Bruce Ching

Bruce Ching is an Associate Professor at the David A. Clarke School of Law, University of the District of Columbia, specializing in legal writing, advocacy, and the intersection of law, rhetoric, and politics. He actively advances diversity and inclusion initiatives within legal education through national committee leadership.

Education

• Doctor of Jurisprudence, University of Michigan Law School
• Master of Arts in English Language and Literature, University of Michigan
• Bachelor of Arts in English, University of Missouri-St. Louis

Research Focus

Professor Ching’s scholarship critically examines how language shapes legal and political frameworks, particularly in national security contexts and hate crime jurisprudence. His work bridges theoretical legal analysis with practical advocacy techniques, emphasizing marginalized perspectives in legal discourse.

Publication Trends

His recent publications reveal an interdisciplinary methodology merging legal theory with rhetorical criticism. The 2023 hate crimes study innovatively applies genocide frameworks to criminal legislation, while the 2020 post-9/11 analysis exposes how presidential rhetoric constructs counterterrorism narratives. Both works demonstrate his consistent focus on power dynamics in legal language.

Scientific Awards

• Best Oralist Award for Writing and Advocacy Section, University of Michigan Law School
• Michigan Merit Fellowship, University of Michigan
• University Scholarship and Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, University of Missouri-St. Louis

Advising and Grants

While specific grant funding details aren’t provided, Professor Ching’s teaching of Lawyering Process, Moot Court, and Evidence courses indicates direct mentorship of law students in practical advocacy skills. His committee leadership positions reflect institutional investment in his expertise for shaping legal education pedagogy.

Professional Leadership

Professor Ching currently chairs the Legal Writing Institute Diversity & Inclusion Committee and serves on the Sirico Scholars Workshop Governing Board. He actively contributes to the Association of Legal Writing Directors and Association of American Law Schools committees, driving national conversations on inclusive teaching methodologies and curriculum development.