Adam Cowing

Adam Cowing is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Law at the University of California, Irvine School of Law, where he teaches in the Community and Economic Development Clinic. His work focuses on affordable housing law, community development, and racial equity in housing policy. Prior to UCI, he taught at Yale Law School and practiced at Bocarsly Emden Cowan Esmail & Arndt LLP, specializing in affordable housing law.

• Education: J.D. (2010) from University of Michigan Law School; M.P.P. (2008) from Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy; B.A. (2001) from Bowdoin College

His research addresses systemic barriers in housing markets, including racial segregation and tenant rights. Recent publications analyze equity in housing ownership and the intersection of race and housing valuation. He has spoken at conferences on clinical approaches to housing crises. Advising and grants: His clinical work directly involves students in advocacy for low-income tenants and community development projects. He leads the Community and Economic Development Clinic, collaborating with local organizations to advance housing justice.