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• Civil Rights
• First Amendment
• Lawyering
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Claudia Angelos is a Clinical Professor of Law and Externship Director at New York University School of Law. She directs the Civil Rights Clinic, Racial Justice Clinic, and New York Civil Liberties Clinic. Over 20 years at NYU Law, she and her students have litigated over 100 civil rights cases in federal courts. She is an honors graduate of Radcliffe College (BA, 1971) and Harvard Law School (JD, 1974), and a Phi Beta Kappa member. She serves as general counsel for the New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU), board member of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), and chairs Prisoners’ Legal Services of New York and the Society of American Law Teachers. Her research focuses on prisoners’ rights, civil rights litigation, First Amendment issues, and legal education reform. She frequently speaks on topics including legal ethics, trial practice, and clinical pedagogy. Her notable award includes the 2015 national Outstanding Advocate for Clinical Legal Education honor. Affiliations: NYU School of Law, NYCLU, ACLU, Prisoners’ Legal Services of New York Key Roles: Externship Director, Clinical Program Director, Board Leadership Grants/Projects: Extensive litigation funding via clinic programs Her teaching emphasizes practical lawyering skills through hybrid clinic models that integrate classroom instruction with real-world client representation. She has pioneered innovative educational frameworks for clinical legal training.

• Education Law
• Civil Rights
• Race and Public Policy
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Erika K. Wilson is a Professor of Law at New York University School of Law, directing the Critical Lawyering Civil Rights Clinic. Her work focuses on advancing innovative litigation strategies to combat racial and social inequality through education law and policy. She holds a JD from UCLA (2003) and BS in Public Policy from USC (2000, cum laude). Her research examines intersections of race, state/local governance, and educational disparities, with publications in top journals including Harvard Law Review and Columbia Law Review . Prior roles include the Wade Edwards Distinguished Scholar at UNC Law and legal advocacy with the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights. She previously practiced complex litigation at Arnold & Porter LLP. Wilson teaches advanced clinical courses in critical race lawyering and civil rights advocacy. Her scholarship emphasizes systemic analysis of educational inequities and legal mechanisms to promote equity in urban communities.

Steven J. HeymanView profile

Professor

• Constitutional Law
• First Amendment
• Legal Philosophy
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Steven J. Heyman is a Professor of Law at Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology. He specializes in Constitutional Law, the First Amendment, and Legal Philosophy. He has been a visiting professor at the University of Colorado, Vanderbilt, and Indiana University. Heyman holds a J.D. from Harvard Law School and an A.B. from Harvard College. He is a leading scholar on freedom of expression, religious liberty, and constitutional jurisprudence. His research explores foundational issues in the First Amendment, including hate speech, religious freedom, and the interplay between legal philosophy and constitutional interpretation. Recent work focuses on natural rights theory, John Locke’s influence on American religious liberty, and conflicts between religious freedom and civil rights. He has authored influential books like Free Speech and Human Dignity (2008) and edited Hate Speech and the Constitution (1996). Heyman received the 2016 Award for Excellence in Teaching and serves on the Board of Advisors for the American Constitution Society. His articles address topics ranging from funeral picketing to the Second Amendment’s meaning, reflecting his broad engagement with constitutional law’s core principles.

Randy DryerView profile

Lecturer

• Media Law
• Litigation
• Privacy
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Randy Dryer is a Professor of Law (Lecturer) at the S.J. Quinney College of Law and Presidential Honors Professor in the Honors College at the University of Utah. He holds a BS in Communications/Journalism (1972) and JD (1976) from the University of Utah. His expertise spans media law, privacy, and litigation, with notable recognition including the 2024 Distinguished Faculty Service Award and 2021 University Distinguished Teaching Award. Teaching focuses on pretrial practice, judicial process, and social media law. He has served on the University of Utah Board of Trustees for 17 years and currently chairs the Salt Lake Tribune Board of Directors. His leadership roles include the Salt Lake Olympic Committee and Utah Sports Authority. Personal interests include yoga, biking, and hiking. Education: BS (1972) & JD (1976), University of Utah Research interests emphasize media law’s intersection with modern communication challenges, privacy rights, and First Amendment litigation. Recent articles highlight his institutional service contributions and pedagogical innovations. Awards: Over 20 honors, including national recognitions from Best Lawyers, Super Lawyers, and Daniels Fund. Advising and grants: Extensive leadership in academic and community initiatives, though specific student advising records are not detailed here. Active in pro bono initiatives through Utah Law’s programs.

