Joseph F. Rice School of Law

2018 News Archive

Faculty appointed to endowed chairs or professorships

Professors Derek W. Black, Susan S. Kuo (pictured), Joseph A. Seiner and Ned Snow were recently appointed to endowed chairs or named professorships.

South Carolina Law celebrates its December graduates

On Saturday, Dec. 15, the University of South Carolina School of Law held a hooding ceremony for its 16 December 2018 graduates.

Sky's the Limit

Richie Gergel was one of the South Carolina Law students who recently worked with Uber and Virgin Hyperloop One to help shape the future of transportation.

Rethinking Justice

New scholarship by South Carolina law professors takes aim at the "status quo" to improve outcomes for domestic violence victims and juveniles facing potential incarceration.

Q & A with Karen Painter Randall

Meet 1984 alumna Karen Painter Randall, a nationally recognized authority in cybersecurity, who will be heading up the new Cybersecurity Legal Task Force at South Carolina Law.

Pursuing a Passion

Aaron Greene '19 spent the summer in New York City as one of only 12 law students nationwide selected as an Ella Baker Intern at the Center for Constitutional Rights.

Mock Trial & Moot Court teams break records

Thanks to hard work and dedication, South Carolina Law's Mock Trial and Moot Court teams have broken school records for their accomplishments during the fall competition season.

WIL raises $3000+ during 22nd annual 5k race

Women in Law, a student organization of the School of Law, raised more than $3,000 to support Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands through its annual WIL to Run 5k in September.

First-year student AC Parham receives Fresh Voices in the Humanities Award

Anna Catherine "AC" Parham received one of the inaugural "Fresh Voices in the Humanities" awards from the South Carolina Humanities Council for her work in bringing humanities-based education opportunities to victims of violence.

Cybersecurity Legal Task Force formed at the University of South Carolina School of Law

A Cybersecurity Legal Task Force has been created at South Carolina Law to better inform the legal profession and the public on cyber threat information and strategies to minimize the risk of a cyberattack. The task force will be led by Karen Painter Randall (left).

South Carolina Law advances to semi-finals of Palmetto State Classic Mock Trial Competition

Two South Carolina Law mock trial teams made it to the semifinal round of the 2018 Palmetto State Classic Competition on October 19-21. The teams were ranked first and second overall after three preliminary rounds, and also received other team and individual honors.

Maya Grace Slaughter wins top honors in 2018 Kate Bockman Memorial Second-Year Competition

Second-year student Maya Grace Slaughter was named "Best Oralist" in the 2018 Kate Bockman Memorial Second-Year Moot Court Competition, which was held on October 8 at the South Carolina Court of Appeals. The other three finalists included Adam Crain, Micah Chetta, and Georgia Higgins.

Konduros Public Service Fellows complete summer work for fourth year

For the fourth year in a row, students selected to be Konduros Public Service Fellows were placed with public interest organizations, government entities, or non-profits during the summer to pursue creative solutions to some of South Carolina's most challenging legal issues.

Mock Trial wins 2018 Mockingbird Challenge

The Mockingbird Challenge, considered one of the toughest fall law school mock trial competitions in the nation, culminated on Saturday, Sept. 30 with a victory for the University of South Carolina School of Law Mock Trial team.

Alumna creates a resource guide for domestic violence victims

As a student in the Domestic Violence Clinic, 2018 alumna Elle Klein not only helped her clients find relief from their abusers, she also wrote and published a guide that will help many more do the same.

South Carolina Law welcomes the Class of 2021

The School of Law welcomed 215 first-year students into its new home to be members of the Class of 2021. They were chosen from a pool of 1,452 applicants--an increase of 9.5 percent over 2017 figures.

Rule of Law Collaborative receives two grants to support initiatives at home and abroad

Under the direction of law professor Joel Samuels, the Rule of Law Collaborative was recently awarded two gifts that will support research on the role of sheriffs across the U.S., and also help developing, fragile and post-conflict countries in building the rule of law.

Incoming law students give back through community service project

For the 10th year in a row, incoming law students will be joined by faculty, staff, and their peer mentors to make a difference in 14 locations across the Midlands.

Veterans Legal Clinic to open July 2

Indigent and low-income veterans living in South Carolina will soon have access to free legal services thanks to a new Veterans Legal Clinic that will open Monday, July 2 at the University of South Carolina School of Law.

Matchmaker, Matchmaker

South Carolina Supreme Court Justice and 1988 alumnus John C. Few launches a new website to match attorneys with South Carolinians seeking pro bono services.

Paying It Forward

2015 alumna Alysja Carlisle says the scholarship she received enabled her to attend South Carolina Law. She and her husband recently decided to pay it forward by establishing a scholarship to help future law students.

Trailblazers

Separated by 50 years, two history-making alumni, I.S. Leevy Johnson '68 (pictured) and Chelsea Evans '18, sat down for a conversation about race relations at the law school and the transcendence of success.

Q & A with Bennett Gore

Meet Clyde "Bennett" Gore Jr., a clinical instructor and the director of the law school's new Veteran's Legal Clinic which opens this July. Learn more about Bennett's own military service and why this new initiative is so crucial.

