Noah Chauvin

Noah Chauvin is an Assistant Professor of Law at Widener Law Commonwealth, part of Widener University. He teaches Legal Methods and First Amendment courses. His research focuses on constitutional law, surveillance practices, and legal scholarship production, with publications in prominent law reviews. Prior to academia, he worked at the Brennan Center for Justice and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Intelligence Law Division. He holds a BA in English Literature and Biology from SUNY Geneseo and a JD from William & Mary Law School, with clerkships at the U.S. Court of Federal Claims and U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania.

His research interests emphasize First Amendment protections, Fourth Amendment privacy rights, and national security law. Notable topics include FISA surveillance reforms, government transparency, and the ethical dimensions of free speech in contentious contexts. Chauvin frequently critiques legislative proposals like the Reforming Intelligence and Securing America Act (RISAA), advocating for stronger privacy safeguards.

Chauvin’s work bridges legal theory and practice, informed by his experience as a national security attorney. He has published analyses on topics ranging from conspiracy theory governance to educational speech rights, highlighting the intersection of law, ethics, and public policy. Active in legal academia, he contributes to debates on legal education reforms and scholarly publishing practices.

His social media presence (Twitter: @NoahChauvin, LinkedIn) reflects engagement with contemporary legal issues, particularly surveillance law and constitutional challenges. Despite no listed awards, his scholarly output demonstrates significant contributions to debates on civil liberties and national security.