Lisa Brodoff

Lisa Brodoff is a Professor and Director of the Ronald A. Peterson Law Clinic at Seattle University School of Law, where she has dedicated 25 years to teaching, advocacy, and mentoring. Her work focuses on elder law, administrative law, disability rights, and LGBTQ+ advocacy, with a commitment to social justice. Brodoff’s legacy includes landmark cases advancing equality and legal representation for marginalized communities, as well as fostering the next generation of lawyers through innovative clinical education. She has collaborated with students and colleagues on legislative reforms, such as securing a right to good cause exceptions in public assistance hearings and advocating for disability accommodations in administrative courts.

As a former attorney and judge, Brodoff’s career spans 40 years, including roles as a chief administrative law judge and advocate for low-income individuals. Her creative teaching methods, including integrating music and play into legal pedagogy, set her apart. Her mentorship has produced leaders like Carla Calogero, an elder law attorney. Brodoff’s scholarship bridges theory and practice, addressing end-of-life options, marriage equality, and legal writing integration with clinical skills.

Her articles highlight trends in healthcare policy, LGBTQ+ rights, and administrative law reforms. Brodoff remains an influential voice in civil rights and elder advocacy, aiming to ensure equitable access to justice for vulnerable populations.