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Jeffrey A. CooperView profile

Professor

Quinnipiac UniversityUnited States

Jeffrey A. Cooper is a Professor of Law at Quinnipiac University School of Law , where he teaches courses in estate planning, wills and trusts, and taxation. He previously served as Associate Dean for Research and Faculty Development and is currently faculty adviser to the Quinnipiac Probate Law Journal . Education: AB from Harvard University, JD from Yale University, LLM from New York University Research Interests: His work focuses on tax policy , estate and gift taxation , and the intersection of federal tax law with state probate systems . He specializes in trust enforceability , uniform trust code , and historical analysis of tax legislation. Publications: Recent articles address perpetual trusts , state death tax decline , and curriculum reforms in estate planning education. His scholarship is widely published in national law journals and cited in casebooks. Scientific Awards: Academic Fellow, American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC) Faculty Scholar, Quinnipiac University Professional Background: Before academia, Cooper practiced law for over a decade as a principal at Cummings & Lockwood, senior officer at United States Trust Company, and special counsel to Shipman & Goodwin. He also served as a senior adviser to Fiduciary Trust Company International.

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Michael WaraView profile

Researcher

Stanford UniversityUnited States

Michael Wara is a Senior Research Scholar at the Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment and Director of the Climate and Energy Policy Program. He holds a JD from Stanford Law School, a PhD in Ocean Sciences from UC Santa Cruz, and a BA from Columbia University. His work bridges legal, scientific, and policy domains to address climate and energy challenges through bipartisan technical assistance and research collaboration with economists, engineers, and scientists. His research focuses on carbon pricing mechanisms, energy innovation, and regulatory solutions for climate policy. He advises policymakers on designing effective laws and regulations, with particular expertise in international environmental treaties like the ozone and climate regimes. Wara also teaches courses on energy law, wildfire policy, and carbon taxation at Stanford Law School. Key contributions include analyzing the economic impacts of EPA regulations, evaluating California’s carbon market mechanisms, and advancing strategies to decarbonize building electrification. His interdisciplinary approach emphasizes practical solutions to global environmental challenges, leveraging Stanford’s expertise in energy systems and policy. Wara’s policy practicum courses engage students in real-world projects such as evaluating carbon pollution standards and wildfire management policies. His work frequently appears in peer-reviewed journals and media outlets like The Atlantic and New York Times , addressing topics like the Supreme Court’s EPA rulings and wildfire insurance issues.

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Nils HolzenbergerView profile

Assistant Professor

ParisTech School of BridgesFrance

Nils Holzenberger is an Assistant Professor at Télécom Paris, France, since February 2023, affiliated with the Data Intelligence Graphs (DIG) research team within the Information Processing and Communication Laboratory (LTcI). His work bridges artificial intelligence, natural language processing, and legal domains through neuro-symbolic approaches to statutory reasoning, particularly in tax law. Education: PhD in Computer Science, Johns Hopkins University (2017-2022) Master's in Engineering, Mines ParisTech (2013-2017) Preparatory Classes, Lycée Louis-le-Grand (2011-2013) Holzenberger's research centers on legal artificial intelligence with emphasis on statutory reasoning limitations in large language models. He pioneered the SARA dataset for tax law reasoning and LegalBench benchmark, developing hybrid symbolic-neural frameworks that expose LLMs' shortcomings in precise legal interpretation. His work integrates Prolog solvers with NLP techniques to create executable tax code mappings and contract analysis tools, establishing foundational methods for verifiable legal AI systems. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2019-2024) reveals three dominant research thrusts: (1) Tax law reasoning benchmarks exposing LLM hallucinations, (2) Neuro-symbolic integration for statutory interpretation, and (3) Low-resource template extraction for legal documents. His work consistently demonstrates that pure neural approaches fail at precise legal reasoning, necessitating symbolic grounding for reliable legal AI applications. The DIG research team at Télécom Paris, where Holzenberger leads legal AI initiatives, is actively hiring faculty for neuro-symbolic projects. While specific grant details aren't public, his collaborations with HEC Paris, Copilex startup, and featured podcast appearances indicate substantial industry-academia engagement in legal tech development. Holzenberger directs the legal AI vertical within LTcI's DIG team, focusing on data intelligence for statutory reasoning. His group develops tools for tax minimization strategy discovery, contract analysis, and legal information extraction, maintaining close ties with legal practitioners through projects like the Prolog-based tax code interpreter. The team's infrastructure supports both academic research and startup partnerships in computational law.

