Jessica Liat Lopez

Jessica Liat Lopez is an Assistant Teaching Professor of Legal Studies at Quinnipiac University, with over a decade of experience in criminal law, eviction defense, community lawyering, employment discrimination, and commercial litigation. She actively engages in trial advocacy, motion practice, and community-based legal workshops.

Education

• JD, Cornell University

Research Focus

Her expertise spans practical legal training and advocacy, particularly in:

• Public interest law and marginalized communities
• Legal education and writing
• Intersectional policy work in housing and criminal justice systems

Professional Highlights

• 2019 Cornell Law School Rising Star Award
• Admitted to practice law in New York and New Jersey
• Extensive clinical teaching experience, including Brooklyn Law School's Youth Defense & Re-Entry Clinic