Kara Consalo

Kara Consalo is an Assistant Professor at the Florida A&M University College of Law, where she teaches courses in Constitutional Law, Remedies, Real Estate Law, and Analytic Skills. She has been a full-time faculty member since 2022 and brings extensive practical legal experience from prior roles as a Managing Attorney at The Consalo Law Firm, P.A., and as a city and county attorney in Florida.

Education:

• B.A. Magna Cum Laude in Environmental Studies and Honors Program, Rollins College (1997)
• J.D. with Honors and Certificate in Land Use and Environmental Law, University of Florida College of Law (2000)
• LL.M. with Honors in International Business Law, Concentration in Environmental and Energy Law, Boston University School of Law (2020)

Her research and teaching interests focus on Environmental Law, Climate Resilience, Land Use Planning, Legal Pedagogy, and Environmental Justice. She integrates sustainability, equity, and technology into her legal scholarship and classroom practice. Her recent work emphasizes urban resilience to climate threats and equitable access to renewable energy.

The 15 most recent publications and presentations reflect a strong interdisciplinary trend, combining law, environmental science, urban planning, and education technology. They highlight her expertise in climate adaptation policy, inclusive legal education, and sustainable land development, often addressing vulnerable populations and systemic inequities.

Scientific Awards and Grants:

• FAMU College of Law Summer Research Grant (2023)
• UCF Course Revision Initiative Grant (2021)
• UCF Division of Student Learning and Academic Success grant (2021)
• Clarcona Improvement Association grant (2017)

Kara Consalo has advised students through teaching, clinical instruction, and guest lecturing, though formal advisee names are not listed. She has secured multiple competitive grants supporting research and course development, particularly in environmental law and pedagogy. She has held leadership roles in curriculum innovation and has been active in professional development and outreach.

She is involved in academic and community initiatives related to sustainability, environmental justice, and legal education reform. Her work often collaborates with institutions such as the UCF Center for Non-Profit Management and The CLEO Institute. She contributes to interdisciplinary teams focused on climate and food justice, urban resilience, and equitable policy development.