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Francisco GomesView profile

Professor

London Business SchoolUnited Kingdom

Professor Francisco Gomes is a Professor of Finance at the London Business School , where he has been a faculty member since 2000. His research focuses on capital markets, asset allocation, household finance, and macroeconomics , with a particular emphasis on life-cycle investing, retirement policy, and risk-sharing mechanisms. BA - Universidade Nova de Lisboa MA/PhD - Harvard University His work has been published in top-tier journals like The Journal of Finance , The Review of Financial Studies , and The American Economic Review . Recent publications analyze automation's impact on wealth dispersion, yield-chasing behavior in household investments, and optimal target-date fund strategies for retirement planning. Professor Gomes is a Research Affiliate of the Centre for Economic Policy Research (CEPR) and co-founded the CEPR Network on Household Finance. His research bridges theoretical models with empirical analysis, often incorporating computational methods (e.g., Fortran/Matlab code for life-cycle models).

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Benjamin AlarieView profile

Professor

University of TorontoCanada

Benjamin Alarie is a Professor and the Osler Chair in Business Law at the University of Toronto Faculty of Law. He is a leading scholar at the intersection of artificial intelligence, law, and taxation, and the co-founder and CEO of Blue J, an AI-powered tax research platform used by over 3,000 organizations across North America and the UK. Education: LL.M. – Yale Law School (2003) J.D. – University of Toronto (2002), with honours M.A. – University of Toronto (2002) B.A. – Wilfrid Laurier University (1999), with high distinction Research Interests: Alarie’s research spans tax law , legal theory , judicial behaviour , and the applications of machine learning in law . He introduced the concept of the “legal singularity”—the idea that legal systems may evolve toward greater clarity and predictability through AI and computational methods. His work explores how AI can enhance legal reasoning, regulatory design, and tax compliance. He is particularly focused on the ethical and practical implications of generative AI in legal and tax practice, including liability, transparency, and the future role of human practitioners in AI-augmented systems. Scientific Awards: PROSE Award (2024) for The Legal Singularity Donner Prize shortlist (2024) for The Legal Singularity vLex Fastcase 50 Honoree (2023) Top 50 Changemaker, The Globe and Mail (2022) Alan Mewett QC Prize for Excellence (2009) Advising & Grants: Alarie is a frequent advisor to courts, government agencies, and global professional networks. His work at Blue J involves strategic partnerships with CPA.com, CPA Canada, the National Association of Tax Professionals, Big 4 accounting firms, and Tax Notes. He also serves as a faculty affiliate at the Vector Institute for AI and the Schwartz Reisman Institute for Technology and Society. Labs & Teams: As CEO of Blue J, Alarie leads a multidisciplinary team of legal scholars, engineers, and data scientists. The platform is used by tax authorities and accounting firms to deliver precise, defensible, and efficient tax research and decision-making tools.

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John ByrneView profile

Professor

University of DelawareUnited States

John Byrne is a Distinguished Professor of Energy and Climate Policy and Director of the Center for Energy and Environmental Policy (CEEP) at the University of Delaware's Biden School of Public Policy. His academic career spans over three decades with significant contributions to global climate policy through roles in the IPCC, World Council for Renewable Energy, and Seoul International Energy Advisory Council. He pioneered the Sustainable Energy Utility (SEU) model and led the first SEU implementation in Delaware, recognized internationally for its innovative financing mechanisms. His research focuses on energy transitions, environmental justice, and renewable energy integration. Notable achievements include co-founding the International Solar Cities Initiative, advising China’s State Environmental Protection Agency, and conceiving the SEU's AA+-rated bond program. Byrne has held visiting positions at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and Seoul National University, where he contributed to South Korea’s greenhouse gas abatement strategy. Byrne’s publications include 19 books and 170+ articles, with influential works like Rethinking Environmentalism (MIT Press) and Green Energy Economies . He serves as Co-Editor-in-Chief of WIREs Energy and Environment and editor of the Energy and Environmental Policy book series since 1983. His work is funded by major institutions including the World Bank, UNDP, and U.S. Department of Energy. Key recognitions include the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize (shared via IPCC contributions) and Fulbright Senior Lecturer Award. Byrne’s current efforts focus on advancing solar energy policies, sustainable urban development, and bridging environmental justice with climate resilience.

