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Christopher S. Elmendorf is the Martin Luther King Jr. Professor of Law at the University of California, Davis School of Law. He holds a B.A. in Economics (Oberlin College, 1994) and a J.D. from Yale Law School (2001). His academic career includes a clerkship with Judge Guido Calabresi of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit (2002–2003). Elmendorf’s research focuses on land use, housing policy, election law, statutory interpretation, and administrative law, with a particular emphasis on California’s regulatory frameworks. He is a leading authority on housing law and has contributed to policy reforms through advisory roles with organizations like the Abundance Academic Network and the California Department of Housing and Community Development. His work bridges academic scholarship with public engagement, including op-eds in major media outlets and influential Twitter threads.
Elmendorf’s research interests include the intersection of law and public policy, particularly how legal frameworks shape housing markets and voter behavior. His recent studies explore voter preferences for housing policies, the effects of zoning reforms, and the interplay between environmental regulations (e.g., CEQA) and housing development. He has been recognized for his impactful scholarship, including the republication of Auctioning the Upzone as one of the best land-use articles and his election to the American Law Institute.
His academic contributions span empirical and doctrinal analyses, with publications in top law reviews and political science journals. Beyond academia, Elmendorf actively participates in policy discussions, serving on advisory committees and providing expert commentary to media outlets like The Atlantic and Los Angeles Times. His work emphasizes translating complex legal concepts into accessible formats for public discourse.
