Adam Sokoloff

Adam Sokoloff is a Clinical Professor and Supervising Attorney at the University of Kansas School of Law, serving since May 2022. He leads the Paul E. Wilson Project for Innocence and Post-Conviction Remedies, where he supervises student casework and co-teaches the clinic's classroom component. Additionally, he instructs courses in Trial Advocacy, Mock Trial Competition, and Mock Trial Council.

Education:

• J.D., University of Kansas School of Law, 2016
• B.A. in Philosophy, University of Missouri-Kansas City, 2006

Professional Background: Prior to KU Law, Sokoloff practiced criminal defense at The Sokoloff Law Firm and served as an Assistant District Attorney in Wyandotte County. His expertise spans criminal defense, post-conviction litigation, and appellate advocacy.

Research & Teaching: Sokoloff focuses on innocence projects, wrongful conviction prevention, and clinical legal education. His work emphasizes systemic reforms in criminal justice through appellate and post-conviction litigation.

Labs/Teams: Directly oversees the Paul E. Wilson Project for Innocence, a law clinic representing state and federal prisoners in litigation efforts.