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Finn ArnesenView profile

Professor

University of OsloNorway

Finn Arnesen (born 1962) is a Professor and Head of Department at the Scandinavian Institute of Maritime Law within the Faculty of Law at the University of Oslo. He has been affiliated with the Faculty of Law since 1989, progressing from research fellow to associate professor and becoming a full professor in 1998. Arnesen also serves as Chairman of the Board of Finanstilsynet (Financial Supervisory Authority of Norway) since March 2018 and is a member of the Market Council. Graduated in law in 1989 Defended doctoral thesis "State governance and EEA legal barriers" in 1996 Research assistant at Nordic Institute of Maritime Law (1987) Research assistant at Department of Criminal Law and Criminology (1988-89) Professor Arnesen specializes in EU law, EEA law, administrative law, international law, law of obligations, legal sources, and public procurement. His research focuses on general EU and EEA law, procurement law, and legal issues arising at the intersection between EEA law and Norwegian law. His work spans petroleum law, maritime law, and energy law, with particular attention to how European legal frameworks interact with Norwegian domestic legislation. Analysis of Arnesen's recent scholarly output reveals consistent engagement with the EEA Agreement's implementation and interpretation. His publications demonstrate expertise in treaty law, legal integration challenges, and the practical implications of European law for Norwegian sectors including fisheries, energy, and public procurement. The research shows particular focus on territorial application, legal homogeneity, and the relationship between European legal frameworks and national implementation. Arnesen has held significant professional positions including: acting Judge at the Supreme Court (2011-2012), member of the Public Procurement Complaints Board (2015-2023), and lawyer at Thommessen law firm (2002-2003). He has chaired important committees including those producing NOU 2005:13 on nominee registration of shares and NOU 2020:9 on incorrect application of National Insurance Act requirements in the EEA area. Professor Arnesen leads research projects including "The European Dimension of Norwegian Law (EURNOR)" and "Public Procurement of Critical Societal Functions and Effects on Societal Security and Emergency Preparedness (ProCritS)." He is affiliated with multiple research groups including the Labor Law Group, Research Group for International Law, and Market, Innovation and Competition (MIK) group.

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Ralph LuettickeView profile

Professor

University of TübingenGermany

Ralph Luetticke is a Professor of Economics at the University of Tübingen, affiliated with the Centre for Economic Policy Research and the Stone Centre on Wealth Concentration at University College London. His research focuses on fiscal/monetary policy, business cycles, and computational methods, emphasizing household heterogeneity. Key contributions include analyzing liquidity channels of fiscal policy, military multipliers, and unconventional policy shocks. Recent work explores military spending multipliers, endogenous gridpoint methods for distributional dynamics, and the distributional impacts of monetary policy. His 2023 ERC Starting Grant ('AIRMAC') supports research into aggregate uncertainty in business cycles. Teaching includes advanced macroeconomics courses at UCL and Tübingen, emphasizing HANK models and policy analysis. Scientific awards include the ERC Starting Grant (2023). Research tools developed include the BASE for HANK toolbox (Julia) and open-source codes for heterogeneous agent modeling. His work bridges theoretical macroeconomics with empirical policy analysis, addressing modern challenges like inequality and pandemic stimulus effectiveness.

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Christine ManolakasView profile

Professor

University of the PacificUnited States

Christine Manolakas is a Professor of Law and Director of the Tax and Business Certificates of Concentration at McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific. She has taught federal income tax courses for over 40 years, expanding her expertise to include community property law. Additionally, she has instructed tax classes at the University of California, Davis, and through the California CPA Education Foundation. BA, University of Southern California JD, Loyola University, Los Angeles LLM in Taxation, New York University Professor Manolakas specializes in tax law, with a focus on federal income taxation, international tax treaties, and niche areas such as taxation of gamblers, victims of theft, and artists. Her research explores the intersection of tax policy with natural disasters, mixed-use residences, and trade in services within the NAFTA bloc. She has contributed to scholarship comparing tax systems across Canada, the U.S., and Mexico. Her recent work highlights tax treatment of unconventional taxpayers and scenarios, emphasizing legal complexity and policy reform. Over decades, she has also published extensively on community property law. Recipent of the Julie Davies Professor of the Year award Established the Manolakas Extraordinary Contribution Award for faculty/staff

