Lissa Griffin

Lissa Griffin is a Professor of Law at the Elisabeth Haub School of Law, Pace University, where she has served for 37 years. She is an expert in Criminal Procedure, Professional Ethics, and Evidence from both domestic and comparative perspectives. She has held international academic positions, including Fulbright Scholar at the University of Malaga (2022) and Visiting Professor at Birmingham City University Faculty of Laws, UK. Her work bridges U.S. and UK legal systems, focusing on justice reform and ethical legal practice.

• BA, University of Michigan
• Law Clerkship (1973–1977)

Professor Griffin's research centers on criminal justice, professional responsibility, and comparative law. She investigates wrongful convictions, prosecutorial ethics, forensic evidence, and the protection of factual truth in judicial systems. Her scholarship emphasizes reforming pretrial procedures, enhancing conviction integrity, and ensuring judicial independence during crises. She explores the ethical obligations of legal professionals and the impact of digital technology on legal privilege.

Her recent publications analyze transnational legal issues, particularly between the U.S. and UK, covering topics such as judicial sovereignty, appellate review of forensic evidence, and comparative sex offender notification laws. A recurring theme is the need for systemic reform to prevent injustice and uphold the rule of law in evolving legal landscapes.

• Fulbright Scholar, University of Malaga, Spain (2022)

Professor Griffin has advised on legal ethics and criminal justice reform through her publications and academic leadership. She has not received public grant funding mentioned in the text, but her Fulbright award supports international scholarly work. She contributes to law reviews and collaborates with experts on interdisciplinary legal challenges, particularly in environmental law and digital justice.

She is affiliated with scholarly networks and contributes to initiatives like Conviction Integrity Units research and comparative analysis of innocence review commissions. Her work is disseminated through SSRN, Digital Commons, and major law journals, reflecting a sustained commitment to legal scholarship and education.