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School of Law graduates are often the focus of news stories appearing in a variety of media outlets. Below are links to some of these stories from 2013.

"We're not in Camilla anymore:" Country Lawyer to Hollywood manager Alumnus Patrick N. Millsaps (J.D.'00) was featured in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution regarding his work with members of the film industry. The article was written by Aaron Gould Sheinin and was published 12/27/13. Read the full story

Calling the plays Alumnus Mark A. Lewis (J.D.'92) was featured in Georgia Magazine regarding his role at Collegiate Athletic Association. The article was written by Andy Johnston and was published in the December 2013 issue. Read the full story

Law alum to head state economic development office Alumnus Christopher M. "Chris" Carr (J.D.'99) was featured in Georgia Magazine regarding his appointment as commissioner of the Georgia Department of Economic Development. The article was published in the December 2013 issue. Read the full story

The woman behind Wine, Working and Womanhood Alumna Christy Hull Eikhoff (J.D.'00) was featured in the Daily Report for creating a support group for working moms. The article was written by Mary Helen Martin and appeared on 12/20/13. Read the full article

US District Court judge tapped for appeals court Alumna Julie E. Carnes (J.D.'75) has been nominated by President Barack Obama to serve on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit. The article was published on 11alive.com on 12/19/13. Read the full article

Embattled ethics agency hires attorney to help run day-to-day operations Alumnus Robert P. Constantine Jr. (J.D.'72) was hired by the Georgia's state ethics commission to help run the organization. The article was published by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. It was written by Greg Bluestein and Shannon McCaffrey and appeared on 12/19/13. Read the full article

Michael Raeber named executive director of legal affairs at UGA Michael M. Raeber (J.D.'93) was featured in a press release by the University of Georgia for his appointment as the executive director of legal affairs at UGA. The article was written by Chuck Toney and appeared on 12/18/13. Read the full article

Hall's Willis named state "Assistant Circuit Defender of the Year" Alumnus Brett M. Willis (J.D.'03) was named Assistant Circuit Defender of the Year for the state by the Georgia Circuit Defender Association. The article appeared on AccessNorthGa.com on 12/18/13. Read the full article

Why I ... Returned to Ballet Dancing Alumna Erica L. Parsons (J.D.'04) was featured in the Daily Report regarding how she uses ballet to help her deal with the stress of practicing law. The article was written by Parsons and appeared on 12/11/13. Read the full article

Four Judges Named in Columbus, Eastman Alumni Maureen Callahan Gottfried (J.D.'86) and Benjamin "Ben" S. Richardson (J.D.'92) were featured in the Daily Report for their recent judicial appointments. The article was written by Kathleen B. Joyner and appeared on 12/10/13. Read the full article

A Quick Look at our Newsmakers of the Past Alumni Roy E. Barnes (J.D.'72), B.J. Bernstein (J.D.'87), McCracken "Ken" Poston Jr. (J.D.'85) and Sally Quillian Yates (J.D.'86) were featured in the Daily Report for being among the paper's top newsmakers since 2000. The article was written by Mary Smith Judd and appeared on 12/9/13. Read the full article

Mitchell King, 96: D-Day vet became a man of letters Alumnus Mitchell C. King (J.D.'41) was featured in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution regarding the impact he had throughout his life. King passed away on Dec. 3 at the age of 96. The article was written by Michelle E. Shaw and appeared on 12/8/13. Read the full article

On the Job with Charles Lamb Alumnus Charles W. Lamb Jr. (J.D.'98) was featured in the Albany Herald regarding the obstacles he has overcome in his personal life and how that led him to practice disability law in his hometown. The article was written by Brad McEwen and appeared on 12/6/13. Read the full article

McMillian reflects, with tips, on year as appellate judge Alumna Carla Wong McMillian (J.D.'98) was featured in the Daily Report regarding her first year serving as a judge on the Georgia Court of Appeals. The article was written by Alyson M. Palmer and appeared on 12/4/13. Read the full article

She's the Wheel Deal Alumna Morgan Leigh Felts (J.D.'10) was featured in the Daily Report regarding her participation as a member of the Apocalpstix, one of Atlanta's rollergirls teams, which is part of the national Women's Flat Track Derby Association. The article was written by Paul Shea and appeared on 11/22/13. Read the full article