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Frederick RoyalView profile

Professor

Western New England UniversityUnited States

Frederick Royal is a Professor of Law at the Western New England University College of Law , where he has been a faculty member since 1978. He serves as the Director of the LL.M. program in Elder Law and Estate Planning , reflecting his specialization in tax and estate-related legal frameworks. Royal’s career combines academic rigor with practical experience, including a clerkship with U.S. Tax Court Judge William M. Drennan and work in private tax law practice. Education: B.A., University of Massachusetts J.D., Cornell Law School LL.M., Boston School of Law His research focuses on tax procedure , corporate taxation , and estate planning , with publications spanning trust administration, tax code compliance, and elder law applications. He actively engages in public discourse through talks on tax issues sponsored by organizations like Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education, Inc. The LL.M. program under his leadership emphasizes elder law and estate planning, aligning with his teaching of courses such as Estate & Gift Tax , Estate Planning , and Taxation of Business Entities . His scholarly works include book chapters and articles on trusts, tax redemption strategies, and life insurance policy management.

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Benjamin R. SillimanView profile

Professor

St. John's UniversityUnited States

Benjamin R. Silliman, Ed.D., is a Professor of Accountancy at The Peter J. Tobin College of Business, St. John's University. He holds multiple degrees including an Ed.D. in Higher Education Administration from New York University, and advanced credentials in Economics, Taxation, and Accountancy. His academic career spans over 15 years, with tenures at Queens College/CUNY and part-time teaching roles at Cornell University. Dr. Silliman's research focuses on financial reporting, federal taxation, governmental accounting, and adult learning. He has published over 32 articles in journals such as the CPA Journal and Journal of Accounting and Finance, and contributed a chapter on International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) to the GAAP 2021 Handbook. His grant-funded dissertation analyzed federal college tuition tax credits at public community colleges. Education: Ed.D., Higher Education Administration, New York University (2004) MAcc, Accountancy, University of Mississippi MA, Economics and Education, Columbia University M.P.A., Public Administration, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Dr. Silliman has received numerous awards, including the PWC Teaching Fellowship and the Max Block Award for research. He advises Beta Alpha Psi (Kappa Zeta Chapter), leading to national and regional competition wins for St. John’s University. His service roles include membership on 8 university committees and leadership in the Faculty Association’s bargaining unit. His teaching spans advanced accounting courses (e.g., BUS ENTITIES & COMBINATIONS, GOVERNMENTS & NOT-FOR-PROFITS) and integrates public policy perspectives. Professional experience includes 18 years as a budget and compliance consultant for CUNY and prior roles at Arthur Andersen & Co. and NBC.

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Joshua D. BlankView profile

Professor

University of California, IrvineUnited States

Joshua D. Blank is a Professor of Law and Director of the UCI Law in NYC Program at the University of California, Irvine School of Law. His expertise spans tax administration, administrative agency communication, taxpayer privacy, and automated legal guidance. He previously held roles at NYU School of Law, including Vice Dean for Technology-Enhanced Education and Professor of Tax Law. Blank’s research focuses on modernizing tax compliance systems and addressing inequities in legal guidance accessibility. He has authored multiple influential books, including *Untaxed: The Rich, the IRS, and a New Approach to Tax Compliance* (2024) and *Automated Agencies: The Transformation of Government Guidance* (forthcoming 2025). Education: B.A. (summa cum laude) from NYU College of Arts and Science; J.D. (cum laude) from Harvard Law School; LL.M. in Taxation from NYU Law. Key achievements include the 2020 AALS Teacher of the Year Award and leadership roles in the American Bar Association Tax Section. He co-led a landmark study for the Administrative Conference of the U.S. on automated agency guidance tools, resulting in federal policy recommendations. His work bridges tax law, administrative law, and technology, emphasizing equitable legal frameworks. Recent activities include presenting at Columbia Tax Workshop, Duke Law School, and international conferences. Blank’s advocacy for progressive tax procedure and transparency has influenced both academic discourse and public policy.

