Christina Thomas

Christina Thomas is a Limited Term Lecturer in the Department of Political Science at Purdue University, teaching Constitutional Law I. She holds a J.D. from Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law and a bachelor's degree from Indiana Wesleyan University. Her professional experience spans administrative agencies, federal and state courts, and private practice in family law and estate planning. She serves as a staff attorney for Tippecanoe County CASA, advocating for children in abuse/neglect cases, and is a trained Guardian Ad Litem. Previously, she worked in the Appellate Clinic, Indiana Court of Appeals, and directed Continuing Legal Education at the Indiana State Bar.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree from Indiana Wesleyan University
• J.D. from Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law

Research interests focus on legal capacity, rural legal access, and judicial leadership. Her work bridges theoretical legal analysis with practical policy implications, as seen in her publications on Chief Justice leadership, fatigue's impact on legal contracts, and rural legal service challenges. She also explores criminal justice reforms and parental leave policies. Awards include induction into the Order of the Barristers, recognizing courtroom advocacy excellence. Professional roles include advising in appellate litigation and contributing to bench memoranda.