معرفی
Allison J. Ware serves as Assistant Professor and Associate Director of Clinical Programs at Duquesne University's Thomas R. Kline School of Law, directing the Landlord Tenant Clinic within the Tribone Center for Clinical Legal Education. Her career centers on advocating for historically underserved children, families, and communities through holistic legal representation and systemic reform.
Education:
- J.D., Thomas R. Kline School of Law of Duquesne University
- B.A., St. Vincent College
Professor Ware's research and practice focus on dismantling the school-to-prison pipeline through juvenile justice reform, disability rights advocacy, and housing law. Her holistic approach integrates legal representation with counseling resources and community support to address systemic barriers faced by vulnerable populations, emphasizing restorative solutions over punitive measures.
Professional Highlights:
- Launched the Summary Representation Project as Allegheny County Public Defender, defending 750+ children in delinquency proceedings while guiding families through education-related matters
- Advocated for IEP/504 Plan enforcement during law school and supported federal disability litigation at Disability Rights Pennsylvania
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As clinical faculty, Professor Ware mentors law students through experiential learning in the Landlord Tenant Clinic, developing future attorneys while advancing social justice. Her work with the Tribone Center emphasizes community-centered legal education that bridges theory and practice to serve marginalized populations.
