Gordon M. Park

Gordon M. Park is an Adjunct Professor of Law at San Joaquin College of Law. He specializes in Civil Trial Practice and has an extensive background in civil litigation, having tried over 75 civil jury trials. He is a member of ABOTA (American Board of Trial Advocates) and has held leadership roles, including President of the Fresno County Bar Association.

Education highlights include a J.D. from UCLA School of Law (1976) and a B.S. from California State University, Long Beach (Summa Cum Laude, 3.98 GPA). He was recognized for academic excellence and leadership, including membership in the Order of Barristers and awards as Chief Justice of the Student Court and Student Representative to the Faculty Senate.

Research interests focus on trial advocacy and legal education, shaped by his decades of litigation experience and mock trial coaching. He has coached mock trial teams at Buchanan High School, Fresno State, and currently at Justin Garza High School. His career also emphasizes pro bono service, earning him the prestigious FCBA Bernie Witkin Lifetime Achievement Award.

Additional contributions include roles in legal education, bar leadership, and community service through the New American Legal Clinic. His work bridges practical litigation skills with educational mentorship, impacting both legal professionals and students.