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Jared M. Trujillo is an Associate Professor of Law at the CUNY School of Law. He teaches Constitutional Law, legal writing, and courses focused on the criminal and juvenile legal systems. Previously, he served as Senior Policy Counsel at the New York Civil Liberties Union, President of the Association of Legal Aid Attorneys, and as a criminal defense attorney at the Legal Aid Society NYC. He also taught as an adjunct professor at Hofstra University School of Law from 2016 through 2021. CUNY School of Law - Associate Professor New York Civil Liberties Union - Senior Policy Counsel Legal Aid Society NYC - Juvenile Defense Attorney Hofstra University School of Law - Adjunct Professor His research and advocacy focus on sentencing reform , bail policy , solitary confinement , policing of LGBTQ+ communities , Communications Decency Act Section 230 , foster care , and decriminalization of sex work . His publications analyze legislative impacts, systemic inequalities, and policy advocacy within criminal and juvenile legal systems. Jared's recent law review article on sentencing reform (2023) explores multigenerational poverty reduction through legal system changes. His 2022-2023 essays address solitary confinement ethics, policing reform, and bail system critiques, reflecting ongoing engagement with media and policy debates.

• Constitutional Law
• Criminal Law
• Juvenile Legal Systems
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Patrick Metze is Professor of Law at Texas Tech University School of Law, where he has served since 2008. He initially joined as an adjunct professor teaching the criminal defense clinic in 2007 and became a full-time Associate Professor of Law and Director of the Criminal Defense Clinics in May 2008. He was promoted to Professor of Law with tenure in September 2012. Professor Metze has established several groundbreaking clinical programs including the Capital Punishment Clinic (2010), the Caprock Regional Public Defender Office and Clinic (2010) - the first full-time public defender office operated from within a law school, and the Texas Tech School of Law Innocence Clinic (2016). Professor Metze earned his B.A. from Texas Tech University in 1970 and his J.D. from the University of Houston in 1973. Before joining academia, he maintained a private law practice in Levelland and Lubbock, Texas for over 30 years, initially handling general practice including banking, collections, corporate law, and oil and gas matters, but shifting focus to criminal and family law following the 1986 oil industry collapse in West Texas. He was one of only 14 attorneys qualified for appointment as first chair in Capital Murder cases in the 9th Administrative Judicial Region. Professor Metze's research focuses on criminal law and procedure, with particular emphasis on capital punishment, innocence projects, and the school-to-prison pipeline. His publications reveal a consistent concern with constitutional protections, ethical obligations of courts and practitioners, and systemic reforms in criminal justice. His work spans both theoretical analysis of legal principles and practical guidance for criminal defense attorneys. Among his professional recognitions, Professor Metze is a Life Fellow of The Texas Bar Foundation and maintains membership in The Pro Bono College of the State of Texas. His presentations at numerous professional seminars demonstrate his active engagement with the criminal defense bar and commitment to advancing legal practice. Professor Metze has served on various committees including the Criminal Justice Council of the State Bar of Texas, the Advisory Committee to the Lubbock Special Needs Defenders Office, and as a former board member of the Lubbock Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (where he served as President) and the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.

• Criminal Law
• Capital Punishment
• Criminal Defense
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Dr. Auzeen Shariati is an Associate Professor and Director of Undergraduate Programs in the Department of Criminology, Law and Society at George Mason University. She holds a Ph.D. in Public Affairs and Criminal Justice from Florida International University (2017), an M.A. in Criminal Law and Criminology from Allameh Tabataba’I University (2010), and a B.A. in Judicial Law from the University of Tehran (2006). Prior to academia, she practiced as a defense attorney at the Iranian Bar Association. Her research focuses on environmental criminology, crime prevention, victimization, policing strategies, and comparative criminal justice systems. Key areas include pandemic impacts on domestic violence, school safety through Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED), and policy evaluation in criminal justice. She has published extensively in journals like American Journal of Criminal Justice , Journal of Family Violence , and Security Journal . Recent work examines how the Covid-19 pandemic and social upheavals like the murder of George Floyd influenced domestic violence reporting and victim experiences. Her studies combine quantitative and qualitative methods, emphasizing real-world policy implications. Dr. Shariati teaches courses such as Introduction to Criminology , Law and Justice Around the World , and Evaluation of Crime and Justice Policies . She actively presents at conferences like the American Society of Criminology and has contributed to public discourse on campus safety and criminal justice reform through media engagements.