UGA Alumni Association announces fifth annual Bulldog 100 list; three Georgia Law alumni included Alumni Ronald E. Mabra (J.D.'04), David C. Jones (J.D.'97) and James B. Trotter (J.D.'00) were featured in a news release by the University of Georgia's Alumni Association for being selected for this year's Bulldog 100 list. This award recognizes the fastest growing businesses owned or operated by UGA alumni. The article was written by Elizabeth Elmore and appeared on 11/20/13. Read the full article

Weinberg lawyer opens plaintiffs firm Alumnus Charles L. Clay Jr. (J.D.'99) was featured in the Daily Report regarding the opening his own plaintiffs' firm, Chuck Clay & Associates, during October. The article was written by Meredith Hobbs and appeared on 11/7/13. Read the full article

Emory public interest group honors three lawyers Alumnus Stanley S. Jones Jr. (J.D.'77) was featured in the Daily Report for being one of three lawyers that will be honored by the Emory Public Interest Committee in February. The article appeared on 11/14/13. Read the full article

Jimmy Franklin is Bar President's new choice for disputed JQC post Alumnus James B. "Jimmy" Franklin (J.D.'64) was featured in the Daily Report for being nominated to the Judicial Qualifications Commission. The article was written by R. Robin McDonald and appeared on 11/13/13. Read the full article

Augusta is first Asian-American judge appointed to the Georgia Court of Appeals Alumna Carla W. McMillian (J.D.'98) was featured on WJBF for being appointed as the first Asian-American judge on the Georgia Court of Appeals. The article was written by Nicole Snyder and appeared on 11/13/13. Read the full article

Endurance for charity, support for friends Alumna Vivian D. Hoard (J.D.'85) was featured in the Daily Report for being honored with a Triple Crown title by the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Hoard received the award for participating in three different sports to support her friends who have battled cancer and to raise money for the organization. The article was written by Laura Raines and appeared on 11/8/13. Read the full article

Brasseler USA chairman, president and CEO Don L. Waters inducted into Savannah Business Hall of Fame Alumnus Don L. Waters (J.D.'78) was featured in Dentistry Today for being inducted into the Savannah Business Hall of Fame at the 14th Annual Business Hall of Fame Gala. The article appeared on 11/8/13. Read the full article

Jason Carter to challenge Gov. Deal next year Alumnus Jason J. Carter (J.D.'04) was featured in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution regarding his announcement to run for governor in 2014. The article was written by Greg Bluestein and appeared on 11/7/13. Read the full article Judge Mikell: True public servant Alumnus Charles B. Mikell Jr. (J.D.'76) was featured in the regarding his love for practicing law and his time spent serving on the bench. Mikell passed away Nov. 4, 2013. The article appeared on 11/5/13. Read the full article

State court judges' council honors Cobb jurist Alumnus David P. Darden (J.D.'83) was featured in the Daily Report for being presented with the 2013 Ogden Doremus/Kent Lawrence Award by the Georgia Council of State Court Judges. The article was written by Katheryn Hayes Tucker and appeared on 11/4/13. Read the full article

Advocate for student expression rights to give 8th State of First Amendment Address at UK Alumnus Frank D. LoMonte (J.D.'00) was featured in KyForward regarding the eighth annual state of the First Amendment Address he will give on First Amendment rights for high school and college students. The article was written by Scripps Howard First Amendment Center and appeared on 10/28/13. Read the full article

Former White House staffer Lawton Jordan III to join Ga. Ethics Commission Alumnus Lawton Jordan III (J.D.'00) was featured in the Daily Report regarding his appointment to the state ethics commission by Gov. Nathan Deal. The article was written by Christina A. Cassidy and appeared on 10/25/13. Read the full article

Jeff Woodard Named Chief Legal Officer At Erlanger Alumnus Jeffrey N. Woodard (J.D.'02) was featured in The Chattanoogan regarding his appointment as Erlanger's new chief legal officer. The article appeared on 10/24/13. Read the full article

Effingham Health gets new chief nursing officer Alumna Marie Livingstone (J.D.'96) was featured in the Savannah Morning News for being named the chief nursing officer at Effingham Health System. The article appeared on 10/23/13. Read the full article

Mohegan Sun CEO, in his job for a year, reflects on how casino has fared in tough economic climate Robert J. "Bobby" Soper (J.D.'97) was featured in the Hartford Courant regarding his casino, Mohegan Sun, and how its financial performance is stabilizing and beginning to improve. The article was written by Mathew Sturdevant and appeared on 10/21/13. Read the full article

