Mark K. Osbeck

Mark K. Osbeck is a Clinical Professor of Law at the University of Michigan Law School, where he teaches in the Legal Practice Program. His expertise spans marijuana law, legal writing, legal research, and judicial decision-making. He has authored two seminal books on cannabis law and a widely used legal research textbook.

• Education: BA in Political Science (University of Michigan, with high distinction), MA in Philosophy (Johns Hopkins), JD (University of Michigan, cum laude)

His research focuses on the intersection of marijuana regulation, legal analysis, and the role of shifting social narratives in shaping legal outcomes. His publications and presentations emphasize practical legal skills and evolving drug policy.

Notable awards include the Johns Hopkins University Fellowship and dual Certificates of Merit for legal writing and political philosophy during law school. He has presented at national conferences on cannabis law and legal pedagogy, including venues at Arizona State University and Mercer University.