Eboni Nelson named associate dean for academic affairs

A law professor at the School of Law since 2007, Nelson assumes her new responsibilities on June 18. She replaces Professor Jaclyn Cherry, who had served in the position since 2014 and will return to teaching.

UofSC School of Law receives second $1 million gift from Konduros Fisherman Fund

The University of South Carolina School of Law will enrich how it cultivates future leaders thanks to a $1.035 million gift from the Konduros Fisherman Fund. It is the second gift of more than $1 million to the School of Law by the fund.

Public interest law loan forgiveness fund applications accepted through June 30

School of Law alumni who work in the public sector are encouraged to apply for the 2018 distribution of funds by the end of the month.

Class of 2018 celebrates commencement on the Horseshoe

On Friday, May 11, commencement exercises were held for the School of Law's Class of 2018 on the University of South Carolina's historic Horseshoe. Read about the final lesson students received and access photos from the ceremony.

Law professor examines FDA regulations and insect-based food

Insects are regularly consumed by an estimated two billion people around the world, as a way to address food insecurity. Prof. Marie Boyd's research shows how a lack of regulation by the Food and Drug Administration is impacting the growing insect food industry in the U.S.

Building Bridges

Hazel A. Bridges '19 received a prestigious Dwight D. Eisenhower Graduate Fellowship in February. She says the fellowship will help her carry on a family legacy of public service.

Mock trial team named one of nation's best

The University of South Carolina School of Law's Mock Trial team was ranked #13 in the country for its performance in the 2016-2017 season. As the current competition season wrapped-up in March 2018, the team proved that these accolades are well-deserved.

2018 Critical Tax Theory Conference Hosted by South Carolina Law

The 21st Critical Tax Theory Conference will be hosted by the University of South Carolina School of Law on April 14-15. Critical tax scholars from around the nation will present their current research to an expert audience.

School of Law announces 2018 Compleat Lawyer Award recipients

The recipients of the 2018 Compleat Lawyer Awards have been announced, and the winners will be honored at the awards ceremony on April 19.

Women in Law collect record number of dresses for Cinderella Project

For the past 17 years, the Young Lawyer's Division of the South Carolina Bar has collected dresses, accessories and monetary donations for the Cinderella Project, which helps South Carolina high school girls be able to attend their prom.

Moot Court Bar competition best oralist receives Mark Blickle Scholarship

David Leggett was named "Best Oralist" during the annual J. Woodrow Lewis Moot Court Competition, held at the Supreme Court of South Carolina.

Remembering Professor Emeritus Bill McAninch, 1940-2018

We are sad to announce the passing of distinguished professor emeritus William "Bill" McAninch on February 23. Retiring in 2002, his impact is still felt at the law school through the Public Interest Law Loan Forgiveness Fund.

2018 Knowlton Lecture Canceled

The 2018 Knowlton Lecture has been CANCELED due to the winter storm that has hit the Northeast and grounded Dean Gerken's flight to Columbia. The lecture will be rescheduled for a later date.

Prof. Burke to present talk and book signing for his new book

Professor W. Lewis Burke will draw from his new book, "All for Civil Rights," to deliver a talk on the history of South Carolina's African-American lawyers and their legal education. The lecture will be held on March 28 at 5 p.m. and will be followed by a reception and book signing.

Fourth Circuit holds hearing in Judge Williams Courtroom

On January 30, Judge Dennis W. Shedd joined Judge Paul V. Niemeyer and Judge William B. Traxler, Jr., on a Fourth Circuit panel to hear oral arguments at the University of South Carolina School of Law.

Pro Bono Program offers free tax assistance for low-income and elderly South Carolinians

For the 26th year, volunteer law students will provide free tax filing assistance to low-income and elderly South Carolinians. Assistance will be offered Wednesdays and Saturdays from February 17 until March 31.

Rule of Law Collaborative hosts symposium to empower women

As women around the world rise up and make their voices heard, the Rule of Law Collaborative at the University of South Carolina Office of the Provost looks to amplify the discussion with a timely symposium, “Women as Agents of Change in Rule of Law.”

Law graduate spends summer in Cambodia before beginning career

For 2017 law graduate Whitney Kamerzel, the school's global reach is the reason she chose to attend the School of Law in the first place. The Florida Keys native knew she wanted to practice law in the South, but also wanted to be a part of an international legal practice.

BLSA hosts film screening, discussion panel for MLK week

The Black Law Student Association hosted a screening of "Rikers: An American Prison," followed by a discussion panel on prison reform. The event was a part of the university's larger MLK week lineup.

A family (legal) affair

It's a family affair that started more than 100 years ago, when Clint Graydon graduated from the University of South Carolina law program in 1913.

Assistant Professor elected to Clinical Legal Education Association

Assistant Professor Lisa Martin says being elected co-vice president of the Clinical Legal Education Association is her chance to give back to an organization that has enhanced her legal teaching experience.

Faculty Auction raises money for Public Interest Law Society Summer Fellowship Program

This program places law students in volunteer positions during the summer. The program gives students an invaluable experience, while also enriching the community through charitable work.

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