Officiating in court and on field Alumnus Tilman "Tripp" Self III (J.D.'97) was featured in the Daily Report regarding him not only being a Superior Court judge in Macon, but also officiating college football games. The article was written by Michael Tierney and appeared on 10/18/13. Read the full article Joseph E. Cheeley Jr., 84: Attorney helped craft the law Alumnus Joseph E. Cheeley Jr. (J.D.'50) was featured in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution regarding the precedents he set and his contribution to divorce law in Georgia. Cheeley passed away Friday, Oct. 11, 2013. The article was written by Michelle E. Shaw and appeared on 10/17/13. Read the full article

Shanahan named UNC system vice president, general counsel Alumnus Thomas C. Shanahan (J.D.'98) was featured in The Herald Sun for being appointed as vice president and general counsel of the 17-campus UNC system. The article was written by Gregory Childress and appeared on 10/11/13. Read the full article

Art for all Alumnus Bennett D. Bryan (J.D.'09) was featured in the Daily Report regarding his position as a board member of Living Walls, a nonprofit organization that promotes, educates and changes perspectives about public space via street art. The article was written by Laura Raines and appeared on 10/11/13. Read the full article

Richard G. Douglas of Highland Park honored as one of the 40 most talented young attorneys in Illinois Alumnus Richard G. Douglas (J.D.'02) was featured in the Chicago Tribune for being selected as one of the 40 most talented young attorneys in Illinois. The article was written by Nancy Dove and appeared on 10/9/13. Read the full article

Statesboro attorney elected president Georgia State Conference NAACP Alumnus Francys Johnson (J.D.'04) was featured in the Columbus Ledger Enquirer for being elected president of the Georgia State Conference NAACP. The article was written by Ben Wright and appeared on 10/5/13. Read the full article

Darden begins turn as Cobb Chief Judge Alumnus David P. Darden (J.D.'83) was featured in the Daily Report regarding his two-year term appointment as chief judge for Cobb County. The article was written by Katheryn Hayes Tucker and appeared on 10/8/13. Read the full article

Cobb DA spearheads animal abuse unit Alumna Sherwin K. Figueroa (J.D.'11) was featured in The Marietta Daily Journal regarding her role in the new Animal Abuse Unit for the Cobb County District Attorney's office. The article was written by Lindsay Field and appeared on 10/1/13. Read the full article

2013 forty under forty Alumni Otis A. Brumby III (J.D.'06), Blake M. Tillery (J.D.'10), Benjamin J. Vinson (J.D.'02) and Shannon G. Wallace (J.D.'02) were featured in the Georgia Trend for being honored as part of the Georgia Trend's 2013 Forty Under Forty. They were recognized as "outstanding Georgians under the age of 40." The article was written by Susan Percy and appeared in the Oct. 2013 issue. Read the full article UGA chapter of Blue Key Honor society will honor four with service awards Alumna Jessica Langston McClellan (J.D.'03) was featured in the Athens Banner-Herald regarding the Blue Key National Honor Society honoring her with the Young Alumnus Award. The article was written by Sara Freeland and appeared on 9/27/13. Read the full article

Meet the ultra man Alumnus Joseph B. Fejes (J.D.'91) was featured in the Daily Report regarding his "ultrarunning accomplishments." The article was written by Paul Shea and appeared on 9/20/13. Read the full article

Albany judge to sit on Supreme Court Alumna Denise Marshall (J.D.'81) was featured on WALB News regarding her temporary appointment to the Georgia Supreme Court for an upcoming case. The article was written by Dave Miller and appeared on 9/18/13. Read the full article

U.S. Lawmakers tackle the health care law, confirmation of federal judge Alumna Valerie Caproni (J.D.'79) was featured in the Concord Monitor regarding the Senate confirming her as a U.S. District Court judge for the Southern District of New York. The article was written by Voterama in Congress and appeared on 9/15/13. Read the full article

U.S. attorney Sally Yates: "Nobody is a success on their own" Alumna Sally Quillian Yates (J.D.'86) was featured in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution regarding her being the first woman to be named U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Georgia. The article was written by Henry Unger and appeared on 9/14/13. Read the full article