Ian DrakeView profile

Associate Professor

• American Legal History
• Constitutional History
• Political Theory
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Ian Drake is an Associate Professor of Political Science and Law at Montclair State University's College of Humanities and Social Sciences. He holds a B.A. in History from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, a J.D. from the University of Richmond School of Law, and a Ph.D. in History from the University of Maryland at College Park. His research focuses on American legal and political history, constitutional law, and environmental law, with recent work examining animal protection laws, First Amendment rights, and the intersection of tort law and political economy. Teaching Areas: American judiciary, Supreme Court history, law and society, political theory Research Interests: Constitutional history, tort law evolution, environmental law, and legal historiography His scholarship spans interdisciplinary topics such as the historical failure of federalizing tort law, the electoral college's constitutional constraints, and the ethical dimensions of animal agriculture regulation. His op-eds and articles frequently bridge historical analysis with contemporary legal debates. Dr. Drake has published in venues including Publius: The Journal of Federalism , ISLE: Interdisciplinary Studies in Literature and Environment , and the Albany Times Union . He has also contributed to podcast discussions on constitutional history and legal theory. His current projects include research on ag-gag laws' legal tensions and the historical roots of American private law systems.

Frank Del FaveroView profile

Professor

• Educational Leadership
• Data Analysis
• Root Cause Analysis
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Dr. Frank Del Favero is a Professor and Graduate Coordinator for the Master's Degree Program in Educational Leadership in the Department of Educational Foundations & Leadership at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, College of Education & Human Development. His work integrates academic theory with practical K–12 leadership experience. His research focuses on educational leadership , data analysis , root cause analysis , and school improvement . He emphasizes the use of data to inform instructional strategies and assessment practices, promoting evidence-based decision-making in schools. Dr. Del Favero has contributed significantly through publications in peer-reviewed journals and as editor of influential books such as Instructional Leadership Knowledge and Skills for K-12 Success (2019) and Organizational Leadership Knowledge and Skills for K-12 Success (2021). His research spans topics including formative assessment, technology integration, educational law, and international accountability systems. Florence Mauboules/BORSF Endowed Professorship in Education He mentors students in research related to educational leadership and school improvement. Though specific grants are not listed, his endowed professorship indicates sustained research support. He teaches courses such as EDLD 501: Using Data to Effect Change and advises on curriculum development and leadership training. Dr. Del Favero is actively involved in academic service and leadership development through his publications, editorial work, and coordination of graduate programs, contributing to both national and international discourse on effective educational leadership.

Erik NielsonView profile

Associate Professor

• African American Literature
• Hip Hop Culture
• Rap Music and Law
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Erik Nielson is Associate Professor of Liberal Arts at the University of Richmond, where he teaches African American literature, composition, Latin American literature in translation, rap music, and Shakespeare. He is a leading scholar on hip hop culture and its intersection with law, race, and free speech. B.A., University of Virginia (1998), Echols Interdisciplinary Major M.A., University College London, University of London (2001), English Ph.D., University of Sheffield (2011), English His research centers on African American literature and hip hop, with a strong focus on how rap lyrics are misused in criminal trials. He frequently serves as an expert witness and has contributed to landmark legal briefs, including in Elonis v. U.S. and the Taylor Bell case. His work explores how racial bias influences the interpretation of artistic expression in courtrooms. The 15 most recent publications reflect a consistent engagement with law, race, and music. They span legal analysis, cultural criticism, and interdisciplinary scholarship, often co-authored with legal experts and artists. The dominant themes include the criminalization of Black art, free speech protections, and the socio-political role of hip hop in America. Erik Nielson has received no formal scientific awards listed in the text, but his work has been endorsed by prominent scholars and activists such as Michelle Alexander, Michael Eric Dyson, and Killer Mike. He has advised several undergraduate research teams, including students Lisa Cheney, Tracy Ellerman, Zach Grossfeld, Dean Liverman, and Laini Marshall, who contributed to data collection on rap prosecution cases. He has secured research support through university programs and collaborates with scholars like Andrea Dennis and Travis Gosa. His projects often involve public engagement, op-eds, and media appearances to broaden impact. Nielson co-founded and leads a student research initiative on rap and the legal system, and he co-taught a course with Richmond hip hop artist Mad Skillz as part of the Artist-in-Residence program at the School of Professional and Continuing Studies.

