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“John Marshall’s externship program offers quality field placements that develop professional and practical skills while ensuring  successful and meaningful on-the-job performance.” Paul Nam, Graduate (’12)

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“I wanted to go to an ABA-accredited school that has a strong bar passage rate. John Marshall Law School in Atlanta was the best fit for me.” Aslean Zachary, 3L

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“Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School has a 13:1 faculty-to-student ratio and the professors have open-door policies that foster mentorship.” Alex McArthur, Graduate (’12)

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“I wanted a law school that looked at the whole person. The caring atmosphere and specialized attention of the faculty have given me an excellent education to positively impact the community.” Chad Alexis, Graduate (’12)

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“I wanted to complete my education at a school that catered to me. I wanted to experience a world-class city full of energy. Atlanta and John Marshall – truly the best of both worlds.” Amber O’Conner, Graduate (’12)

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Law Journal Symposium

The 2013 Law Journal Symposium focuses on Georgia’s Business Law.  Georgia House Representative Wendell Willard will open the Symposium with a brief lecture on “the lawyer as an advocate” which will provide attendees with a 0.5 hr CLE on professionalism. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., on March 4, 2013 in the Blackburn Conference Center, located at the campus of Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School.

The first article for presentation was authored by Professor Mark Budnitz, Professor of Law at Georgia State University College of Law.  Professor Budnitz’s article focuses on Novare Group v. Sarif and contends that the court’s approach undermines the Fair Business Practices Act (FBPA) of Georgia.  He discusses the FBPA, parole evidence and merger clauses discussed in the court’s opinion and future implications of the court’s holding.

The next article for presentation was authored by L. Andrew Immerman, Esq., and co-authored by Bryan N. Baird, student of Georgia State University College of Law.  This article discusses Georgia’s Limited Liability Company Act and its durability since its enactment 20 years ago.  The article discusses the changes the LLC Act has undergone, particularly a recent set of amendments, and what additional changes may be forthcoming.

The last segment for presentation was authored by Frank G. Goldman, Esq.  Mr. Goldman’s article discusses the impact e-discovery and its procedures have on closely-held businesses and their owners.  He focuses on Georgia law on the topic, including recent legislation that is being introduced in this session of the State Legislature, but also looks to the federal e-discovery rules and those found in other states.

To register early, click here. Please complete the form, select “Other” in the drop-down box, and type “Symposium” in the comment box. Registration should be completed by Wednesday, February 27th to be considered early. For the full program agenda, click here.