Krista Larsen

Krista Larsen is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Northeastern University. She joined the university as an adjunct professor in 2007 and transitioned to her current role as a full-time faculty member. Her teaching focuses on constitutional law, particularly the Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Amendments, and she has received multiple teaching awards, including the CJ Robert Sheehan Award and the Outstanding Teaching Award in the Part-time category.

• Education: JD from Suffolk University Law School

Her research and teaching interests revolve around the U.S. criminal justice system, courtroom processes, and constitutional rights. As a practicing criminal defense attorney, she brings real-world legal expertise to her courses such as Courts and Sentencing, Criminal Due Process, and Introduction to Criminal Justice. She has been recognized for her academic contributions, including being named a Massachusetts Super Lawyer in 2005.

Scientific Awards:

• Outstanding Teaching Award in the Part-time category (2016)
• CJ Robert Sheehan Award for excellence in teaching (2013, 2016, 2017)
• Massachusetts Super Lawyer (2005)