Emory Law Hosts Inaugural Conference of Transactional Law Center
The Emory Law Center for Transactional Law and Practice hosted its inaugural conference, Teaching Drafting and Transactional Skills: The Basics and Beyond, May 30-31. Organized by the Center’s executive director, Tina Stark, the...[more]
Satz Publishes Op-Ed on Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act
Emory Law Professor Ani B. Satz published an op-ed piece in the May 27 issue of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution on the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) signed by President Bush last week. According to Satz, “GINA...[more]
Witte Addresses Legal Issues Surrounding Polygamy
John Witte, Jr. explains why polygamy isn't legal -- and how it could be in the future -- in Christianity Today, a recent Sightings column, and in a Q&A on the "Religion Writer" blog, produced by reporter...[more]
Alexander Testifies Before Congress on Neighborhood Aid Bill
Emory Law Professor Frank S. Alexander is giving Congressional testimony today (May 22) on how federal funds could be targeted to neighborhoods most affected by rising rates of vacant and abandoned properties. His testimony,...[more]
Broyde-Lipstadt Op-Ed Spurs Legislation on 'Libel Tourism'
U.S. Reps. Steve Cohen (D-TN) and Darrell Issa (R-CA) are expected to introduce today (May 22) a bill to end "libel tourism," a phenomenon whereby plaintiffs seek judgments from foreign courts against American authors...[more]
Freer Receives University Scholar/Teacher Award
Richard D. Freer, Robert Howell Hall Professor Law, received the University Scholar/Teacher Award at the Emory University Commencement Ceremony, May 12, 2008. The Scholar/Teacher Award, given on behalf of the United Methodist...[more]
Ruskola Selected for Fellowship at the Institute for Advanced Study
Emory Law Professor Teemu Ruskola has been awarded a fellowship at the Institute for Advanced Study (IAS) in Princeton, N.J. Professor Ruskola will serve as a member of the institute’s School of Social Science for the 2008-09...[more]