Wade Davis

Wade Davis is an Associate Professor of Business Law in the Department of Accounting & Business Law at Minnesota State University, Mankato's College of Business. He teaches courses including Legal Environment of Business, Contracts, Employment Law, Environmental Law, and International Law, with a focus on practical legal applications in corporate settings.

• Educational Background: Juris Doctorate from University of Iowa, Master's of Arts from Arizona State University, and Bachelor's of Arts from California State University Sacramento.
• Professional Affiliations: Licensed Attorney in Minnesota’s State and Federal Courts, Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals, and Minnesota State Bar Examiners' Alternative to Pathways to Bar Admission Committee.

His research spans business law, trade secrets, copyright, and defamation, often using case studies to explore legal frameworks in corporate and digital contexts. Recent publications analyze fair use in digital media, corporate raiding in the tech industry, and trade secret protection strategies. Earlier works address employment law, environmental regulations, and contractual damages.

He has received recognition as a Visiting Scholar at Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences and was named "Minnesota Attorney of the Year" by Minnesota Lawyer. Active in community engagement, he serves as a Conciliation Court Referee for Blue Earth County and participates in the University Honors Council.