Pantea Yashar

Pantea Yashar is an Associate Professor of Legal Analysis, Writing, and Skills at Southwestern Law School. She previously served as an Adjunct Professor teaching Trial Advocacy there. A seasoned trial attorney specializing in real property and large-scale commercial/residential development projects, she was a Partner at Ervin Cohen & Jessup LLP since 2009 and began her career at Kirkland & Ellis LLP. She also acted as a Special Deputy Prosecutor for Hermosa Beach City Attorney's office, trying misdemeanor cases.

Education:

• B.A., Psychology, University of California, Los Angeles (2001, summa cum laude)
• J.D., Harvard Law School (2004)

Professional Affiliations:

• Executive Board Member, Harvard Law School Association (post-Presidency of LA Chapter)
• Co-founder & President, HLS Jewish Alumni Network

Research & Expertise: Focuses on improving legal writing precision, trial advocacy techniques, and real estate litigation strategies. Her practice experience informs teaching methods emphasizing practical legal skills.

Awards:

• Repeated Super Lawyers recognition (Rising Star then Top Attorney)
• "Woman of Influence" (2022-2023)
• "Minority Leader of Influence" (2023)

Courses Taught: LAWS I: Legal Writing, LAWS II: Trial Practice, and Trial Advocacy courses. Known for integrating real-world litigation experience into pedagogy.