Matthew Baker

Matthew Baker is an Assistant Teaching Professor and Director of Experiential Learning in Political Science at Emory University. His research examines judicial decision-making, criminal justice disparities, and diversity in judicial selection, informed by prior experience as a public defender. Education includes a Ph.D. from University of Georgia (2023) and J.D. from University of Florida (2013).

Research explores:

• Racial/gender dynamics in pretrial detention and judicial appointments
• Attorney influence in routine criminal cases
• Federal circuit court review of immigration orders
• Public confidence in judicial institutions

Teaching emphasizes experiential learning through courses like U.S. Trial Courts and The American Jury Trial. External funding includes NSF support for judicial database development.