer getting hands-on experience working in public interest jobs because they received fellowships through the John Paul Stevens Foundation. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/07/2024-07-16-stevens-fellows.html bca3a8b30ae720877e4d1cd30d790301 Tue, 16 Jul 2024 00:00:00 EDT Lisa Ashmore urn:uuid:bca3a8b30ae720877e4d1cd30d790301 Six Emory Law students will spend this summer getting hands-on experience working in public interest jobs because they received fellowships through the John Paul Stevens Foundation. 2024-07-16T12:0:00-04:00 Emory Law students earn national public interest fellowships Six Emory Law students will spend this summer getting hands-on experience working in public interest jobs because they received fellowships through the John Paul Stevens Foundation. Emory University - School of Law Two recent Emory Law graduates are semifinalists in an international competition where the ultimate prize is $1 million in investment funding. Bene Owanga 24L and Chinelo Adi 24L are among the 16 semifinalist teams that will travel to the United Kingdom in August to compete for the 15th Annual Hult Prize. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/07/2024-07-16-owanga-solar-hult-prize.html bcc0a2280ae720877e4d1cd3e03fa052 Tue, 16 Jul 2024 00:00:00 EDT Lisa Ashmore urn:uuid:bcc0a2280ae720877e4d1cd3e03fa052 Two recent Emory Law graduates are semifinalists in an international competition where the ultimate prize is $1 million in investment funding. Bene Owanga 24L and Chinelo Adi 24L are among the 16 semifinalist teams that will travel to the United Kingdom in August to compete for the 15th Annual Hult Prize. 2024-07-16T12:0:00-04:00 Emory Law grads compete for $1 million in startup funds Two recent Emory Law graduates are semifinalists in an international competition where the ultimate prize is $1 million in investment funding. Bene Owanga 24L and Chinelo Adi 24L are among the 16 semifinalist teams that will travel to the United Kingdom in August to compete for the 15th Annual Hult Prize. Emory University - School of Law Emory University School of Law will open a new IP and Innovation Clinic in August. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/07/emory-uspto-clinic.html b81e5cb70ae720877e4d1cd3a654aec7 Mon, 15 Jul 2024 00:00:00 EDT A. Kenyatta Greer urn:uuid:b81e5cb70ae720877e4d1cd3a654aec7 Two recent Emory Law graduates are semifinalists in an international competition where the ultimate prize is $1 million in investment funding. Bene Owanga 24L and Chinelo Adi 24L are among the 16 semifinalist teams that will travel to the United Kingdom in August to compete for the 15th Annual Hult Prize. 2024-07-15T12:0:00-04:00 Emory Law to open patent clinic this fall Emory University School of Law will open a new IP and Innovation Clinic in August. Emory University - School of Law Emory University School of Law and the Center for the Study of Law and Religion have announced the establishment of the Johan van der Vyver Professorship in Law and Religion.  http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/07/cslr-announces-van-der-vyver-professorship.html 79b5c5270ae7208709b0cc986dced11b Wed, 03 Jul 2024 00:00:00 EDT Center for the Study of Law and Religion urn:uuid:79b5c5270ae7208709b0cc986dced11b Two recent Emory Law graduates are semifinalists in an international competition where the ultimate prize is $1 million in investment funding. Bene Owanga 24L and Chinelo Adi 24L are among the 16 semifinalist teams that will travel to the United Kingdom in August to compete for the 15th Annual Hult Prize. 2024-07-03T12:0:00-04:00 CSLR announces van der Vyver professorship Emory University School of Law and the Center for the Study of Law and Religion have announced the establishment of the Johan van der Vyver Professorship in Law and Religion.  Emory University - School of Law I am honored to start my service as Dean of Emory Law today. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/07/2024-07-01-freer-first-day.html 6ae1729c0ae7208735b2fd095a58ef08 Mon, 01 Jul 2024 08:30:00 EDT urn:uuid:6ae1729c0ae7208735b2fd095a58ef08 Two recent Emory Law graduates are semifinalists in an international competition where the ultimate prize is $1 million in investment funding. Bene Owanga 24L and Chinelo Adi 24L are among the 16 semifinalist teams that will travel to the United Kingdom in August to compete for the 15th Annual Hult Prize. 2024-07-01T8:30:00-04:00 A message to students from Dean Freer I am honored to start my service as Dean of Emory Law today. Emory University - School of Law At the June 20, 2024, Southeastern Legal Awards Ceremony hosted by the Daily Report, two of three attorneys honored for lifetime achievement were Emory Law alumni. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/06/emory-law-alumni-prevail-at-southeastern-legal-awards.html 524022570ae7208735b2fd09be62a070 Tue, 25 Jun 2024 00:00:00 EDT Lisa Ashmore urn:uuid:524022570ae7208735b2fd09be62a070 Two recent Emory Law graduates are semifinalists in an international competition where the ultimate prize is $1 million in investment funding. Bene Owanga 24L and Chinelo Adi 24L are among the 16 semifinalist teams that will travel to the United Kingdom in August to compete for the 15th Annual Hult Prize. 2024-06-25T12:0:00-04:00 Emory Law alumni prevail at Southeastern Legal Awards At the June 20, 2024, Southeastern Legal Awards Ceremony hosted by the Daily Report, two of three attorneys honored for lifetime achievement were Emory Law alumni. Emory University - School of Law The Emory University Board of Trustees recently recognized several faculty members for their accomplishments as scholars, teachers, and contributors of service to Emory and the broader community. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/06/emory-law-faculty-earn-tenure.html 0dffd9bc0ae72087109462e38e1a8168 Wed, 12 Jun 2024 00:00:00 EDT Emory Law urn:uuid:0dffd9bc0ae72087109462e38e1a8168 Two recent Emory Law graduates are semifinalists in an international competition where the ultimate prize is $1 million in investment funding. Bene Owanga 24L and Chinelo Adi 24L are among the 16 semifinalist teams that will travel to the United Kingdom in August to compete for the 15th Annual Hult Prize. 2024-06-12T12:0:00-04:00 Emory Law faculty earn tenure, named professorships The Emory University Board of Trustees recently recognized several faculty members for their accomplishments as scholars, teachers, and contributors of service to Emory and the broader community. Emory University - School of Law In 1989, Ian Levin 92L arrived at Emory Law as a 1L from New York. The world was shifting under waves of unrest and protest as the Berlin Wall fell and students defied tanks in Tiananmen Square. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/05/2024-05-21-ian-ryan-levin-legacy.html 9c7ae1390ae720872eef11c6388d9511 Tue, 21 May 2024 00:00:00 EDT Lisa Ashmore urn:uuid:9c7ae1390ae720872eef11c6388d9511 In 1989, Ian Levin 92L arrived at Emory Law as a 1L from New York. The world was shifting under waves of unrest and protest as the Berlin Wall fell and students defied tanks in Tiananmen Square. 2024-05-21T12:0:00-04:00 What makes a legacy? Meet the Levins In 1989, Ian Levin 92L arrived at Emory Law as a 1L from New York. The world was shifting under waves of unrest and protest as the Berlin Wall fell and students defied tanks in Tiananmen Square. Emory University - School of Law When Alex Subbard at last lost his fight with Parkinson’s, his two children mourned. But when a heretofore unknown handwritten will surfaced, their grief turned to rage. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/05/2024-05-20-keptt-kessler-eidson-trial-techniques-emory-law.html 9674e4660ae720872eef11c6d4595a6d Mon, 20 May 2024 00:00:00 EDT Lisa Ashmore urn:uuid:9674e4660ae720872eef11c6d4595a6d When Alex Subbard at last lost his fight with Parkinson’s, his two children mourned. But when a heretofore unknown handwritten will surfaced, their grief turned to rage. 2024-05-20T12:0:00-04:00 Contentious new will leads to court battle When Alex Subbard at last lost his fight with Parkinson’s, his two children mourned. But when a heretofore unknown handwritten will surfaced, their grief turned to rage. Emory University - School of Law On Sunday, May 12, Emory University School of Law graduated more than 300 students during ceremonies held at the Gas South Convention Center in Duluth. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/05/2024-05-13-commencement.html 7374378f0ae720875ced7b53bf48f2cb Mon, 13 May 2024 00:00:00 EDT Emory Law urn:uuid:7374378f0ae720875ced7b53bf48f2cb On Sunday, May 12, Emory University School of Law graduated more than 300 students during ceremonies held at the Gas South Convention Center in Duluth. 2024-05-13T12:0:00-04:00 Commencement 2024: 'Dream in the future, live in the moment' On Sunday, May 12, Emory University School of Law graduated more than 300 students during ceremonies held at the Gas South Convention Center in Duluth. Emory University - School of Law On Sunday, May 12, Emory University School of Law graduated more than 300 students during ceremonies held at the Gas South Convention Center in Duluth. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/05/2024-05-08-hurtado-24-jd.html 59a7865b0ae720873857ce77091f9cd3 Wed, 08 May 2024 00:00:00 EDT A. Kenyatta Greer urn:uuid:59a7865b0ae720873857ce77091f9cd3 After finishing college in three years—and with two bachelor’s degrees— Nikki Hurtado 24L applied to Emory Law as an Early Decision student. She was the consummate overachiever. 2024-05-08T12:0:00-04:00 Hurtado 24L balances resilience with service, sets sights on trial law career On Sunday, May 12, Emory University School of Law graduated more than 300 students during ceremonies held at the Gas South Convention Center in Duluth. Emory University - School of Law On Sunday, May 12, Emory University School of Law graduated more than 300 students during ceremonies held at the Gas South Convention Center in Duluth. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/05/2024-05-08-johnson-morieka-24-jm.html 59b6aeea0ae720873857ce77a73fbe07 Wed, 08 May 2024 00:00:00 EDT A. Kenyatta Greer urn:uuid:59b6aeea0ae720873857ce77a73fbe07 Traditionally, most law school graduates go on to be lawyers. But for Morieka Johnson 94C 24L and other recipients of the juris master degree, there is the opportunity to learn from world-class legal scholars and take that knowledge into a number of careers that require one to look at situations through a legal framework.  2024-05-08T12:0:00-04:00 EPD head of comms earns juris master, becomes Double Eagle On Sunday, May 12, Emory University School of Law graduated more than 300 students during ceremonies held at the Gas South Convention Center in Duluth. Emory University - School of Law On Sunday, May 12, Emory University School of Law graduated more than 300 students during ceremonies held at the Gas South Convention Center in Duluth. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/05/2024-05-07-bispo-da-silva-llm-23.html 54c443800ae720873857ce77d05d2ea6 Tue, 07 May 2024 00:00:00 EDT Lisa Ashmore urn:uuid:54c443800ae720873857ce77d05d2ea6 Good lawyers have to be great storytellers—which is impossible without a command of language. So, when a lack of fluency in English was standing between Pamela Bispo da Silva 23L and her dreams, she left the small town of Rio Claro, Brazil, and accepted an au pair job in Pennsylvania. 2024-05-07T12:0:00-04:00 Brazilian attorney Bispo da Silva 23L sails past language hurdle On Sunday, May 12, Emory University School of Law graduated more than 300 students during ceremonies held at the Gas South Convention Center in Duluth. Emory University - School of Law John Witte has been elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences (AAAS)—the third Emory Law scholar to receive this honor. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/05/john-witte-elected-to-aaas.html 4f3ebe0e0ae720873857ce77fe53e012 Mon, 06 May 2024 00:00:00 EDT Emory University - School of Law urn:uuid:4f3ebe0e0ae720873857ce77fe53e012 Good lawyers have to be great storytellers—which is impossible without a command of language. So, when a lack of fluency in English was standing between Pamela Bispo da Silva 23L and her dreams, she left the small town of Rio Claro, Brazil, and accepted an au pair job in Pennsylvania. 2024-05-06T12:0:00-04:00 John Witte elected to AAAS John Witte has been elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences (AAAS)—the third Emory Law scholar to receive this honor. Emory University - School of Law Brill Publishers has released a book of essays in honor of John Witte, Robert W. Woodruff Professor of Law, McDonald Distinguished Professor of Religion, and faculty director of the Center for the Study of Law and Religion at Emory University. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/04/witte-honored-with-festschrift-on-law-and-religion.html 1c4d95050ae720870661e1a101ff281f Fri, 26 Apr 2024 00:00:00 EDT A. Kenyatta Greer urn:uuid:1c4d95050ae720870661e1a101ff281f Good lawyers have to be great storytellers—which is impossible without a command of language. So, when a lack of fluency in English was standing between Pamela Bispo da Silva 23L and her dreams, she left the small town of Rio Claro, Brazil, and accepted an au pair job in Pennsylvania. 2024-04-26T12:0:00-04:00 Witte honored with Festschrift on law and religion Brill Publishers has released a book of essays in honor of John Witte, Robert W. Woodruff Professor of Law, McDonald Distinguished Professor of Religion, and faculty director of the Center for the Study of Law and Religion at Emory University. Emory University - School of Law Richard D. Freer, Charles Howard Candler Professor of Law, presented this year’s John F. Morgan Sr. Distinguished Faculty Lecture: “The State of American Civil Justice: A Story of Exodus and Transformation” was the focus of the lecture. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/04/freer-delivers-john-f-morgan-sr-distinguished-faculty-lecture.html ce683eab0ae720871023e44142b3ce04 Thu, 11 Apr 2024 00:00:00 EDT Emory University - School of Law urn:uuid:ce683eab0ae720871023e44142b3ce04 Good lawyers have to be great storytellers—which is impossible without a command of language. So, when a lack of fluency in English was standing between Pamela Bispo da Silva 23L and her dreams, she left the small town of Rio Claro, Brazil, and accepted an au pair job in Pennsylvania. 2024-04-11T12:0:00-04:00 Freer delivers John F. Morgan Sr. Distinguished Faculty Lecture Richard D. Freer, Charles Howard Candler Professor of Law, presented this year’s John F. Morgan Sr. Distinguished Faculty Lecture: “The State of American Civil Justice: A Story of Exodus and Transformation” was the focus of the lecture. Emory University - School of Law Richard D. Freer, Charles Howard Candler Professor of Law, presented this year’s John F. Morgan Sr. Distinguished Faculty Lecture: “The State of American Civil Justice: A Story of Exodus and Transformation” was the focus of the lecture. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/04/message-dean-ranking-2024-2025.html c2e87e3f0ae720871023e441ba97a129 Tue, 09 Apr 2024 00:00:00 EDT Emory University - School of Law urn:uuid:c2e87e3f0ae720871023e441ba97a129 Good lawyers have to be great storytellers—which is impossible without a command of language. So, when a lack of fluency in English was standing between Pamela Bispo da Silva 23L and her dreams, she left the small town of Rio Claro, Brazil, and accepted an au pair job in Pennsylvania. 2024-04-09T12:0:00-04:00 A Message from the Dean and Provost on Rankings Richard D. Freer, Charles Howard Candler Professor of Law, presented this year’s John F. Morgan Sr. Distinguished Faculty Lecture: “The State of American Civil Justice: A Story of Exodus and Transformation” was the focus of the lecture. Emory University - School of Law Emory Law’s Volunteer Clinic for Veterans has built initiatives to enhance students’ experience and logged a victory which resulted in a life-changing award for a veteran client. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/03/vcv-wins.html 87e844fa0ae720870b9cda276ba4343a Thu, 28 Mar 2024 00:00:00 EDT Emory University - School of Law urn:uuid:87e844fa0ae720870b9cda276ba4343a Good lawyers have to be great storytellers—which is impossible without a command of language. So, when a lack of fluency in English was standing between Pamela Bispo da Silva 23L and her dreams, she left the small town of Rio Claro, Brazil, and accepted an au pair job in Pennsylvania. 2024-03-28T12:0:00-04:00 Veterans clinic marks nearly $90K client award, spurs student success Emory Law’s Volunteer Clinic for Veterans has built initiatives to enhance students’ experience and logged a victory which resulted in a life-changing award for a veteran client. Emory University - School of Law Next month, Emory Law will honor four of its best at the annual Alumni Awards Reception. Three are leaders in the fields of wealth management, personal injury/malpractice, and securities litigation. The fourth is a former US Navy judge advocate who co-founded Emory Law’s Volunteer Clinic for Veterans. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/03/2024-03-11-alumni-awards.html 2e8ba9350ae720876b01b27d6651d497 Mon, 11 Mar 2024 00:00:00 EDT Lisa Ashmore urn:uuid:2e8ba9350ae720876b01b27d6651d497 Next month, Emory Law will honor four of its best at the annual Alumni Awards Reception. Three are leaders in the fields of wealth management, personal injury/malpractice, and securities litigation. The fourth is a former US Navy judge advocate who co-founded Emory Law’s Volunteer Clinic for Veterans. 2024-03-11T12:0:00-04:00 Alumni Awards reflect Emory Law excellence across disciplines Next month, Emory Law will honor four of its best at the annual Alumni Awards Reception. Three are leaders in the fields of wealth management, personal injury/malpractice, and securities litigation. The fourth is a former US Navy judge advocate who co-founded Emory Law’s Volunteer Clinic for Veterans. Emory University - School of Law This year the Emory Public Interest Committee (EPIC) honored a veteran public defender, a former investigator turned civil rights attorney, and an Am Law 100 firm partner who has logged hundreds of pro bono hours over nearly 40 years in practice. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/03/2024-03-06-epic-inspiration-awards.html 1543b3910ae7208753d14b87d1e46506 Wed, 06 Mar 2024 00:00:00 EST Lisa Ashmore urn:uuid:1543b3910ae7208753d14b87d1e46506 This year the Emory Public Interest Committee (EPIC) honored a veteran public defender, a former investigator turned civil rights attorney, and an Am Law 100 firm partner who has logged hundreds of pro bono hours over nearly 40 years in practice. 2024-03-06T12:0:00-05:00 2024 EPIC Awards go to public interest legends This year the Emory Public Interest Committee (EPIC) honored a veteran public defender, a former investigator turned civil rights attorney, and an Am Law 100 firm partner who has logged hundreds of pro bono hours over nearly 40 years in practice. Emory University - School of Law The Memorial Service will be held in Tull Auditorium on March 30, 2024, at 11:30 a.m. A reception will follow in Hunter Atrium. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the A. James Elliott Community Service Award at Emory University School of Law. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/03/jim-elliott-obit-memorial-info.html 0afbc20d0ae7208753d14b871e2b07ee Mon, 04 Mar 2024 00:00:00 EST Emory University - School of Law urn:uuid:0afbc20d0ae7208753d14b871e2b07ee This year the Emory Public Interest Committee (EPIC) honored a veteran public defender, a former investigator turned civil rights attorney, and an Am Law 100 firm partner who has logged hundreds of pro bono hours over nearly 40 years in practice. 2024-03-04T12:0:00-05:00 Obituary for Associate Dean Emeritus Jim Elliott 66C 66L (1941-2024) The Memorial Service will be held in Tull Auditorium on March 30, 2024, at 11:30 a.m. A reception will follow in Hunter Atrium. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the A. James Elliott Community Service Award at Emory University School of Law. Emory University - School of Law A. James Elliott 66C 66L, who was both an alumnus and associate dean of Emory Law, passed away on January 14, 2024. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/01/jim-elliott-2024.html 1e748ab60ae720872b53585b08f196c2 Thu, 18 Jan 2024 00:00:00 EST Emory University - School of Law urn:uuid:1e748ab60ae720872b53585b08f196c2 This year the Emory Public Interest Committee (EPIC) honored a veteran public defender, a former investigator turned civil rights attorney, and an Am Law 100 firm partner who has logged hundreds of pro bono hours over nearly 40 years in practice. 2024-01-18T12:0:00-05:00 Associate Dean Emeritus Jim Elliott 66C 66L (1941-2024) A. James Elliott 66C 66L, who was both an alumnus and associate dean of Emory Law, passed away on January 14, 2024. Emory University - School of Law This semester, Emory Law is launching a new stipend program for first- and second-year juris doctor students who accept summer volunteer jobs at legal public sector and public interest organizations. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2024/01/new-summer-public-sector-stipends-launches-january-2024.html ee8a1fa40ae7208759ca45ad6b997642 Tue, 09 Jan 2024 00:00:00 EST Emory Law urn:uuid:ee8a1fa40ae7208759ca45ad6b997642 This semester, Emory Law is launching a new stipend program for first- and second-year juris doctor students who accept summer volunteer jobs at legal public sector and public interest organizations. 2024-01-09T12:0:00-05:00 New summer stipends to fund student pro bono experiences This semester, Emory Law is launching a new stipend program for first- and second-year juris doctor students who accept summer volunteer jobs at legal public sector and public interest organizations. Emory University - School of Law Assistant Professor Alex Zhang filed an amicus brief in support of the United States in collaboration with ELSSCAP, which is the only student-run Supreme Court litigation program in the United States. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/12/emory-law-elsscap-students-file-brief-in-closely-watched-tax-case-moore-v-united-states.html 359a6cd00ae7208754edd8ef131f2c89 Mon, 04 Dec 2023 00:00:00 EST Lisa Ashmore urn:uuid:359a6cd00ae7208754edd8ef131f2c89 Assistant Professor Alex Zhang filed an amicus brief in support of the United States in collaboration with ELSSCAP, which is the only student-run Supreme Court litigation program in the United States. 2023-12-04T12:0:00-05:00 Emory Law professor, students file brief in closely watched tax case Assistant Professor Alex Zhang filed an amicus brief in support of the United States in collaboration with ELSSCAP, which is the only student-run Supreme Court litigation program in the United States. Emory University - School of Law As Veterans Day approaches, Emory Law’s Volunteer Clinic for Veterans (VCV) expects to add new staff to expand its work to get Georgia’s former service personnel the benefits they have earned http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/11/emory-law-volunteer-clinic-for-veterans-grows-to-aid-georgia-veterans.html aae5dc570ae72087058416006f8d1821 Tue, 07 Nov 2023 00:00:00 EST Lisa Ashmore urn:uuid:aae5dc570ae72087058416006f8d1821 As Veterans Day approaches, Emory Law’s Volunteer Clinic for Veterans (VCV) expects to add new staff to expand its work to get Georgia’s former service personnel the benefits they have earned 2023-11-07T12:0:00-05:00 Emory Law's Veterans Clinic grows to aid Georgia veterans As Veterans Day approaches, Emory Law’s Volunteer Clinic for Veterans (VCV) expects to add new staff to expand its work to get Georgia’s former service personnel the benefits they have earned Emory University - School of Law As Veterans Day approaches, Emory Law’s Volunteer Clinic for Veterans (VCV) expects to add new staff to expand its work to get Georgia’s former service personnel the benefits they have earned http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/11/richard-freer-named-next-dean-of-emory-law.html 8b23cc190ae7208701f3d39532191860 Wed, 01 Nov 2023 10:40:00 EDT Emory University - School of Law urn:uuid:8b23cc190ae7208701f3d39532191860 Succeeding Dean Mary Anne Bobinski in summer 2024, Freer will bring deep experience as a university and school administrator, expert scholarship and dedication to legal education—as well as an impressive 40-year tenure as a member of the Emory community. 2023-11-01T10:40:00-04:00 Richard D. Freer named next dean of Emory University School of Law As Veterans Day approaches, Emory Law’s Volunteer Clinic for Veterans (VCV) expects to add new staff to expand its work to get Georgia’s former service personnel the benefits they have earned Emory University - School of Law This fall term, 281 Juris Doctor students started their 1L year at Emory Law. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/10/class-of-2026.html 3a4637b60ae7208753e7c3c4137779d0 Mon, 16 Oct 2023 00:00:00 EDT Jasmine Reese urn:uuid:3a4637b60ae7208753e7c3c4137779d0 Succeeding Dean Mary Anne Bobinski in summer 2024, Freer will bring deep experience as a university and school administrator, expert scholarship and dedication to legal education—as well as an impressive 40-year tenure as a member of the Emory community. 2023-10-16T12:0:00-04:00 Class of 2026 This fall term, 281 Juris Doctor students started their 1L year at Emory Law. Emory University - School of Law In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, meet Emory Law alumna Claudia A. Chafloque-Siu 19L. “Because my entire family partnered with me to obtain my American education, I know that I owe them, although it is unstated. It is understood. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/10/claudia-a-chafloque-siu-19l.html 1be1849e0ae7208751f0b82476edf0df Tue, 10 Oct 2023 00:00:00 EDT Lisa Ashmore urn:uuid:1be1849e0ae7208751f0b82476edf0df Succeeding Dean Mary Anne Bobinski in summer 2024, Freer will bring deep experience as a university and school administrator, expert scholarship and dedication to legal education—as well as an impressive 40-year tenure as a member of the Emory community. 2023-10-10T12:0:00-04:00 Claudia A. Chafloque-Siu 19L: sacrifice, support seeds of her success In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, meet Emory Law alumna Claudia A. Chafloque-Siu 19L. “Because my entire family partnered with me to obtain my American education, I know that I owe them, although it is unstated. It is understood. Emory University - School of Law In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, meet Emory Law alumna Claudia A. Chafloque-Siu 19L. “Because my entire family partnered with me to obtain my American education, I know that I owe them, although it is unstated. It is understood. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/09/turner-environmental-justice-green-book-2023.html 8481fc5d0ae7208718f74d8131071c9f Mon, 11 Sep 2023 00:00:00 EDT urn:uuid:8481fc5d0ae7208718f74d8131071c9f In 1983, a first-of-its-kind government study revealed race was the primary factor that determined where hazardous waste winds up in the South—which was predominantly in Black communities. 2023-09-11T12:0:00-04:00 A new guide to environmental justice in Georgia In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, meet Emory Law alumna Claudia A. Chafloque-Siu 19L. “Because my entire family partnered with me to obtain my American education, I know that I owe them, although it is unstated. It is understood. Emory University - School of Law Emory Law’s Center for Civil Rights and Social Justice and The Carter Center will host “Advancing the Rule of Law in U.S. Elections.” This symposium will launch a partnership between the CCRSJ and the Center that aims to increase support for civil rights and social justice in the legal community. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/09/ccrsj-cartercenter-arluse.html 754a2a3f0ae7208718f74d81608cc807 Fri, 08 Sep 2023 00:00:00 EDT Emory Law urn:uuid:754a2a3f0ae7208718f74d81608cc807 In 1983, a first-of-its-kind government study revealed race was the primary factor that determined where hazardous waste winds up in the South—which was predominantly in Black communities. 2023-09-08T12:0:00-04:00 Emory Law partners with Carter Center to examine the rule of law in US elections Emory Law’s Center for Civil Rights and Social Justice and The Carter Center will host “Advancing the Rule of Law in U.S. Elections.” This symposium will launch a partnership between the CCRSJ and the Center that aims to increase support for civil rights and social justice in the legal community. Emory University - School of Law Provost Ravi Bellamkonda has announced an internal search for a candidate with deep commitment to Emory Law to build on the progress made by Dean Mary Anne Bobinski, who recently shared plans to step down at the end of her term. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/08/search-launches-for-next-dean-of-emory-university-school-of-law.html 041ab0770ae7208746def5bb323aced7 Thu, 17 Aug 2023 00:00:00 EDT Emory University - School of Law urn:uuid:041ab0770ae7208746def5bb323aced7 In 1983, a first-of-its-kind government study revealed race was the primary factor that determined where hazardous waste winds up in the South—which was predominantly in Black communities. 2023-08-17T12:0:00-04:00 Search launches for next dean of Emory University School of Law Provost Ravi Bellamkonda has announced an internal search for a candidate with deep commitment to Emory Law to build on the progress made by Dean Mary Anne Bobinski, who recently shared plans to step down at the end of her term. Emory University - School of Law Emory Law's Volunteer Clinic for Veterans (VCV) has evolved into a pivotal touchpoint addressing the legal needs of low-income Georgia veterans http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/08/vcv-story-gateway-opps.html dc1c12500ae7208746def5bb32bd140c Wed, 09 Aug 2023 00:00:00 EDT Emory Law urn:uuid:dc1c12500ae7208746def5bb32bd140c In 1983, a first-of-its-kind government study revealed race was the primary factor that determined where hazardous waste winds up in the South—which was predominantly in Black communities. 2023-08-09T12:0:00-04:00 Gateway to opportunities: Students reflect on Veterans Clinic experience Emory Law's Volunteer Clinic for Veterans (VCV) has evolved into a pivotal touchpoint addressing the legal needs of low-income Georgia veterans Emory University - School of Law Kelly Woodford joins Emory Law as assistant dean of student affairs and a member of the law school’s senior leadership team.  http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/07/new-associate-dean-to-bolster-student-support-efforts.html 9550acc20ae7208746def5bb3a2280c0 Thu, 27 Jul 2023 00:00:00 EDT A. Kenyatta Greer urn:uuid:9550acc20ae7208746def5bb3a2280c0 In 1983, a first-of-its-kind government study revealed race was the primary factor that determined where hazardous waste winds up in the South—which was predominantly in Black communities. 2023-07-27T12:0:00-04:00 New assistant dean to bolster student support efforts Kelly Woodford joins Emory Law as assistant dean of student affairs and a member of the law school’s senior leadership team.  Emory University - School of Law Kelly Woodford joins Emory Law as assistant dean of student affairs and a member of the law school’s senior leadership team.  http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/07/carson-08-receives-ga-bar-award-marshall-tuttle.html 92bba0340ae7208746def5bbbb5902b5 Wed, 26 Jul 2023 00:00:00 EDT Lisa Ashmore urn:uuid:92bba0340ae7208746def5bbbb5902b5 Emory Law’s Volunteer Clinic for Veterans former Senior Staff Attorney Carlissa Carson 08L has received the Georgia State Bar’s Marshall-Tuttle Award, which honors lawyers who work on behalf of Georgia’s more than 700,000 veterans. 2023-07-26T12:0:00-04:00 Bar honors Carson 08L for service to Georgia veterans Kelly Woodford joins Emory Law as assistant dean of student affairs and a member of the law school’s senior leadership team.  