Brownstein Hyatt law firm expands intellectual property team by 13 Alumnus Stephen C. Hemenway (J.D.'98) was featured in the Denver Post regarding his move to join Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck's intellectual property team. The article was written by Howard Pankratz and appeared on 9/5/13. Read the full article

Palmer to fill in on Ga. Supreme Court case Alumnus Emory L. Palmer (J.D.'99) was featured in -Herald regarding his temporary appointment to serve as a judge on the Georgia Supreme Court. The article was written by Sarah fay Campbell and appeared on 9/6/13. Read the full article

The right person, the right time Alumnus Jere Morehead (J.D.'80) was featured in the September 2013 edition of Georgia Magazine regarding his appointment as UGA's new president and his plans to take "UGA to the next level". The article was written by Kelly Simmons. Read the full article Related article: Take 5 - President Jere Morehead on his appointment Judge counters tactics of rage Alumna Julie E. Carnes (J.D.'75) was featured in the Daily Report regarding her innovative thinking in the courtroom. The article was written by Robin McDonald and appeared on 8/13/13. Read the full article

Making book of the legendary Georgia-Clemson series Alumnus Kyle T. King (J.D.'97) was featured in the The Atlanta Journal-Constitution regarding his new book Fighting Like Cats and Dogs, a series that discusses the Georgia-Clemson football rivalry. The article was written by Bill King and appeared on 8/29/13. Read the full article

Female umpire at Little League World Series feels fortunate Alumna Cynthia A. Smith (J.D.'78) was recently featured in an article written by Associated Press for being the fifth female in 67 years of the World Series to be asked back as part of the 12-person umpiring crew. The article was written by Jim Carlson and appeared in the Miami Herald on 8/21/13. Read the full article

Former Athens mayor Upshaw Bentley dies Alumnus Upshaw C. Bentley Jr. (LL.B. '49) was recently featured in the Athens Banner-Herald regarding his impact on Athens and its community. Bentley passed away late last week. The article was written by Lee Shearer and appeared on 8/15/13. Read the full article here

Helping in Haiti: Therese Franzén see ROI in life by giving back to others Alumna Therese G. Franzén (J.D.'80) was featured in the Daily Report regarding her philanthropy work in Haiti. The article was written by Laura Raines and appeared on 8/2/13. Read the full article

Ex-DA's Ties Lead to High-Profile Cases Alumnus J. Tom Morgan (J.D.'80) was featured in the Daily Report regarding his practice's high profile cases in metro Atlanta. The article was written by Kathleen Baydala Joyner and appeared on 8/7/13. Read the full article

Top 10 in 10 honorees build solid careers Alumnus Davis A. Dunaway (J.D.'03) was featured in regarding his career since receiving the Augusta Metro Chamber's Top 10 in 10 Young Professionals to Watch award in 2010. The article was written by Jenna Martin and appeared on 7/26/13. Read the full article

Longtime chief Assistant District Attorney wins state award Alumna Martha P. Jacobs (J.D.'94) was featured in the Rome News-Tribune for receiving the Georgia Assistant District Attorney of the Year Award. The article was written by Kim Jarrett and appeared on 7/22/13. Read the full article

Jamie Sibold, 57: Former DeKalb GOP chairman Alumnus James S. Sibold (J.D.'82) was featured in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution regarding his influence during his lifetime. Sibold passed away in July due to complications of brain cancer. The article was written by Michelle E. Shaw and appeared on 7/18/13. Read the full article

New bankruptcy judge's investiture Monday Alumnus Edward J. Coleman III (J.D.'82) was featured in the Savannah Morning News regarding his upcoming investiture ceremony. The article was written by Jan Skutch and appeared on 7/20/13. Read the full article

UGA Alumni Association announces new executive committee president, officers Alumna Jennifer L. Chapman (J.D.'02) was featured in a news release by the University of Georgia regarding her election as treasurer of the UGA Alumni Association. The news release appeared on 7/18/13. Read the full article

Savannah attorney pro bono award winner Alumnus Edward O. Henneman (J.D.'94) was featured in the Savannah Morning News for earning the 2013 Business Commitment Pro Bono Business Law Award from the State Bar of Georgia. The article appeared on 7/15/13. Read the full article

