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Michael Ullmann is a Lecturer in Law and Leader in Residence at Columbia University Law School. He holds a J.D. from Columbia Law School (1983) and a B.A. magna cum laude from Cornell University (1980). Ullmann has extensive experience bridging legal and business leadership, particularly in corporate governance, ESG strategy, and mergers & acquisitions, informed by his 11-year tenure as Executive Vice President and General Counsel at Johnson & Johnson.
- Education:
- J.D., Columbia Law School, 1983
- B.A., Cornell University (magna cum laude), 1980
His research interests focus on Corporate and Transactional Law, emphasizing ethical leadership, risk management, and the evolving role of general counsel in business strategy. He also explores Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) issues in corporate decision-making and the legal frameworks for global M&A transactions.
Ullmann actively supports innovation and entrepreneurship as a member of MIT's Visiting Committee for Sponsored Research and the MIT Sandbox Innovation Fund. He contributes to non-profit governance through roles at Americares, Princeton Area Community Foundation, and Naples Zoo, prioritizing healthcare access, community development, and wildlife conservation.
At Columbia Law School, he teaches courses on the role of general counsel in modern economies, blending practical insights from his corporate career with academic rigor. His leadership in diversity initiatives, including the Hispanic/Latino resource group at Johnson & Johnson and the national Leadership Council on Legal Diversity, underscores his commitment to inclusive talent development in legal and business fields.
