Scott L. Scher

Scott L. Scher is an Adjunct Professor at the George Mason School of Law, specializing in teaching Virginia Criminal Law. He holds a B.A. in Political Science from George Washington University (1997) and a J.D. from George Mason University School of Law (2009). During law school, he was actively involved with organizations such as the Jewish Law Students Association and the Student Bar Association, serving as editor-in-chief of the law school paper. He has served as a magistrate at the Arlington office since June 2010. His research interests include technology policy, legal education, and criminology, reflected in his publications on IoT challenges and book reviews analyzing societal impacts of technology. He maintains a strong connection to his community through activities like reading to his daughter and participating in fantasy sports.

Education Background:

• B.A. in Political Science, George Washington University (1997)
• J.D., George Mason University School of Law (2009)

Research Interests: Focuses on intersections between technology and law, with recent work addressing IoT governance and ethical implications of data-driven systems. His book review of The Circle critiques modern surveillance culture through a legal lens.

Professional Roles: Combines legal education with public service as a magistrate, demonstrating expertise in both theoretical and applied legal contexts.