William Snowden

William Snowden is an Assistant Professor of Law at Loyola University New Orleans College of Law. He joined the faculty in 2023 after serving as the Louisiana Director of the Vera Institute of Justice and working as a public defender in New Orleans. His teaching focuses on Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, and Trial Skills. He founded The Juror Project, a legal initiative featured in media outlets such as WWLTV.

• Educational Background:
  • J.D. from Seton Hall University School of Law (2013)
  • B.S. from University of Minnesota (2007)

Professor Snowden's research centers on criminal justice reform, race and implicit bias in legal systems, and prosecutorial accountability. His work bridges legal scholarship with public policy analysis, emphasizing equity in criminal justice processes.

His publications highlight systemic critiques of prosecution practices and localized legal system dynamics. Articles include explorations of progressive prosecution frameworks and case studies of regional criminal legal systems.

• Scientific Awards:
  • Nation's Best Advocate award (National Bar Association)
  • Camille F. Gravel Public Service Awardee (New Orleans Federal Bar Association)

He has been featured in media discussions on legal policy, including analyses of homeless sweeps and district attorney practices in New Orleans. His advocacy and scholarship contribute to national dialogues on criminal justice reform and social equity.