Gain hands-on, practical experience and give a voice to the voiceless in one of Mercer Law School’s clinics.
Habeas Project – work on pro se cases pending before the Georgia Supreme Court to represent people wrongfully imprisoned. Founded in 2006, the Habeas Project is the only program in Georgia to handle non-capital, post-conviction cases on a strictly pro-bono basis.
Domestic Violence Clinic – students represent victims in Temporary Protective Orders. Under the supervision of faculty, students are responsible for all aspects of trial preparation litigation and work directly with a local domestic violence shelter.
Low Income Tax Clinic – represent clients in controversies with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Under faculty supervision, students interview and counsel clients, conduct necessary investigations, and ultimately negotiate agreements with the IRS.