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David Sonenshein is the Jack E. Feinberg Professor of Litigation at Temple Law School within Temple University. He holds a B.A. from Cornell University and a J.D. from New York University School of Law. Prior to his current position, he taught at Boston University, DePaul University, and George Washington University Law School, where he held the Lyle T. Alverson Professorship. He has been honored with numerous awards, including the Lindback Award for Outstanding Teaching (2004), the Great Teacher Award (2007), and multiple George P. Williams Memorial Awards for excellence in teaching.
His research focuses on evidence law, criminal procedure, and comparative interrogation methods, particularly the U.S. Reid method versus the U.K.'s PEACE method. He has authored influential books like Principles of Evidence and contributed to over a dozen legal publications. Sonenshein also trains legal professionals globally through the American Institute for Law Training and the Federal Judicial Center.
His recent work emphasizes reforming interrogation practices to reduce false confessions, drawing on U.K. models. He has engaged with international panels to promote evidence-based legal practices. Despite his academic and scholarly achievements, he remains dedicated to teaching and advocating for justice through accurate legal processes.
- Education: Cornell University (B.A.), New York University School of Law (J.D.)
- Key Contributions: Co-author of Principles of Evidence, founder of training programs for federal judges, and advocate for comparative legal methodologies.
His publications span decades, addressing issues like hearsay exceptions, appellate advocacy, and ethical dilemmas in the legal profession. He remains an influential voice in advancing evidence-based practices within criminal and civil law.