Attorney Lea Holliday puts engineering training to good use Alumnus Leamon "Lea" R. Holliday III (J.D.'70) was featured in the Savannah Morning News for receiving the Savannah Bar Association's Judge Frank S. Cheatham Jr. Professionalism Award. The article appeared on 7/7/13. Read the full article

Ernst named to DeKalb ethics board Alumnus John A. Ernst Jr. (J.D.'03) was featured in the Dunwoody Crier regarding his appointment to the Dekalb County Board of Ethics. The article appeared on 7/2/13. Read the full article

Former Perdue lawyer named to State Election Board Alumna Rebecca N. Sullivan (J.D.'00) was featured in the Daily Report regarding her appointment to the State Election Board by the state House speaker. The article was written by Kathleen Baydala Joyner and appeared on 7/1/13. Read the full article

Rollins Hires Chandler To Be Its New GC Alumna Elizabeth B. Chandler (J.D.'88) was featured in the Daily Report regarding her position as Rollins' new general counsel and vice president. The article was written by Meredith Hobbs and appeared on 6/28/13. Read the full article

Duane Morris Gets New Local Leader G. Kirk Domescik (J.D.'94) was featured in the Daily Report regarding his new position as the managing partner for Duane Morris' Atlanta office. The article was written by Meredith Hobbs and appeared on 6/26/13. Read the full article University of Georgia Foundation Board elects new chair, vice chair, treasurer, secretary and six managing trustees Alumni John P. Spalding (J.D.'85) and Steve C. Jones (J.D.'87) were featured in a news release by the University of Georgia Foundation regarding their new positions as chairman and managing trustee of the foundation, respectively. Also two alumni - Norman S. Fletcher (J.D.'58) and Don L. Waters (J.D.'78) - were accorded emeritus status. The news release appeared was dated 6/25/13.

Yarbrough: Visit with Carl Sanders recalls tumultuous time in Georgia Alumnus Carl E. Sanders (J.D.'48) was featured in the Athens-Banner Herald regarding his tenure as governor of Georgia. The article was written by Dick Yarbrough and appeared on 6/24/13. Read the full article

'Gideon's Army' rallies its troops for justice Alumnus Travis A. Williams (J.D.'08) was featured in the Daily Report regarding his role in a documentary about public defenders in the South. The article was written by Meredith Hobbs and appeared on 6/17/13. Read the full article Related article: UGA law grad's passion for justice lands him in HBO movie by Lee Shearer for the Athens-Banner Herald on 6/22/13.

For love of the game Alumnus Gordon A. Smith (J.D.'78) was featured in Georgia Magazine regarding his position as executive director and chief operating officer of the U.S. Tennis Association. The article was written by Allyson Mann appeared in the June issue. Read the full article

Thanks, Abe Alumnus Lawton E. Stephens (J.D.'81) was featured in Georgia Magazine regarding a letter from President Abraham Lincoln that has been handed down through the Stephens family and is now on display at UGA's Hargrett Rare Book & Manuscript Library. The article appeared in the June 2013 issue. Read the full article

United Nations executive has UGA ties Alumna Ertharin Cousin (J.D.'82) was featured in The Red and Black regarding her position as the executive director of the United Nations World Food Programme. The article was written by Brad Mannion and appeared on 6/12/13. Read the full article

Frogdice: Making Games on the Road Less Traveled Alumnus Michael Hartman (J.D.'98) was featured on Gamefront.com regarding his company, Frogdice, an independent publisher of video games. The article was written by Ron Whitaker and appeared on 6/7/13. Read the full article

LawJam 2013: It's All In The Name For Mikey Mel & The JDs Alumni Michael A. Melonakos and Adam L. Hebbard, 2008 classmates, were featured in the Daily Report regarding their upcoming participation in LawJam 2013, the fourth annual battle of the Atlanta lawyers' bands. The article was written by Michael Melonakos and appeared on 6/7/13. Read the full article

Whitfield County Superior Court clerk pushes the edge Alumna Amanda A. Brown (J.D.'12) was featured in The Daily Citizen regarding the completion of her first triathlon, the Ochsner Ironman. The article was written by Mitch Talley and appeared on 6/5/13. Read the full article

The World's 100 Most Powerful Women Alumna Ertharin Cousin (J.D.'82) was featured in Forbes regarding her position as the world's 49th most powerful woman. The article was written by Caroline Howard and appeared on 5/22/13. Read the full article

