Pamela Foohey, a professor at the University of Georgia School of Law, presented her co-authored book “Debt’s Grip: Risk and Consumer Bankruptcy” (University of California Press, 2025) at the Eighth Annual Consumer Law Scholars Conference hosted by the University of California, Berkeley School of Law in March.
The event brought together legal scholars to discuss current research and developments in consumer law. Foohey’s presentation highlighted issues surrounding risk and bankruptcy for consumers, contributing to ongoing conversations among experts in the field.
The University of Georgia School of Law has achieved national and regional recognition in advocacy competitions, according to the official website. The school also offers students hands-on learning opportunities through 18 clinics and externships while maintaining high graduate employment rates as indicated on its official website.
Additionally, the law school maintains the Alexander Campbell King Law Library with extensive resources for students and faculty, according to its official website. It has been ranked No. 22 by U.S. News & World Report and recognized for value by National Jurist as reported by its official website.
Serving a diverse student body with strong academic profiles is also a focus for the institution, as noted on its official website. The school aims to redefine excellence in national public legal education through superior teaching and community service per information from its official website.
