Michael Donnella

Michael Donnella is a Practice Professor of Law at Temple University's School of Law and serves as Director of the Center for Compliance and Ethics. His expertise in compliance and ethics, along with global anti-bribery and corruption, is informed by a distinguished career across multiple industries.

Education

• J.D., University of Chicago Law School
• B.A., Wesleyan University

Professor Donnella's research and teaching focus on the intersection of legal frameworks and ethical practices in corporate governance, particularly addressing compliance challenges in international business environments. His work emphasizes the development of effective compliance programs and regulatory adherence in the pharmaceutical and medical device sectors.

His professional experience spans diverse industries, including oil & gas, pharmaceuticals, telecommunications, and legal practice. Prior to Temple, he established global compliance initiatives as Corporate Compliance Officer at Murphy Oil Corporation, held leadership compliance roles at Wyeth Pharmaceuticals (now Pfizer), and provided regulatory counsel at AT&T and Troutman Pepper. His speaking engagements frequently address compliance, ethics, global anti-corruption, and risk management trends.

Center for Compliance and Ethics

At Temple Law, Professor Donnella leads the Center for Compliance and Ethics, which integrates practical industry insights into academic programming to educate students and professionals on critical legal and ethical challenges in modern business operations.