Judge Forsling Resigns, 'Ready For a New Stage' Alumna Susan B. Forsling (J.D.'80) was featured in the Daily Report regarding her resignation as judge of the State Court of Fulton County. The article was written by Greg Land and Kathleen Baydala Joyner and appeared on 6/3/13. Read the full article

Augusta lawyer Brian Epps selected as federal magistrate judge Alumnus Brian K. Epps (J.D.'98) was featured in the The Augusta Chronicle regarding his appointment as a federal court magistrate judge for the Southern District of Georgia. The article was written by Sandy Hodson and appeared on 5/30/13. Read the full article

Georgia: Chief Judge Sweat to hear Georgia Supreme Court Case Alumnus David R. Sweat (J.D.'79) was featured in a news release by the Supreme Court of Georgia regarding his designation to serve as a judge in the appeal of Roesser v. The State (S12G1846). The news release appeared on 5/30/13. Read the full article

Cobb Chairman supports assistant as county attorney Alumna Deborah L. Dance (J.D.'89) was featured in The Marietta Daily Journal regarding her recommendation as Cobb County's new county attorney. The article was written by Jon Gillooly and appeared on 5/24/13. Read the full article

Athens welcomes new UGA president Alumnus Jere Morehead (J.D.'80) was featured in the Spring 2013 edition of Athens Magazine regarding his appointment as UGA's new president and his past experience in UGA academia and administration. The article was written by Lee Shearer. Read the full article

W. Hale Barrett, former managing partner of Hull Barrett law firm, dies Alumnus William H. Barrett (LL.B.'55) was featured in The Augusta Chronicle regarding his influence and expertise during his lifetime. Barrett passed away in May from failing health. The article was written by Travis Highfield and appeared on 5/25/13. Read the full article Related article: Hail Barrett: Respected Augusta attorney exemplified integrity by Augusta Chronicle Editorial Staff for The Augusta Chronicle on 5/31/13. Asheville's alehouse attorneys Alumna Hayley R. Wells (J.D.'08) was featured in The Asheville Citizen-Times regarding her firm's creation of its own alcoholic beverage law practice group. The article was written by Jason Sandford and appeared on 5/24/13. Read the full article

AG Selects Pam Anderson as New Torts Division Chief Alumna Pamela H. Anderson (J.D.'81) was featured in a press release by the Washinton Attorney General's office regarding her appointment as the new Torts Division Chief. The press release appeared on 5/9/13. Read the full article

The Met Will Return a Pair of Statues to Cambodia Alumna Terressa M. Davis (J.D.'09) was featured in The New York Times regarding the Metropolitan Museum of Art's decision to return two pieces of ancient Khmer art to Cambodia. The article was written by Tom Mashberg and Ralph Blumenthal and appeared on 5/3/13. Read the full article Related article: When Museums Do the Right Thing by Mark V. Vlasic and Tess Davis for The New York Times on 5/17/13.

Aaron's appoints former Equifax exec SVP Alumnus Robert W. Kamerschen (J.D.'94) was featured in Retailing Today regarding his appointment as the new senior vice president and general counsel for Aaron's. The article was written by Vivian Gomez and appeared on 5/13/13. Read the full article

Veteran Brooks attorney named to vacant magistrate’s post Alumnus Loyd H. "Buster" Black Jr. (J.D.'69) was featured in The Citizen regarding his appointment as Fayette County's new magistrate judge. The article was submitted by John Munford and appeared on 5/8/13. Read the full article

An interview with Judge Emory Palmer Alumnus Emory L. Palmer (J.D.'99) was featured in the Douglas County Sentinel regarding his role as the new Superior Court Judge in the Coweta Judicial Circuit. The article was written by Jason Swindle and appeared on 5/6/13. Read the full article

State’s Superior Court judges elect all-women leadership Alumna Mary E. Staley (J.D.'78) was featured on ATLaw, the Daily Report's blog on Georgia's legal community, regarding her appointment as president-elect of the Council of Superior Court Judges of Georgia. Alumna Louisa Abbot (J.D.'82) was also featured for starting her term as president for the council. The article was written by Kathleen Baydala Joyner and appeared on 5/3/13. Read the full article

Judge Lisa Godbey Wood to Deliver Commencement Address Alumna Lisa Godbey Wood (J.D.'90) was featured on the College of Coastal Georgia's website as the 2013 commencement ceremony speaker for the college. The release appeared on 4/29/13. Read the full article Related article: College of Coastal Georgia holds graduation ceremony Saturday by Terry Dickson for The Florida Times-Union on 5/10/13.

