Steven W. Bender

Steven W. Bender is a Professor at Seattle University School of Law, focusing on social justice, immigration law, and critical legal studies. His interdisciplinary work bridges law, race, and policy, addressing systemic inequities in legal systems and education.

His research spans

• Immigration law and language rights
• Critical race theory and Latina/o legal advocacy
• Sustainable capitalism and Catholic social teaching
• Technology ethics and innovation policy
• Drug law reform and federalism

He has organized symposiums on Pope Francis’ teachings and led discussions on racial unrest in universities.

His recent articles examine post-SFFA diversity strategies, ABA curriculum standards, and technology’s impact on children. Though no formal awards are listed, his work is widely cited in fields like Law and Society and Religion Law.