Deborah S. O'Malley

Deborah S. O'Malley is an Associate Professor of Legal Analysis, Research, and Communications at Saint Louis University School of Law. She joined SLU in 2022 after serving on the faculty of Syracuse University College of Law, where she taught legal research and writing to J.D. and LL.M. students and administered the externship program. Her administrative roles at Syracuse included Director of Student Affairs, Director of LL.M. Student Support, and Director of Professional Development. Prior to academia, she practiced corporate and real estate law with firms in New York and Idaho.

Dr. O’Malley holds a J.D. from American University Washington College of Law and a B.A. from Iowa State University. Her professional focus spans legal pedagogy, student development, and bridging practical legal skills with academic training.

Her career highlights include over a decade in legal education, administrative leadership in law school operations, and direct legal practice experience. Though no specific awards are listed, her roles reflect sustained contributions to legal education and student support systems.

Her curriculum vitae is available for review, detailing her teaching, administrative, and professional achievements.