Emory University - School of Law Kelly Woodford joins Emory Law as assistant dean of student affairs and a member of the law school’s senior leadership team.  http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/07/smith-scotus-cracking-and-packing-black-voters-alabama-v-milligan.html 888e04900ae7208746def5bb1581257f Mon, 24 Jul 2023 00:00:00 EDT Fred Smith Jr. urn:uuid:888e04900ae7208746def5bb1581257f In three consolidated lawsuits, Alabama voters are currently challenging the state’s most recently enacted Congressional map, arguing that it violates Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act. 2023-07-24T12:0:00-04:00 Cracking and packing Black voters: Alabama v. Milligan Kelly Woodford joins Emory Law as assistant dean of student affairs and a member of the law school’s senior leadership team.  Emory University - School of Law Kelly Woodford joins Emory Law as assistant dean of student affairs and a member of the law school’s senior leadership team.  http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/07/carter-scotus-brackeen-icwa-withstands-challenge.html 892c5fae0ae7208746def5bb0d774a62 Sun, 23 Jul 2023 00:00:00 EDT Melissa D. Carter urn:uuid:892c5fae0ae7208746def5bb0d774a62 In June, the U.S. Supreme Court issued its much-anticipated decision in Haaland v. Brackeen, a case brought in separate actions by the state of Texas, a biological mother, and non-Native American adoptive and potential adoptive parents challenging the constitutionality of the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA). 2023-07-23T12:0:00-04:00 Haaland: Indian Child Welfare Act withstands challenge Kelly Woodford joins Emory Law as assistant dean of student affairs and a member of the law school’s senior leadership team.  Emory University - School of Law Kelly Woodford joins Emory Law as assistant dean of student affairs and a member of the law school’s senior leadership team.  http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/07/nevitt-scotus-sackett-v-epa-redefining-waters-of-the-united-states.html 890a55580ae7208746def5bb383ee7ce Sat, 22 Jul 2023 00:00:00 EDT Mark Nevitt urn:uuid:890a55580ae7208746def5bb383ee7ce The Supreme Court just issued a significant environmental law ruling in Sackett v. EPA, ruling against the EPA’s authority to regulate certain wetlands under the Federal Clean Water Protection Act.  The Court’s holding is a massive disappointment for environmentalists. 2023-07-22T12:0:00-04:00 Sackett v. EPA: Redefining ‘waters of the United States’ Kelly Woodford joins Emory Law as assistant dean of student affairs and a member of the law school’s senior leadership team.  Emory University - School of Law Kelly Woodford joins Emory Law as assistant dean of student affairs and a member of the law school’s senior leadership team.  http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/07/voiokh-scotus-2023-303-creative-free-speech-in-the-marketplace.html 75f2013a0ae7208746def5bb66d27023 Thu, 20 Jul 2023 00:00:00 EDT Alexander Volokh urn:uuid:75f2013a0ae7208746def5bb66d27023 The Supreme Court has taken an enthusiastic role in enforcing free speech guarantees. In 303 Creative LLC v. Elenis, the Court made clear that customized website design is “pure speech,” and that free speech protections trump antidiscrimination law, even when the speaker is acting in the marketplace. 2023-07-20T12:0:00-04:00 303 Creative: Free speech reigns, even in the marketplace Kelly Woodford joins Emory Law as assistant dean of student affairs and a member of the law school’s senior leadership team.  Emory University - School of Law Kelly Woodford joins Emory Law as assistant dean of student affairs and a member of the law school’s senior leadership team.  http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/07/2023-epic-grants-49-emory-law-students-work-in-public-interest-internships.html 6e563c8f0ae7208746def5bb583a79fe Wed, 19 Jul 2023 00:00:00 EDT Lisa Ashmore urn:uuid:6e563c8f0ae7208746def5bb583a79fe This summer, 49 Emory Law rising 2Ls and 3Ls are at work in government offices and nonprofits across the country. Most internships are in Georgia, but organizations from Los Angeles to Miami are also providing students with a firsthand view of what it’s like to practice in the public interest. 2023-07-19T12:0:00-04:00 Nearly 50 Emory Law students at work in summer public interest jobs Kelly Woodford joins Emory Law as assistant dean of student affairs and a member of the law school’s senior leadership team.  Emory University - School of Law Kelly Woodford joins Emory Law as assistant dean of student affairs and a member of the law school’s senior leadership team.  http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/07/holbrook-scotus-2023-abitron.html 6f6891d20ae7208746def5bb5e81e937 Wed, 19 Jul 2023 00:00:00 EDT Timothy R. Holbrook urn:uuid:6f6891d20ae7208746def5bb5e81e937 The courts have long applied a presumption against the extraterritorial reach of US law. While Congress can use domestic laws to regulate conduct outside of the United States, such regulation is not generally the norm. 2023-07-19T12:0:00-04:00 Ignoring Precedent: Abitron and Trademark Extraterritoriality Kelly Woodford joins Emory Law as assistant dean of student affairs and a member of the law school’s senior leadership team.  Emory University - School of Law Earlier this month, Professor Matthew Sag joined an artist whose work has been seen by millions in Marvel blockbusters when both testified before a Senate subcommittee on how U.S. copyright law should address generative artificial intelligence. Other panelists included executives from music, AI, and creative software industries. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/07/sag-testifies-on-ai.html 6bc86a4f0ae7208746def5bbd3b2a061 Tue, 18 Jul 2023 00:00:00 EDT Lisa Ashmore urn:uuid:6bc86a4f0ae7208746def5bbd3b2a061 The courts have long applied a presumption against the extraterritorial reach of US law. While Congress can use domestic laws to regulate conduct outside of the United States, such regulation is not generally the norm. 2023-07-18T12:0:00-04:00 Sag testifies on AI, copyright before Senate subcommittee Earlier this month, Professor Matthew Sag joined an artist whose work has been seen by millions in Marvel blockbusters when both testified before a Senate subcommittee on how U.S. copyright law should address generative artificial intelligence. Other panelists included executives from music, AI, and creative software industries. Emory University - School of Law Emory University School of Law joins Atlanta and the nation in mourning the loss of the Honorable Marvin Arrington Sr. 67L. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/07/arrington-passing.html 2c1d92c10ae7208746def5bb01b78ca2 Thu, 06 Jul 2023 00:00:00 EDT Emory University - School of Law urn:uuid:2c1d92c10ae7208746def5bb01b78ca2 The courts have long applied a presumption against the extraterritorial reach of US law. While Congress can use domestic laws to regulate conduct outside of the United States, such regulation is not generally the norm. 2023-07-06T12:0:00-04:00 Statement on Marvin Arrington Sr.'s Passing Emory University School of Law joins Atlanta and the nation in mourning the loss of the Honorable Marvin Arrington Sr. 67L. Emory University - School of Law Ira Bedzow 14G has been selected to lead the Emory Purpose Project, a signature element of the Student Flourishing initiative. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/06/bedzow-named-inaugural-executive-director-of-emory-purpose-project.html f90308850ae7208746def5bb360c782b Wed, 28 Jun 2023 00:00:00 EDT Ashlee Gardner urn:uuid:f90308850ae7208746def5bb360c782b The courts have long applied a presumption against the extraterritorial reach of US law. While Congress can use domestic laws to regulate conduct outside of the United States, such regulation is not generally the norm. 2023-06-28T12:0:00-04:00 Bedzow named inaugural executive director of Emory Purpose Project Ira Bedzow 14G has been selected to lead the Emory Purpose Project, a signature element of the Student Flourishing initiative. Emory University - School of Law The Center for Transactional Law and Practice celebrated its fifteenth anniversary May 18, 2023, at the Miller-Ward Alumni House. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/06/center-for-transactional-law-and-practice-celebrates-15-years.html a1302c830ae7208746def5bb6297ae8e Fri, 09 Jun 2023 00:00:00 EDT Jasmine Reese urn:uuid:a1302c830ae7208746def5bb6297ae8e The courts have long applied a presumption against the extraterritorial reach of US law. While Congress can use domestic laws to regulate conduct outside of the United States, such regulation is not generally the norm. 2023-06-09T12:0:00-04:00 Center for Transactional Law and Practice celebrates 15 years The Center for Transactional Law and Practice celebrated its fifteenth anniversary May 18, 2023, at the Miller-Ward Alumni House. Emory University - School of Law On July 1, alumnus Andrew R. Klein 88L will join Wake Forest University as dean of the law school, following a national search. While a student at Emory Law, Klein was a Robert W. Woodruff Fellow and editor-in-chief of the Emory Law Journal. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/06/klein-88l-new-dean-at-wake-forest-law.html 8d58cdcc0ae7208746def5bbe8206ce3 Mon, 05 Jun 2023 00:00:00 EDT Emory University - School of Law urn:uuid:8d58cdcc0ae7208746def5bbe8206ce3 The courts have long applied a presumption against the extraterritorial reach of US law. While Congress can use domestic laws to regulate conduct outside of the United States, such regulation is not generally the norm. 2023-06-05T12:0:00-04:00 Klein 88L new dean at Wake Forest Law On July 1, alumnus Andrew R. Klein 88L will join Wake Forest University as dean of the law school, following a national search. While a student at Emory Law, Klein was a Robert W. Woodruff Fellow and editor-in-chief of the Emory Law Journal. Emory University - School of Law Emory Law Associate Professor Martin Sybblis convened a symposium in April focused on the legacies of colonialism and how countries in the Caribbean and North Atlantic areas are working to grow their economies. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/05/emory-law-professor-convenes-princeton-university-symposium.html 4f57a0af0ae7208746def5bb481245e1 Mon, 15 May 2023 00:00:00 EDT Emory University - School of Law urn:uuid:4f57a0af0ae7208746def5bb481245e1 The courts have long applied a presumption against the extraterritorial reach of US law. While Congress can use domestic laws to regulate conduct outside of the United States, such regulation is not generally the norm. 2023-05-15T12:0:00-04:00 Emory Law professor convenes Princeton University symposium Emory Law Associate Professor Martin Sybblis convened a symposium in April focused on the legacies of colonialism and how countries in the Caribbean and North Atlantic areas are working to grow their economies. Emory University - School of Law Two of Emory Law’s most recent graduates who designed projects to help citizens with little or no access to legal services have earned fellowships from Equal Justice Works. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/05/public-interest-alumni-equal-justice-works-fellowships.html 20246f2e0ae7208746def5bb39a635fe Mon, 15 May 2023 00:00:00 EDT Lisa Ashmore urn:uuid:20246f2e0ae7208746def5bb39a635fe The courts have long applied a presumption against the extraterritorial reach of US law. While Congress can use domestic laws to regulate conduct outside of the United States, such regulation is not generally the norm. 2023-05-15T12:0:00-04:00 Two public interest alumni awarded Equal Justice Works fellowships Two of Emory Law’s most recent graduates who designed projects to help citizens with little or no access to legal services have earned fellowships from Equal Justice Works. Emory University - School of Law Emory University School of Law held its Degree Candidate Recognition Ceremony, celebrating students who earned doctor of juridical science, juris doctor, master of laws, master of comparative law, juris master, and dual degrees. Nearly 300 students attended in person and approximately 15 students participated virtually, viewing the event as it was live streamed through the school’s website. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/05/2023-graduation-release.html fdb8831d0ae7208746def5bba5ce082b Mon, 08 May 2023 00:00:00 EDT A. Kenyatta Greer urn:uuid:fdb8831d0ae7208746def5bba5ce082b The courts have long applied a presumption against the extraterritorial reach of US law. While Congress can use domestic laws to regulate conduct outside of the United States, such regulation is not generally the norm. 2023-05-08T12:0:00-04:00 Smith to law school grads: Remember your power Emory University School of Law held its Degree Candidate Recognition Ceremony, celebrating students who earned doctor of juridical science, juris doctor, master of laws, master of comparative law, juris master, and dual degrees. Nearly 300 students attended in person and approximately 15 students participated virtually, viewing the event as it was live streamed through the school’s website. Emory University - School of Law At 63, Robert Sharp Jr. has been an attorney for nearly 30 years. He’s licensed to practice before the US Supreme Court, as well as three federal courts of appeal. