Public Interest
Located in Atlanta, birthplace of the civil rights movement, Emory Law offers a wide variety of opportunities to study and practice law in the public sector.
Emory is associated with the internationally-renowned Carter Center, founded by former U.S. President Jimmy Carter to promote democracy and human rights around the world. In addition, Atlanta is at the heart of criminal justice reform in the south, with leading organizations such as the Southern Center for Human Rights, which enforces civil and human rights within the criminal justice system. Atlanta also is home to the South's largest environmental organization, the Southern Environmental Law Center.
Emory Law offers a range of courses, field placements, student organizations, events and other programs that allow students to explore public interest opportunities. Additionally, Emory Law hosts four in-house clinics that give students hands-on experience: Barton Child Law and Policy Clinic, Barton Juvenile Defender Clinic, Turner Environmental Clinic and the International Humanitarian Law Clinic.
Studying Public Interest LawEmory Law students have numerous classroom opportunities to explore public interest law and to work with faculty members involved in a wide range of public interest law issues.
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Doing Public Interest WorkEmory Law students have a wealth of opportunities to serve the local community while learning essential legal skills. Clinics |
Targeting Public Interest CareersEmory provides students with the professional resources to help them pursue public interest careers. Career Services |
Celebrating the Profession of ServiceEmory Law honors community members and students who devote their time to public interest. Inspiration Awards |