• Environmental Criminology
• Crime Prevention
• Victimization Studies
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Jennifer D. Oliva is a Professor of Law at Indiana University Maurer School of Law where she holds the Val Nolan Faculty Fellow position. She maintains significant interdisciplinary affiliations as a Research Scholar at Georgetown University Law Center's O'Neill Institute for National & Global Health Law and as a Senior Scholar with the UCSF/UC Law Consortium on Law, Science & Health Policy. Her academic work bridges legal scholarship with practical health policy development, focusing on the intersection of constitutional protections, public health needs, and modern surveillance technologies. Professor Oliva's research interests center on health law, privacy law, and drug policy with particular expertise in prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs), health information privacy, and the legal dimensions of the opioid crisis. Her scholarship critically examines how law enforcement surveillance of prescription data impacts patient privacy rights, particularly for vulnerable populations including those with substance use disorders. She has developed significant expertise in how constitutional privacy protections apply to health data in the digital age, especially following the Supreme Court's decision in Carpenter v. United States. Her recent publications reveal a growing focus on algorithmic regulation in healthcare, examining how risk scoring systems and coverage algorithms can perpetuate health disparities. She has published extensively on the intersection of reproductive rights and health data privacy in the post-Dobbs landscape, analyzing how prescription monitoring systems could be weaponized against individuals seeking reproductive healthcare. Her work consistently connects doctrinal legal analysis with public health realities, advocating for evidence-based policy approaches that prioritize patient privacy and health equity over punitive enforcement. Dosing Discrimination: Regulating PDMP Risk Scores (2022) The "New" Drug War (2024) Prescription Drug Policing: The Right to Health Information Privacy Pre- and Post-Carpenter (2020) Opioid Multidistrict Litigation Secrecy (2019) Surveillance, Privacy, and App Tracking (2020) Professor Oliva actively engages with policymakers and has contributed to amicus briefs in significant cases including Ruan v. United States. Her scholarship has been cited in legal proceedings and she regularly presents at major academic conferences including the Association of American Law Schools Annual Meeting. She has collaborated with scholars across disciplines including public health researchers, medical ethicists, and data scientists to address complex challenges at the intersection of law, technology, and healthcare.

• Health Law
• Privacy Law
• Drug Policy
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Louis S. Rulli is the Shuster Practice Professor of Law and Director of the Civil Practice Clinic and Legislative Clinic at Penn Carey Law School, University of Pennsylvania. He is a leading expert in public interest law, clinical legal education, legislation, and civil asset forfeiture, with a strong commitment to access to justice for low-income individuals. His research focuses on civil forfeiture reform, legal ethics, and the rights of indigent clients. He has written extensively on how civil asset forfeiture disproportionately impacts marginalized communities and has advocated for legal reforms to protect innocent property owners. His work emphasizes the need for legal representation in civil proceedings and the expansion of pro bono services. The 15 most recent publications highlight a consistent scholarly focus on civil forfeiture, access to justice, legal ethics, and public interest lawyering. These works span law reviews, policy testimony, and public advocacy, reflecting a career dedicated to legal reform and clinical education. Key themes include the abuse of civil forfeiture, the need for counsel in civil cases, and systemic barriers to justice for the poor. University-wide Provost’s Award for Distinguished Teaching (2006) Penn Carey Law’s Beacon Award for exemplary faculty commitment to pro bono service (2012) Community Legal Services’ Champion of Justice Award (2012) Villanova University’s Praxis Award in Professional Ethics (2015) AALS Father Robert Drinan Award (2019) Pennsylvania Bar Foundation’s Lifetime Achievement Award Rulli has supervised numerous law students through clinical programs, training them to represent indigent clients in civil forfeiture and legislative advocacy. He has also advised on policy initiatives, served on judicial ethics committees, and contributed to legislative reform efforts. His leadership in legal services governance includes past roles with Community Legal Services, Philadelphia Legal Assistance, and the Women’s Law Project. He currently serves as Hearing Officer for the City of Philadelphia’s Board of Ethics and Access to Justice Advisor to the Philadelphia Bar Association. He has directed clinical programs at Penn Law for over two decades, overseeing student representation in civil forfeiture cases, which has been featured in national media such as The New Yorker . His work bridges legal scholarship, clinical teaching, and public policy, making a significant impact on both legal education and justice reform.

