Assistant Professor Assaf Harpaz participated in the Junior International Law Scholars Association Annual Meeting in January, where he delivered a presentation titled “Tax Sovereignty.” In addition to his presentation, Harpaz contributed as a panelist for “Preparing for a career in academia, the mentors’ advice” and provided commentary on the work “Is Rule of Law Decline Rewarded in Trade? Lessons from the European Union,” authored by Stanford’s J. Deli. The event took place at the William S. Richardson School of Law at the University of Hawai’i at Mānoa.
The University of Georgia School of Law, where Harpaz is an assistant professor, was founded in 1859 and is located in Athens, Georgia. The institution offers J.D., LL.M., and M.S.L. degree programs, as well as dual degrees and experiential learning opportunities through clinics and externships. It maintains a focus on redefining excellence in national public legal education through strong teaching and community service, according to its official website.
The law school features resources such as the Dean Rusk International Law Center and the Alexander Campbell King Law Library. It also supports global opportunities through international exchanges and externships. The school serves a diverse student body with strong academic profiles and is recognized for its value and practical training. It has been ranked No. 22 by U.S. News & World Report and acknowledged for affordability with one of the lowest tuition rates among top-ranked programs.
Graduates from the University of Georgia School of Law achieve high employment outcomes in legal fields, supported by comprehensive mentoring programs. The institution excels in advocacy competitions at both national and regional levels.
Peter B. ‘Bo’ Rutledge currently serves as dean of the law school.
