John W. Teeter Jr.

John W. Teeter Jr. is a Professor of Law at St. Mary’s University School of Law. He previously practiced commercial litigation in Honolulu and labor/employment law in Boston, and taught at Oklahoma City University School of Law (1988) and St. Mary’s since 1991. His research focuses on labor law, Buddhist philosophy’s application to legal education, and pedagogical innovation. He is celebrated for accessibility and teaching excellence, having received multiple awards including 'Most Influential Professor' (2008) and multiple Student Bar Association recognitions.

Education: J.D., magna cum laude from Harvard University (1985); B.A. from University of Illinois at Chicago (1982). Licensed to practice in Massachusetts and Hawaii. Courses taught include Administrative Law, Criminal Law, Labor Law, and Torts.

Teeter’s scholarship bridges legal theory and practice, blending traditional jurisprudence with Buddhist ethical frameworks. His articles explore labor rights, legal pedagogy, and moral dimensions of law. Over 15 publications span law reviews and book reviews, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches.

Teeter’s career highlights include lectures in Austria and China, and consistent recognition for teaching excellence. His work emphasizes making law education transformative and accessible, leveraging Eastern philosophies to enhance Western legal education.