• Public Interest Law
• Civil Asset Forfeiture
• Access to Justice
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Prentice L. White is a Professor and the Associate Vice Chancellor for the Evening Division and Emerging Program at Southern University Law Center. A 1995 alumnus of SULC, he joined the faculty in 2001 after serving as an Assistant District Attorney and Senior Research Attorney, specializing in criminal appellate litigation. Education : B.A. from Xavier University of Louisiana (1991), MBA from University of New Orleans (2001), J.D. from Southern University Law Center (1995). Research interests span Criminal Law , Civil Procedure , Tort Law , and Legal Education , with a focus on Judicial Accountability , Domestic Violence Legislation , and Environmental Tort Law . His publications analyze legal reforms for domestic violence, judicial immunity, plea negotiations, and environmental liability. Notable trends in his articles include critiques of judicial discretion in criminal justice, advocacy for victim compensation in ecological disasters, and pedagogical approaches to legal education. His work bridges Legislative Analysis , Civil Rights , and Legal Ethics . Professional Background : He teaches courses such as Civil Law Property , Criminal Procedure , and Advanced Legal Writing , leveraging his experience in state and federal appellate courts.

• Criminal Law
• Civil Procedure
• Legal Writing
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Eric Y. Drogin is an Adjunct Professor and Honorary Professor with dual expertise in clinical psychology and law. He is affiliated with Harvard Medical School, serving on the staff of the Forensic Psychiatry Service at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and is involved in the Harvard Longwood Psychiatry Residency Training Program. He also teaches at the University of New Hampshire School of Law and lectures internationally at Prifysgol Aberystwyth (formerly University of Wales) in both Psychology and Law. His work integrates mental health and legal systems through research, education, and practice. Education: Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Clinical Psychology – Hahnemann University Juris Doctor (J.D.) – Villanova University School of Law Dr. Drogin's research interests center on the intersection of psychology, psychiatry, and law, particularly in forensic assessment, expert testimony, ethics, and mental disability law. His work emphasizes multidisciplinary approaches to legal and clinical challenges, supporting both mental health professionals and attorneys. He regularly presents continuing education seminars across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. His scholarly publications span criminal and civil law applications of psychological evidence, guardianship evaluation, forensic assessment standards, and the role of mental health professionals in court. These works reflect a consistent focus on improving legal processes through scientific rigor and ethical practice. Scientific Honors and Professional Recognition: Fellow of the American Psychological Association Fellow of the American Academy of Forensic Psychology Diplomate, American Board of Forensic Psychology Diplomate, American Board of Professional Psychology Life Fellow, American Bar Foundation Dr. Drogin has held leadership roles in major professional organizations, including President of the American Board of Forensic Psychology, Chair of APA committees on Legal Issues and Professional Practice, and Co-Chair of the ABA’s Behavioral & Neuroscience Law Committee. He serves as Editor-in-Chief of The Journal of Psychiatry & Law and has co-authored over 250 publications. While formal student advising is not detailed, his instructional roles in residency programs and trial workshops indicate active mentorship. He is a key figure in advancing forensic psychology through education, policy, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

• Forensic Psychology
• Psychiatry and Law
• Mental Health Law
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Robert A. Sanders is an Associate Professor in the National Security Department/Homeland Security within the Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice & Forensic Sciences at the University of New Haven. A retired U.S. Navy Judge Advocate General's Corps Captain, Dr. Sanders brings over two decades of experience in legal and national security matters to his academic role. Dr. Sanders holds an impressive educational background including an LP.D in Law and Policy from Northeastern University (2013), an LLM from the U.S. Army Judge Advocate General's School (1995), a JD from Catholic University's Columbus School of Law (1988), an MS in Strategic Intelligence from the National Intelligence University (2007), an MA in National Security and Strategic Studies from the U.S. Naval War College (2002), an MS in International Relations from Troy State University (1997), and a BS in Electrical Engineering from Northeastern University (1983). His research focuses on National Security, International Law, Law of Armed Conflict, Human Rights, African American/African Diaspora History, American History, Government/Political Affairs, Armed Conflict Analysis/History, and International Military Education and Training. Dr. Sanders frequently contributes expert commentary on national security matters to major media outlets including Fox News, NBC, CNN, and others, where he has provided analysis on topics ranging from the Israel-Hamas conflict to U.S. domestic security issues and international relations. His scholarly work demonstrates consistent engagement with critical international security challenges, particularly in the areas of territorial disputes, UN peacekeeping operations, comparative policing approaches between nations, and human rights frameworks. The publications reflect his expertise in translating complex legal and military concepts for broader audiences while maintaining academic rigor. Fellow (National Security), MIT Seminar XXI, 2010 Topical Research Intern (African-American Diaspora), DEOMI TRIP, 1999 Dr. Sanders has served in numerous significant roles including as a U.S. Naval War College Military Law and Operations Professor (2014-2019), Director of the U.S. Department of Defense's Defense Institute of International Legal Studies (2011-2014), and Commanding Officer of the U.S. Naval Legal Service Office. He has also served on the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island Board of Directors since September 2016 and previously served on the Rhode Island Black Heritage Society Board and the U.S. Secretary of Defense's Recovering, Wounded, Ill and Injured Members of the Armed Forces Task Force.