Judge Abbot to become president of state Superior Court judges council on May 1 Alumna Louisa Abbot (J.D.'82) was featured in the Savannah Morning News regarding her appointment as president of the Council of Superior Court Judges. The article was written by Jan Skutch and appeared on 4/29/13. Read the full article.

Teilhet Opens Plaintiffs' Firm After Heading Advocacy Group Alumnus Robert B. Teilhet (J.D.'00) was featured in the Daily Report regarding his return to private practice after serving two years as executive director of Georgia Conservation Voters. The article was written by Meredith Hobbs and appeared on 4/24/13. Read the full article Related article: Representing 'regular folks'- Former state rep. makes Marietta home to new law firm by Rachel Miller for The Marietta Daily Journal on 5/15/13.

Norman Fletcher honored at UGA's 2013 Alumni Awards Luncheon Norman S. Fletcher (J.D.'58) received one of three prestigious alumni merit awards presented at the UGA Alumni Association awards luncheon for demonstrating a commitment to bettering the University of Georgia. The luncheon took place on 4/19/13. See the full details

Norman Fletcher honored at UGA Alumni Association luncheon Alumnus Norman S. Fletcher (J.D.'58) was featured in the Rome News-Tribune for receiving a prestigious alumni merit award presented at the University of Georgia Alumni Association awards luncheon. The article appeared on 4/19/13. Read the full article

Athens attorney wins Benham Award for arts efforts Alumna Laura Christian Nehf (J.D.'83) was featured in the Athens Banner-Herald for receiving the Justice Robert Benham Award for Community Service. The article was written by staff reporters and appeared on 4/13/13. Read the full article

Superior Court Judge Rumer designated to serve on case at Georgia Supreme Court Alumnus William C. Rumer (J.D.'75) was featured in the Columbus Ledge Enquirer regarding his appointment to serve on the Supreme Court of Georgia in an appeal case. Rumer is a Superior Court Judge and will serve in place of Justice Keith Blackwell. The article was written by Stephanie Pedersen and appeared on 4/10/13. Read the full article

A tale of two titans Alumnus James E. Butler Jr. (J.D.'77) was featured in the Daily Report regarding his successful career as a plaintiffs' lawyer. The article was written by Katheryn Hayes Tucker and appeared on 3/21/13. Read the full article

The late Otis Brumby Jr. receives Hero Award Alumnus Otis A. Brumby Jr. (LL.B.'65) was featured in the Marietta Daily Journal for receiving the Open Government Hero Award by the Georgia First Amendment Foundation for his achievements during his lifetime. Brumby passed away at the age of 72 after a battle with prostate cancer. The article was written by Leo Hohmann and appeared on 3/16/13. Read the full article

UGA building to be named after former Gov. Busbee Alumnus and former Georgia Gov. George D. Busbee (LL.B.'52) was featured in the Athens Banner-Herald regarding the University of Georgia naming one of its residence halls in his memory. Busbee passed away in 2004. The article appeared on 3/13/13. Read the full article

Community leaders honored by Boy Scouts Alumnus Daniel J.Porter (J.D.'81) was featured in the Gwinnett Daily Post for receiving the Scott Hudgens Distinguished Citizen Award at the American Values Dinner that benefits the Northeast Georgia Council of the Boy Scouts of America. The article was written by Keith Farner and appeared on 3/5/13. Read the full article

Savannah man appointed to Georgia Board of Regents Alumnus Don L. Waters (J.D.'78) was featured in the Savannah Morning News for his appointment by Gov. Nathan Deal to the University System of Georgia Board of Regents. The article was written by Jenel Few and appeared on 3/4/13. Read the full article

Frank Beckum, a great Georgian, has died Alumnus H. Frank Beckum (J.D.'56) was featured in The Florida Times-Union regarding his influence during his lifetime. Beckum passed away in February from failing health. The article was written by Terry Dickson and appeared on 2/21/13. Read the full article

