Craig A. Nard

Craig A. Nard serves as the Galen J. Roush Professor of Law and Director of the Spangenberg Center for Law, Technology & the Arts at Case Western Reserve University School of Law, with additional appointments as Visiting Professor at Bocconi University School of Law (Milan) and Senior Lecturer at the World Intellectual Property Organization Academy (University of Torino).

His educational credentials include:

• Doctor of Juridical Science, Columbia University (1999)
• Master of Laws, Columbia University (1995)
• Juris Doctor, Capital University (1990)
• Bachelor of Arts, Washington & Jefferson University (1987)

Nard's research centers on patent systems, intellectual property frameworks, and innovation policy, examining both domestic U.S. patent law and international IP harmonization. His work bridges legal theory with technological advancement and creative industries, emphasizing practical applications in judicial and legislative contexts.

His scholarly recognition includes:

• Professor of the Year by First-Year Law Students (2014-15 and 2024-25)
• Alumni Distinguished Teacher Award (2018)

As Director of the Spangenberg Center, Nard leads interdisciplinary initiatives connecting law with emerging technologies and artistic expression, fostering collaborations between legal scholars, technologists, and creative professionals through workshops, conferences, and policy research projects.