Brian Sirman

Brian Sirman is a Visiting Professor at UMass School of Law, specializing in intersections of law with manners, loopholes, and the built environment. His research explores legal frameworks governing urban design, architectural history, and regulatory ambiguities in corporate finance.

• Education:
  • JD (2022), William & Mary Law School
  • PhD (2014), Boston University
  • MLA (2008), Boston University
  • BA (2002), Boston University

Research Interests: His work bridges legal theory with practical implications in urban development and architectural history, focusing on how legal standards shape public spaces and how legislative ambiguities enable corporate strategies.

Selected Publications: Recent works include analyses of legal loopholes in corporate law (Fordham Journal of Corporate & Financial Law, 2023), architectural politics in Boston (2018), and regional concrete architecture (Historical Journal of Massachusetts, 2016).

Contact: bsirman@umassd.edu | 508-985-1118