Harold Clarke, former state Supreme Court justice, dies Alumnus Harold G. Clarke (J.D.'50) was featured in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution regarding his influential role as chief justice for the Georgia Supreme Court. Clarke passed away at the age of 85 from a prolonged illness. The article was written by Bill Rankin and appeared on 2/27/13. Read the full article Justice Harold Clarke personified the ideal of service by Robin Frazer Clark for the Daily Report 3/6/13 Justice Clarke helped establish ADR system by Edith B. Primm for the Daily Report 3/7/13

Court delivers justice for juvenile peers Alumna Emily R. Boness (J.D.'10) was profiled on the University of Georgia's website regarding Peer Court, an innovation in juvenile justice in Athens where local youth volunteers serve as judges, bailiffs, advocates and jurors and hear the cases of first-time juvenile offenders. Boness started the court nearly a year ago and hopes to expand the program to other communities around the state. Read the full article

UGA College of Education doctoral student receives top sport/recreation law association award Alumna Natasha T. Brison (J.D.'98) was featured on UGA Today for receiving the 2013 Maloy Student Research Award from the Sport and Recreation Law Association, the highest recognition of accomplishment in student research this academic organization gives. The article was written by Lauren Mayo and appeared on 2/21/13. Read the full article

Atlanta immigration lawyer to head aid group Alumnus Dale M. Schwartz (J.D.'68) was featured in the Daily Report regarding his appointment as the new chairman of the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society, a nonprofit organization. The article was written by Adina Solomon and appeared on 2/18/13. Read the full article

Lawyer to Head Firm Running Football Hall of Fame Alumnus John W. Stephenson Jr. (J.D.'00) was featured on 41 NBC News regarding his appointment as president and chief operating officer of the firm in charge of building and operating the national College Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta. The article was written by the Associated Press and appeared on 2/5/13. Read the full article

‘True Believers in Justice’ Alumnus Travis A. Williams (J.D.'08) was featured in The New York Times regarding his role in the documentary “Gideon’s Army,” which features the work Williams has done as a public defender. The film will appear at the 2013 Sundance Film Festival and later on HBO. The article was written by Dawn Porter and appeared on 1/23/13. Read the full article

Chief judge likes 'real world' Alumna Pamela D. South (J.D.'88) was featured in the Daily Report regarding her role as the chief judge of the Gwinnett County State Court. The article was written by Mark Niesse and appeared on 1/23/13. Read the full article

Governor taps Carla Wong McMillian to Court of Appeals Alumna Carla Wong McMillian (J.D.'98) was featured in the Daily Report regarding her recent appointment by Gov. Nathan Deal as the new judge on the state Court of Appeals. The article was written by Kathleen Baydala Joyner and appeared on 1/17/13. Read the full article Related articles: New Court of Appeals judge rode fast track to appointment by Alyson M. Palmer for the Daily Report on 1/22/13 Deal puts first Asian-American on state appellate court by Bill Rankin for the Atlanta Journal- Constitution on 1/16/13

New law firm opens in Athens Alumnus William H. Kimbrough Jr. (J.D.'73) was featured in the Athens Banner-Herald for opening The Kimbrough Law Firm in Athens, Ga. The article appeared on 1/12/13. Read the full article

Covington resident named to Leadership Ga. Alumnus Michael G. Geoffroy (J.D.'01) was featured in the Covington News for being inducted into the Leadership Georgia class of 2013, a prestigious organization that includes community and state leaders. The article appeared as a staff report on 1/12/13. Read the full article U.S. Embassy Libya: New Chargé d' Affaires William Roebuck assumes office Alumnus William V. Roebuck Jr. (J.D.'92) was featured on Diplopundit.net regarding his arrival in Tripoli as the new U.S. Chargé d' Affaires to Libya. The article was written by Domani Spero and appeared on 1/9/13. Read the full article

Sally Quillian Yates joins AGAC Alumna Sally Quillian Yates (J.D.'86) was featured in the Atlanta Business Chronicle for her appointment to vice chair of the Attorney General's Advisory Committee of U.S. Attorneys. The article was written by Jacques Couret and appeared on 1/7/13. Read the full article

Judge wrote new chapter in state judicial history Alumna Rufe McCombs Maulsby (LL.B.'42) was featured in the Columbus Ledger-Enquirer regarding her distinguished career in the Georgia judiciary. Considered a "trailblazer," Maulsby was the first woman in Georgia elected to be a judge without prior appointment. She passed away in December at the age of 94. The article appeared on 1/2/13. Read the full article. Related articles: Columbus Ledger-Enquirer