Ava Thomas WrightView profile

Assistant Professor

• AI and Information Ethics
• Ethics
• Social and Political Philosophy
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Ava Thomas Wright serves as an Assistant Professor in the Philosophy Department at California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly), with additional affiliation in the Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (CSSE). She is an active member of Cal Poly's Ethics + Emerging Sciences Group, which focuses on the implications of emerging technologies. Her work bridges philosophical inquiry with practical applications in artificial intelligence and ethics. Education: Ph.D., Philosophy, University of Georgia M.S., Artificial Intelligence, University of Georgia M.A., Philosophy, Georgia State University J.D. cum laude, Georgia State University B.A., Philosophy and Psychology, Rice University Professor Wright specializes in the intersection of AI ethics, Kantian philosophy, and social/political philosophy. Her research demonstrates a consistent focus on developing ethical frameworks for emerging technologies, particularly artificial intelligence systems. She examines how classical philosophical traditions, especially Kantian ethics, can inform contemporary debates about machine ethics, human-centered AI design, and the social implications of technological advancement. Her work uniquely combines technical understanding of AI with deep philosophical analysis. Her publications from 2021-2025 reveal a clear trajectory toward establishing robust ethical foundations for AI development, with increasing emphasis on practical implementation. Wright's scholarship bridges continental philosophy (particularly Kant) with analytical approaches to machine ethics, creating a distinctive interdisciplinary perspective. She has made significant contributions to understanding how deontic logic can be applied to programming ethical machines and how Aristotelian virtue ethics might complement rule-based approaches to AI alignment. Professor Wright is actively engaged in the academic community through numerous professional affiliations including the Association for the Advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AAAI), American Philosophical Association, Association for Computing Machinery (ACM), International Association of Computing and Philosophy (IACAP), International Association for Safe and Ethical AI (IASEAI), International Society for Ethics and Information Technology (INSEIT), and the North American Kant Society. Her teaching portfolio includes courses on Ethics, Science and Technology; Political Philosophy; Philosophy of Law; and Philosophical Writing and Research, reflecting her interdisciplinary approach. She is affiliated with Cal Poly's Ethics + Emerging Sciences Group and contributes to the university's Religious Studies program, demonstrating her commitment to interdisciplinary scholarship that addresses complex ethical questions at the intersection of technology, law, and society.

• Corporate Law
• Constitutional Law
• Democratic Theory
• +12 more

Daniel J.H. Greenwood is Professor of Law at the Maurice A. Deane School of Law, Hofstra University. He previously served as the S.J. Quinney Professor of Law at the University of Utah’s S.J. Quinney College of Law. He holds a JD from Yale Law School and an AB magna cum laude from Harvard University, with additional graduate studies in political science at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. His research centers on corporate law, democratic theory, and the rights of artificial and natural groups. He explores the tension between individual rights and group identity, particularly in the context of corporate personhood, shareholder rights, and minority religious freedoms. His work critically examines the role of corporations in democratic society, the legitimacy of corporate law, and the ethical dimensions of corporate behavior. His recent publications span topics such as corporate misbehavior (e.g., Enron), shareholder entitlements, constitutional limitations on corporate speech, and the intersection of Jewish law with modern legal theory. The articles reflect a deep engagement with both doctrinal analysis and philosophical inquiry, often drawing from political theory, ethics, and religious traditions to challenge conventional legal frameworks. Professor Greenwood has contributed to prominent legal journals including the Yale Law and Policy Review , University of Missouri-Kansas City Law Review , Brooklyn Law Review , and Utah Law Review . He has authored amicus briefs for the U.S. Supreme Court and published opinion pieces in the New York Times and Salt Lake Tribune , demonstrating a commitment to public legal discourse. He teaches Corporate Finance, Business Organizations, and Torts, and has taught Constitutional Law II, Commercial Law, and seminars on Jewish law, corporate ethics, and the Federalist Papers. He has advised students through seminar supervision and curriculum development, though specific advisees are not listed. His work reflects sustained engagement with legal reform, academic freedom, and constitutional rights. He is affiliated with scholarly and public interest initiatives such as ReclaimDemocracy.org and has contributed to interdisciplinary forums on evil, restorative justice, and constitutionalism. His lectures and essays often bridge legal scholarship with ethical and spiritual reflection.

