Luis Fuentes-Rohwer

Luis Fuentes-Rohwer serves as Associate Dean for Research and Faculty Affairs, Professor of Law, and Class of 1950 Herman B Wells Endowed Professor at the Indiana University Maurer School of Law. He joined the faculty in 2002 and maintains an active scholarly profile with numerous publications focusing on constitutional law and voting rights.

His educational background includes a B.A. (1989), J.D. (1997), and Ph.D. (2001) from the University of Michigan, as well as an LL.M. (2002) from Georgetown University School of Law.

Fuentes-Rohwer's research centers on civil rights and legal history, with particular emphasis on constitutional law and the Reconstruction Era. His scholarship explores the intersection of race and democratic theory, especially as reflected in the law of democracy and the Voting Rights Act. He investigates how institutions—particularly courts—shape and implement the ground rules of American politics. His work frequently examines judicial legitimacy, voting rights, and racial representation through both historical and contemporary lenses.

Analysis of his publication record reveals a consistent scholarly trajectory focused on voting rights jurisprudence, with increasing attention to racial justice frameworks in recent years. His work demonstrates deep engagement with constitutional interpretation, federalism issues, and the evolving jurisprudence surrounding the Voting Rights Act.

• Class of 1950 Herman B Wells Endowed Professor

Fuentes-Rohwer teaches Civil Procedure I, Civil Procedure II, The Legal Profession, Seminar in Voting Rights, and Legal Process. He serves as Chair of the Indiana University Latino Faculty and Staff Council and previously served as Recorder for the Ethics 2000 Committee of the Indiana State Bar Association. His professional activities include being a Fellow at Georgetown University Law Center.

His scholarly collaborations, particularly with Guy-Uriel E. Charles, represent a significant portion of his output and demonstrate sustained engagement with critical issues in election law and constitutional interpretation.