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/05/sharp-robert-jr-llm-pursues-justice-knowledge-and-another-degree.html dcb56d8c0ae7208706f122f96c87a1d9 Fri, 05 May 2023 13:52:00 EDT Lisa Ashmore urn:uuid:dcb56d8c0ae7208706f122f96c87a1d9 At 63, Robert Sharp Jr. has been an attorney for nearly 30 years. He’s licensed to practice before the US Supreme Court, as well as three federal courts of appeal. 2023-05-05T1:52:00-04:00 Sharp 23L pursues justice, knowledge, and another degree At 63, Robert Sharp Jr. has been an attorney for nearly 30 years. He’s licensed to practice before the US Supreme Court, as well as three federal courts of appeal. Emory University - School of Law Olubunmi Bakare’s path to become a leading neonatologist included immigration to the United States and tenacious pursuit of both MD and master of public health degrees from elite medical schools. This spring, Bakare 23L earned a juris master at Emory Law. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/05/olubunmi-jm-grad.html e8d161700ae7208746def5bb7a64ed43 Fri, 05 May 2023 00:00:00 EDT Jasmine Reese urn:uuid:e8d161700ae7208746def5bb7a64ed43 At 63, Robert Sharp Jr. has been an attorney for nearly 30 years. He’s licensed to practice before the US Supreme Court, as well as three federal courts of appeal. 2023-05-05T12:0:00-04:00 With juris master degree, Emory MD turns mind to policy work Olubunmi Bakare’s path to become a leading neonatologist included immigration to the United States and tenacious pursuit of both MD and master of public health degrees from elite medical schools. This spring, Bakare 23L earned a juris master at Emory Law. Emory University - School of Law Olubunmi Bakare’s path to become a leading neonatologist included immigration to the United States and tenacious pursuit of both MD and master of public health degrees from elite medical schools. This spring, Bakare 23L earned a juris master at Emory Law. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/05/morrison-christina-23-praised-by-ambassador-for-humanitarian-law-research.html e872bb9c0ae7208746def5bbaa9f3549 Thu, 04 May 2023 00:00:00 EDT Lisa Ashmore urn:uuid:e872bb9c0ae7208746def5bbaa9f3549 When Christina Morrison 23L receives her Emory Law diploma on Sunday with highest honors, Order of the Coif, one achievement will not be listed in the commencement program: a commendation letter from the US Ambassador in charge of investigating war crimes. 2023-05-04T12:0:00-04:00 Morrison 23L's research praised by US Ambassador Olubunmi Bakare’s path to become a leading neonatologist included immigration to the United States and tenacious pursuit of both MD and master of public health degrees from elite medical schools. This spring, Bakare 23L earned a juris master at Emory Law. Emory University - School of Law Bene Owanga 24L and his family created a climate tech company that rents portable solar-powered batteries to consumers in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Chinelo Adi 24L joined as the company's business strategist. With help from The Hatchery, they secured funding from Divinc's Accelerator Program to address the energy crisis. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/04/law-students-create-energy-solutions-at-emory-that-change-lives-at-home-in-africa.html a0551f7b0ae7208706f122f933774285 Thu, 20 Apr 2023 00:00:00 EDT Jasmine Reese urn:uuid:a0551f7b0ae7208706f122f933774285 When Christina Morrison 23L receives her Emory Law diploma on Sunday with highest honors, Order of the Coif, one achievement will not be listed in the commencement program: a commendation letter from the US Ambassador in charge of investigating war crimes. 2023-04-20T12:0:00-04:00 Law students create energy solutions to change lives in Africa Bene Owanga 24L and his family created a climate tech company that rents portable solar-powered batteries to consumers in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Chinelo Adi 24L joined as the company's business strategist. With help from The Hatchery, they secured funding from Divinc's Accelerator Program to address the energy crisis. Emory University - School of Law Both the editor-in-chief of the Emory Law Journal and an alumnus from the Class of 1992 have won Burton/Law360 Awards for Distinguished Legal Writing this year. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/04/2023-burton-law360-awards.html 9ffdc9370ae7208706f122f904583dfe Thu, 20 Apr 2023 00:00:00 EDT Lisa Ashmore urn:uuid:9ffdc9370ae7208706f122f904583dfe Both the editor-in-chief of the Emory Law Journal and an alumnus from the Class of 1992 have won Burton/Law360 Awards for Distinguished Legal Writing this year. 2023-04-20T12:0:00-04:00 Emory Law student, alumnus, receive national awards for legal writing Both the editor-in-chief of the Emory Law Journal and an alumnus from the Class of 1992 have won Burton/Law360 Awards for Distinguished Legal Writing this year. Emory University - School of Law In late March, Emory welcomed 158 admitted students and their families for Emory Law’s annual admitted student Visiting Day. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/04/admitted-students-gather-for-emory-law-visiting-day.html 6c7b48e60ae720872a9f6868687342e1 Mon, 10 Apr 2023 00:00:00 EDT Jasmine Reese urn:uuid:6c7b48e60ae720872a9f6868687342e1 Both the editor-in-chief of the Emory Law Journal and an alumnus from the Class of 1992 have won Burton/Law360 Awards for Distinguished Legal Writing this year. 2023-04-10T12:0:00-04:00 Admitted students gather for Emory Law Visiting Day In late March, Emory welcomed 158 admitted students and their families for Emory Law’s annual admitted student Visiting Day. Emory University - School of Law In late March, Emory welcomed 158 admitted students and their families for Emory Law’s annual admitted student Visiting Day. http://law.emory.edu/news-and-events/releases/2023/03/georgiev-ford-foundation-research-grant-human-capital-management-workforce.html 331347ab0ae7208720874968a54e29d3 Thu, 30 Mar 2023 00:00:00 EDT Lisa Ashmore urn:uuid:331347ab0ae7208720874968a54e29d3 Emory Law Associate Professor George S. Georgiev is among a select group of researchers who recently received funding from the Ford Foundation, as part of a far-reaching project on how some of the biggest companies in the United States manage and compensate their employees. 2023-03-30T12:0:00-04:00 Ford Foundation funds Georgiev’s ongoing research on workforce issues in corporate law In late March, Emory welcomed 158 admitted students and their families for Emory Law’s annual admitted student Visiting Day. Emory University - School of Law