Ann FenechView profile

Lecturer

• Maritime Law
• International Maritime Legislation
• Marine Litigation
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Dr. Ann Fenech is the current President of the Comité Maritime International (CMI) since 2022, following her tenure as Vice President from 2018. She leads the marine litigation department at Fenech & Fenech Advocates and served as its Managing Partner from 2008 to 2020. A资深 maritime legal expert with 36 years of experience, she qualified in 1986 and has held roles at global firms like Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) in London and Chaffe McCall in New Orleans before establishing Malta’s first dedicated marine litigation practice in 1992. She lectures on maritime law at the University of Malta and the International Maritime Law Institute (IMLI), and has contributed to drafting key shipping laws, including amendments to Malta’s Merchant Shipping Act and civil procedure rules. Dr. Fenech is a former President of the Malta Maritime Law Association, a founding member of the Malta Maritime Forum, and has served on the board of the European Maritime Law Organisation since 2008. Her leadership in international projects includes co-chairing CMI’s working group on judicial sales of ships, culminating in the 2022 Draft Convention approved by UNCITRAL. Her recent research focuses on emerging technologies in maritime transport, regulatory frameworks for autonomous ships, and social aspects of industry transformation.

Sam EhrlichView profile

Assistant Professor

• Sports Labor Relations
• Legal Governance of Sports Leagues
• Antitrust Law
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Sam Ehrlich, JD/PhD, is an Assistant Professor of Legal Studies at the Department of Management, Boise State University College of Business of Economics. He concurrently serves as Adjunct Faculty at Thomas Jefferson School of Law (TJSL), where he teaches sport law courses and sits on the National Sports Law Negotiation Competition board. His research centers on sports labor relations, antitrust exemptions in sports leagues, athlete fairness, and tort liability in overseeing athletic organizations. Education: Ph.D., Florida State University (Sport Management, 2020) J.D., Thomas Jefferson School of Law (2014) B.S., University of Massachusetts (Sport Management, 2011) His work critiques NCAA policies, NIL regulations, and the legal frameworks governing athlete compensation. Recent publications highlight risks of antitrust immunities without labor protections, constitutional issues in college sports governance, and First Amendment challenges to NIL restrictions. Professional Background: Before academia, Ehrlich worked as a legal consultant for sports agents and held roles at World Sports Agency/International Law Group. He has authored over 30 articles, focusing on NCAA antitrust cases, athlete unionization, and sports governance reforms.

Ashley S. LipsonView profile

Professor

• Legal Education
• Law and Technology
• Evidence Law
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Ashley S. Lipson is a Professor of Law at the University of La Verne’s College of Law and Public Service since 1998. He specializes in legal education innovation, evidence law, and technology integration in legal practice. He created groundbreaking courses like Videogame Law and Mathematics, Physics, & Finance for Lawyers , and authored over 80 articles and nine books, including the bestselling Guerrilla Discovery and the CLE-accredited Objection! lawyer videogame series. Education: B.A. Telecommunications, Michigan State University J.D. St. John’s University School of Law M.A. Mathematics, Wayne State University LL.M. Taxation, Wayne State University Law School Two Associate Degrees in Computer Science, Oakland Community College Post-degree Physics studies at University of Michigan Research Interests: Legal technology, evidence law, videogame law, interdisciplinary legal education, and distance learning. His work Objection! became the first videogame to receive nationwide CLE accreditation. He also pioneered digital document systems for law offices, including the Lawyer’s Comprehensive Computer Document System . Publications: Over 80 articles and books spanning evidence, taxation, and legal technology. Recent works focus on predictive coding, mobile learning, and videogame-based legal training. His Mathematics, Physics and Finance for the Legal Profession challenges traditional law school curricula. Awards: Honors include the Lawyers Cooperative Publishing Award, Beverly Hills Bar Association’s Order of Distinguished Attorneys, and recognition for pioneering work in legal education and technology. He is a member of Intertel, LIM, and the Motion Picture and Television Fund Foundation. Teaching & Innovation: Teaches 14 standard law courses plus unique electives. Advocated for distance learning modernization, leveraging his background in broadcasting and computer science. Authored casebooks for Videogame Law and Mathematics for Lawyers . Labs/Teams: Developed the SivPro! interactive learning suite for civil procedure and the Direct Reference Form Filing System . His software solutions are used in law schools, firms, and governmental agencies.

