Eric Merriam

Eric Merriam is an Associate Professor at the University of Central Florida (UCF), holding a joint appointment in the School of Politics, Security, and International Affairs (College of Sciences) and the Legal Studies Department (College of Community Innovation and Education). He also serves as an appellate military judge on the Air Force Court of Criminal Appeals. His academic career includes prior roles as an Assistant Professor at the United States Air Force Academy and legal practice as a judge advocate in the U.S. Air Force and at K&L Gates LLP.

Dr. Merriam earned his J.D. from the University of Virginia School of Law.

His research focuses on national security law, constitutional law, and military law, particularly addressing constitutional issues impacting military operations, service members, and veterans. He has published extensively on topics such as martial law, transgender service bans, veterans’ rights, and historical military jurisprudence during World War II and the Cold War.

His scholarly work includes co-authoring major texts like Crimes Against the State (2024) and National Security Law (2020), alongside numerous articles in prestigious law reviews. His recent publications often analyze military justice cases (e.g., United States v. Taylor, 2024) and historical legal precedents, reflecting his dual expertise in academic and judicial contexts.

He has received the Outstanding Academy Educator Award and the Thomas P. Keenan, Jr. Award for contributions to military operations law.

In advising and grants, he has served as a legal advisor to NATO and has authored three books. No specific grants are mentioned in the provided text.

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