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Matthew Steilen is a Professor of Law and Vice Dean for Academic Affairs at the University at Buffalo School of Law. He is also an Affiliated Faculty Member in the Department of Philosophy at the College of Arts and Sciences. His roles include overseeing academic affairs, teaching constitutional law, and conducting research on legal history and legal theory.
Steilen holds a J.D. from Stanford Law School and a Ph.D. in Philosophy from Northwestern University. He previously clerked for Judge Kermit V. Lipez of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit, practiced civil litigation at Covington & Burling LLP, and engaged in pro bono work on constitutional rights cases.
His research focuses on the evolution of legal institutions and ideas, particularly judicial review, due process, and separation of powers. His work spans topics like royal prerogative, presidential nonenforcement, and legislative attainders during the American Revolution. His articles appear in prestigious journals such as Law and History Review and Legal Theory, and he has presented at major academic forums like the Harvard/Stanford/Yale Junior Faculty Forum.
Steilen’s publications reflect a deep engagement with historical legal materials, often analyzing foundational constitutional conflicts. Recent work examines treason law in English history, Magna Carta’s legislative legacy, and modern constitutional controversies like TikTok v. Garland. His scholarship bridges legal theory with empirical historical analysis.
- Awards: Twice awarded fellowships at Monticello’s International Center for Jefferson Studies, recognized in junior scholar workshops.
- Visiting Roles: Visiting scholar at the University of Wisconsin’s Institute for Legal Studies and Cambridge University’s Faculty of Law.
As an educator, he teaches courses including Constitutional Law, Federal Courts, and seminars on administrative history. His pedagogical approach emphasizes historical context in legal interpretation.