Michael IngramView profile

Professor

• Debate and forensics
• Communication ethics
• First Amendment
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Michael Ingram is a Professor and Director of Forensics in the Communication Studies department at Whitworth University, serving since 1988. He also co-coaches the Ethics Bowl team. His expertise spans debate, communication ethics, First Amendment issues, and parliamentary procedure. Ingram has guided teams to national recognition in tournaments like the National Christian College Forensics Association and International Public Debate Association, including multiple national championships. He has held leadership roles such as President of the Northwest Forensics Conference (2020–2022), Editor of the Journal of the International Public Debate Association (2020–present), and chaired steering committees for the Northwest Regional Ethics Bowl. Education: Ph.D., M.A., Ohio University M.A. in Interpersonal Communication, Ohio University B.A., Carson-Newman College His research emphasizes debate ethics and pedagogy. He has presented at conferences including the National Communication Association and published on topics like topic disclosure in debate and intellectual virtues in academic forensics. Ingram has also served as Department Chair, Associate Provost for Faculty Development, and preached as a licensed Baptist minister. Labs/Teams: Whitworth Forensics Team, Ethics Bowl Team.

Julia StronksView profile

Professor

• Constitutional Law
• Religion and Politics
• Gender and Public Policy
• +3 more

Julia Stronks serves as Interim Dean of the School of Education at Whitworth University, where she has been faculty since 1994. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Maryland, J.D. from the University of Iowa College of Law, and B.A. from Dordt College. Her expertise spans constitutional law, religion and politics, gender policy, poverty studies, and school law, with a focus on legal frameworks impacting marginalized communities. Dr. Stronks has directed major initiatives including Whitworth’s homeless youth outreach and the Lives of Commitment Program funded by a $1M Murdock Foundation grant. She co-authored three books with her mother and authored acclaimed legal commentaries like Law, Religion and Public Policy (2002). Her op-eds analyze contemporary legal issues, and her forthcoming So You Want to Be a Christian Lawyer explores professional ethics. Education: Ph.D., University of Maryland J.D., University of Iowa College of Law B.A., Dordt College Her research bridges faith and public life, emphasizing how legal structures shape societal justice. Awards include being named Most Influential Professor by Whitworth’s 2008 graduating class and Dordt College’s Distinguished Alumni Award. Stronks teaches courses on constitutional law, poverty & community development, and vocation. She has advised numerous students through programs linking academic values to professional practice.

T. Barton CarterView profile

Professor

• Communication Law
• Media Technology
• First Amendment Rights
• +5 more

T. Barton Carter is a Professor of Media Science at Boston University, specializing in communication law and new communication technologies. He formerly held leadership roles as head of the Law Division at the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication and the Law and Policy Division at the Broadcast Education Association. He retired from legal practice but continues academic work. Education: BA from Yale University, MS from Boston University, JD from the University of Pennsylvania. He teaches communication law and telecommunication regulation, with a focus on First Amendment issues, media access, and legal implications of emerging technologies. His research explores libel, privacy, obscenity, and policies around the Patriot Act and social media. He co-authored textbooks including The First Amendment and the Fourth Estate and Mass Communication Law in a Nutshell , and has written extensively on media law topics.