Khalida Jackson

Khalida Jackson is a Clinical Professor and Director of the Pardon, Clemency & Reentry Clinic at Cleveland State University School of Law. She leads students in representing clients navigating post-conviction challenges, including eligibility for pardons and reentry support. Her clinic partners with the Ohio Governor's Expedited Pardon Project, providing direct application assistance and bypassing waitlists for qualifying applicants.

• Education:
• B.A. in English, The Ohio State University (2008)
• J.D., Wayne State University Law School (2011)

Her research and advocacy focus on dismantling systemic barriers for individuals with criminal records, emphasizing clemency, reintegration, and community-based legal support. The clinic’s outreach programs prioritize marginalized populations affected by collateral consequences of convictions.

No notable scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the text. She teaches The Pardon, Clemency and Reentry Clinic, blending legal practice with academic mentorship.