Denise Gilman

Denise Gilman serves as a Clinical Professor at the School of Law, The University of Texas at Austin, and holds the leadership role of Co-Director for the Immigration Clinic, where she oversees clinical legal education and client representation.

Her academic foundation includes a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from Columbia University, establishing her expertise in legal scholarship and practice.

Professor Gilman specializes in immigration and citizenship law alongside international human rights frameworks, focusing on systemic advocacy for vulnerable populations through policy analysis and direct legal intervention. Her work bridges theoretical human rights principles with practical immigration case management.

As Co-Director of the Immigration Clinic, she manages a student-staffed legal team providing critical representation to underserved immigrant communities while training future attorneys in ethical, client-centered advocacy within complex regulatory environments.