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William J. MoonView profile

Associate Professor

University of ZurichSwitzerland

William J. Moon is an Associate Professor of Law at the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law, where he conducts research and teaches in the areas of corporate law, international law, and international trade law. His scholarly work focuses on jurisdictional competition, tax havens, corporate governance, and the intersection of domestic and international legal systems. Professor Moon's research interests span several key areas: Corporate law and jurisdictional competition, particularly examining Delaware's position in global corporate law International investment law and the role of tax havens in shaping corporate governance Conflict of laws issues in transnational corporate litigation The intersection of corporate purpose, ESG considerations, and traditional shareholder wealth maximization International trade law, with particular attention to North Korea and the Kaesong Industrial Complex His extensive publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on how legal frameworks interact across jurisdictional boundaries, with particular attention to how tax havens and offshore jurisdictions influence corporate behavior and legal development. Moon's work often bridges theoretical legal analysis with practical implications for corporate governance and international regulatory cooperation. Professor Moon has received significant scholarly attention for his work, with his paper 'Delaware's New Competition' garnering over 1,500 downloads and multiple citations. His research has appeared in top law journals including Northwestern University Law Review, Michigan Law Review, and Virginia Journal of International Law. His scholarly impact is evident in his SSRN profile, which shows 16 papers with over 9,000 total downloads and 7 total citations, indicating substantial engagement from the academic and professional legal community.

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Gregory LewkowiczView profile

Professor

Côte d'Azur UniversityFrance

Gregory Lewkowicz is a Professor at the Université libre de Bruxelles (ULB) , Director of the Perelman Center's Smart Law Hub , and a Senior Research Fellow at the University of Nice Sophia Antipolis in Economic Law and Artificial Intelligence. He also teaches at Science Po Paris Law School and the University of Paris II Panthéon-Assas , and is a recurring professor at HEC-Paris for digital transformation programs. Expertise: Digital law and technology, global/transnational law, legal professions Research Focus: Interactions between law and digital technologies (SMART Law), algorithmic law, AI in legal analysis, and transformations of legal professions Leadership: Director of "Penser le droit" collection at Bruylant Publishing , in charge of the Brussels Bar Observatory , and member of AI4Belgium advisory board His recent articles explore trends in algorithmic governance , trustworthy AI , legal argumentation , and digital transformation of legal systems. He has contributed extensively to Brussels School scholarship , focusing on its sociological and philosophical foundations. Gregory Lewkowicz directs research programs on AI ethics , smart city regulations , and global corporate accountability . He is affiliated with the Institute for Artificial Intelligence for the Common Good (FARI) and the Equality Law Clinic (ELC) .

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Suren GomtsyanView profile

Assistant Professor

London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)United Kingdom

Suren Gomtsyan is an Assistant Professor at the LSE Law School, specializing in corporate law, corporate governance, and empirical legal analysis. He holds a PhD and LLM (cum laude) from Tilburg University and has held academic roles at the University of Leeds School of Law (2016–2023) and visiting positions at Fordham University and Tilburg. His research explores institutional investor behavior, shareholder engagement, and private legal ordering, with notable work on FIFA's governance and corporate environmental accountability. Education highlights include a PhD in Law (2016) and LLM Research Master (2012, cum laude) from Tilburg University, Netherlands. He is affiliated with the Amsterdam Center for Law & Economics (ACLE) and Tilburg Law and Economics Center (TILEC). Research interests center on corporate governance structures, institutional investor strategies, ESG compliance, and the interplay between private legal systems and public regulation. His work bridges empirical analysis with doctrinal research, addressing topics like executive compensation, debtholder rights, and regulatory frameworks for asset managers. Awarded the Research Talent Grant (NWO, 2013–2016), Brenno Galli Award (2016), and multiple young scholar prizes for legal economics contributions (2015–2018). His research on shareholder engagement was shortlisted for the Society of Legal Scholars' Best Paper Prize (2018). Advising and grants include roles as Research Associate (ACLE) and Extramural Fellow (TILEC). His work has been cited by the Delaware Court of Chancery and the U.S. Court of Appeals (4th Circuit). Labs/Teams: Active in ACLE and TILEC research networks, focusing on law and economics interdisciplinary projects.

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