Tim Duff

Tim Duff serves as a Lecturer in the Law department at Bentley University, bringing 27 years of legal practice experience to his academic role after transitioning from private practice in Spring 2017. He previously taught at Case Western Reserve University School of Law and Suffolk University Law School, specializing in practical legal education.

Education:

• JD from Case Western Reserve University School of Law
• BA from Denison University

His research and teaching focus on Business Law and Legal Writing, with significant emphasis on Appellate Practice techniques and Experiential Learning methodologies. Professor Duff's scholarship explores the pedagogy of legal education and practical skill development for law students.

With extensive professional background as an appellate clerk and partner at both large firms and boutique land-use litigation practices, he integrates real-world legal strategy into classroom instruction. His teaching portfolio includes legal practice skills development and mentoring through simulated appellate proceedings.