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John F. Hollway is a Lecturer in Law and Associate Dean at the University of Pennsylvania Law School, where he serves as Senior Advisor at the Quattrone Center for the Fair Administration of Justice. He was Executive Director of the Center from 2013 to 2024, leading its national expansion in criminal justice reform.
His educational background includes:
- Bachelor of Arts in Diplomatic History, University of Pennsylvania (minor in East Asian Studies)
- Juris Doctor with honors, The George Washington University Law School
- Master of Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP) with distinction, University of Pennsylvania
Hollway specializes in systems-based approaches to criminal justice, focusing on root cause analysis, error prevention, and organizational learning. His work bridges legal scholarship and operational reform, particularly through the Sentinel Event Review Initiative, which transforms adverse events into systemic improvements. He is a trusted advisor to justice agencies and policymakers on performance measurement and accountability.
His publications reflect a strong trend in criminal justice integrity, emphasizing structural reform, conviction review, and human factors in legal errors. These works combine empirical analysis with narrative depth, influencing both academic and policy audiences.
His notable recognitions include:
- National Independent Book Award for Non-Fiction for Killing Time: An 18-Year Odyssey from Death Row to Freedom
- Chicago Sun-Times Best Book of the Year (same title)
Hollway has led major initiatives funded by public and private grants, contributing to national dialogues on justice reform. He has advised criminal justice agencies and corporations on performance and learning systems. While student advising is not explicitly mentioned, his leadership in research and policy suggests significant mentorship within the Quattrone Center.
He is centrally involved with the Quattrone Center for the Fair Administration of Justice, where he continues to lead research and policy initiatives aimed at enhancing fairness and reliability in the justice system.