• National Security
• International Law
• Law of Armed Conflict
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Carlton E. Williams is an Clinical Associate Professor of Law at Cornell Law School , where he leads the Movement Lawyering Clinic . His career focuses on social justice advocacy, criminal defense, and civil rights, with extensive experience in racial justice and environmental legal support. He previously served as Executive Director of the Water Protector Legal Collective , defending Indigenous environmental justice efforts, and was a Givelber Distinguished Lecturer at Northeastern University School of Law. Education: Bachelor's degree from University of Rhode Island Juris Doctor from University of Wisconsin Law School Research interests emphasize movement lawyering , integrating legal strategies with grassroots activism to advance Black liberation, immigrant rights, LGBTQ equity, and Palestinian solidarity. His work includes legal defense for the Occupy Boston movement and advocacy in Law for Black Lives initiatives. Professional affiliations include the National Lawyers Guild (former MA board chair) and the Movement Lawyering Practicum program, where students support social justice organizations.

• Civil Rights Law
• Social Justice
• Criminal Law
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Matthew Freedman is the Dean’s Professor of Economics at the University of California, Irvine (UCI), and serves as Executive Director of the California Federal Statistical Research Data Center (FSRDC) and Chair of UCI’s School of Social Sciences Executive Committee. His research focuses on urban economics, public finance, labor economics, environmental economics, and the economics of crime. He earned his Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Maryland-College Park. His work examines topics such as transportation equity, place-based policies, criminal justice system efficiency, and the long-term impacts of historical industrial interventions. Notable contributions include experimental analyses of free public transit, the effects of housing policies on urban inequality, and the evaluation of tax incentives for economic development. He has authored over 40 peer-reviewed articles in top journals like the American Economic Journal, Journal of Urban Economics, and Review of Economics and Statistics. Freedman’s research often combines quasi-experimental and randomized controlled trial (RCT) methodologies, with a focus on policy-relevant questions. His current projects investigate rapid rental assistance programs, transportation subsidies, and the socioeconomic impacts of Opportunity Zones. He co-edits Regional Science and Urban Economics and collaborates with institutions like the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) and the Russell Sage Foundation.

• Urban Economics
• Public Finance
• Labor Economics
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Andrea Armstrong is the Dr. Norman C. Francis Distinguished Professor of Law at Loyola University New Orleans College of Law and a 2023 MacArthur Fellow. She joined the faculty in 2010 and is a leading expert on prison and jail conditions, certified by the U.S. Department of Justice as a Prison Rape Elimination Act auditor. J.D., Yale Law School, 2007 M.P.A., Princeton University School of Public and International Affairs, 2001 B.A., New York University, 1996 Her scholarship focuses on the constitutional dimensions of prisons and jails, particularly prison labor practices, the intersection of race and incarceration, public oversight of detention facilities, and healthcare disparities. She integrates law with history, public policy, and the arts to highlight the human costs of incarceration, advocating for systemic reforms through environmental justice and anti-discrimination frameworks. Andrea’s research includes 15 recent articles, spanning public health in prisons, constitutional challenges to labor practices, and environmental justice analyses of death row conditions. Her work emphasizes transparency, government accountability, and the systemic failures in carceral healthcare. Scientific Awards: 2023 MacArthur Fellow 2019 Interdisciplinary Research Leader, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Armstrong has testified before Congress on prison labor and deaths in custody, served on Louisiana legislative committees, and collaborated with museums and foundations to make incarceration law accessible. She founded IncarcerationTransparency.org and leads grant-funded projects requiring IRB approval.

