معرفی
Natalia Blinkova serves as an Associate Professor in the Fundamentals of Lawyering program at The George Washington University Law School, where she also acts as Writing Center Coordinator and advisor for the Inns of Court Program since 2021.
Education:
- BA in History of Art from Yale University
- MA in Russian Literature from Cornell University
- JD from Georgetown University Law Center
Her research centers on integrating cultural humility and professional identity development into foundational legal education, while bridging traditional legal research methodologies with experiential learning frameworks. This innovative approach transforms first-year curriculum through culturally responsive pedagogy and practical skill integration.
Scientific Awards:
- Legal Writing Professor of the Year (awarded twice at The University of Texas at Austin)
Professor Blinkova actively mentors students through the Inns of Court Program and Writing Center leadership, drawing from her extensive professional background as an intellectual property partner at McDermott Will & Emery and clerkship with Chief Judge Paul R. Michel of the Federal Circuit Court. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes translating complex legal concepts into accessible instruction while maintaining rigorous academic standards.
