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John Grogan is an Adjunct Professor of Law at the University of Pennsylvania School of Law, where he contributes his extensive legal expertise in public interest and constitutional advocacy. He is also a founding partner of Langer, Grogan & Diver P.C., focusing on antitrust, consumer rights, and constitutional litigation.
Education:
- JD, University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School, magna cum laude, Order of the Coif, Kramer Public Interest Scholar
- BA, Fordham University, cum laud en cursu honorum
- La Salle College High School, 1983
John Grogan's research and practice interests center on public interest law, with deep engagement in antitrust litigation involving pharmaceuticals, consumer protection against financial fraud, and constitutional challenges to governmental practices. His work frequently intersects with civil rights, immigration rights, and the protection of free speech, particularly in cases involving citizen documentation of police conduct. He has been instrumental in landmark cases advancing the rights of undocumented immigrants and protecting consumers from predatory lending.
His legal career has been recognized through prestigious fellowships and scholarly honors, reflecting a strong commitment to justice and public service.
- Echoing Green Public Service Fellow
- Kramer Public Interest Scholar
John Grogan has served as counsel in major class-action lawsuits, including Faloney v. Wachovia Bank, which secured over $150 million for victims of telemarketing fraud, and Commonwealth v. Think Finance, challenging predatory payday lending. He frequently collaborates with the ACLU of Pennsylvania on civil rights litigation and advises nonprofit organizations on immigrant rights issues. He began his legal career clerking for Associate Justice Alan B. Handler of the New Jersey Supreme Court.
He co-founded the Camden Center for Law and Social Justice, Inc. with support from his Echoing Green Fellowship, demonstrating a sustained commitment to legal advocacy for underserved communities.