• Civil Rights
• Criminal Justice
• Incarceration
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James J. Duane is a Professor at Regent Law School , part of Regent University. He has held visiting roles as Distinguished Visiting Professor at William and Mary Law School and served as a faculty associate at Harvard University’s Berkman Center for Internet and Society. His expertise spans Evidence Law, Civil Procedure, Trial Practice, and Appellate Advocacy, with over 30 scholarly articles and co-authorship of Weissenberger’s Federal Evidence . He has been recognized with multiple teaching and scholarship awards, including the Regent Faculty Excellence Awards and the Distinguished Faculty Achievement Award from Virginia’s Higher Education Council. Duane holds a J.D. cum laude from Harvard Law School and an A.B. magna cum laude from Harvard College, where he was elected to Phi Beta Kappa. His research focuses on evidentiary rules, procedural law, and legal advocacy. He has lectured nationally on topics such as hearsay exceptions, jury instructions, and constitutional rights, and has testified before the U.S. Judicial Conference’s Advisory Committee on Evidence Rules. His public advocacy includes a widely viewed YouTube talk advising against police interrogations for innocent suspects. Duane is also a contributing editor to Black’s Law Dictionary and teaches at the National Trial Advocacy College and National Litigation Academy. Key professional milestones include serving as trial counsel in Schenck v. Pro-Choice Network (1997 Supreme Court case) and clerking for federal judges. He is admitted to practice in New York and Virginia, and maintains active roles in legal associations like the Virginia Bar Association. His awards reflect sustained excellence in teaching, scholarship, and contributions to legal education.

• Evidence Law
• Civil Procedure
• Trial Advocacy
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Douglas C. Ligor is a Professor of Policy Analysis at the RAND School of Public Policy and Director of the Management, Technology, and Capabilities Program at RAND's Homeland Security Research Division. He holds dual roles as a Senior Behavioral Scientist and academic researcher, specializing in homeland/national security law, immigration policy, space governance, and international legal frameworks. Education: J.D. from University of Connecticut School of Law (2000s) and B.S. in Economics from U.S. Military Academy at West Point (1990s). Prior to RAND, he served in federal legal roles including Deputy Chief Counsel at USCIS and Assistant District Counsel at DOJ/ICE. Research focuses on border security, asylum processing, outer space regulation, and federal-state-local coordination. His work frequently addresses intersections between statutory compliance and operational realities in domains like immigration enforcement and space traffic management. Notable contributions include policy analyses on Title 42 immigration restrictions, ISIS prisoner management in Syria, and frameworks for international space traffic governance. He regularly engages in public commentary through podcasts and op-eds on topics like U.S. border policy and emerging space law challenges.

• Homeland Security Law
• Immigration Policy
• Border Security
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Christina H. Lee is a Lecturer at the University of California, Berkeley, specializing in immigration law and legal advocacy for marginalized communities. She serves as a Managing Attorney at Immigrant Legal Defense (ILD) and provides pro bono representation through the National Center for Lesbian Rights (NCLR) and other organizations. Education: B.A. in Economics from Barnard College; J.D. from UC Davis School of Law Awards: Northern California Super Lawyer (2021-2023) Her work focuses on asylum cases, employment- and family-based immigration, naturalization, and representing victims of abuse and human trafficking. She also mentors attorneys in immigrant-serving organizations and advocates for immigration system reform. Professional Affiliations: Member of California State Bar, EOIR Co-Liaison to San Francisco Immigration Court (AILA), Consultant for criminal defense attorneys on immigration consequences (Padilla Panel).

• Immigration Law
• Legal Advocacy
• Human Rights
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Christian B. Teeter holds the rank of Adjunct Professor at the University of West Los Angeles, teaching part-time while maintaining private sector roles as a financial controller and HR director. His academic career includes prior positions at UC Berkeley Graduate School of Education, California State University, and Golden Gate University. Education: Earned B.A. in History (Phi Beta Kappa) from Colgate University, followed by M.B.A. and Ed.D. degrees from the University of Southern California. Research focuses on liberal arts education's relevance, workforce development strategies, and professional network dynamics in academia. Key themes include crisis responses in education systems, social capital formation among marginalized populations, and institutional branding in higher education. Publications span over a decade, with recent work analyzing pandemic impacts on food insecurity and longstanding contributions to incarcerated education access. His scholarship bridges educational theory with practical workforce development challenges.

• Liberal Arts Education
• Workforce Development
• Professional Networks
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