Paul Hoffman

Paul Hoffman is an Adjunct Professor at the University of California, Irvine School of Law, serving as Director of the Civil Rights Clinic and Co-Director of the International Human Rights Clinic. He is a partner at Schonbrun DeSimone Seplow Harris & Hoffman, LLP, specializing in constitutional and civil rights litigation, including First Amendment, discrimination, privacy, and business litigation. His practice also focuses on civil and criminal appeals. Hoffman has contributed to international human rights efforts through organizations like ACLU Southern California and Amnesty International's International Executive Committee. He graduated from New York University School of Law.

Education:

• J.D., New York University School of Law

Research Interests: Hoffman’s work centers on civil rights litigation, human rights advocacy, and legal strategies addressing systemic discrimination. His practice spans domestic and global issues, emphasizing First Amendment protections, privacy rights, and corporate accountability. He has pioneered innovative approaches to litigation that bridge domestic and international human rights frameworks.

Awards:

• Recipient of the 2017 Alexander Law Prize from Santa Clara Law School for leadership in human rights work.

Teaching & Clinics: Hoffman instructs courses such as Advanced Civil Rights Litigation Clinic and International Human Rights Clinic. His clinical programs empower students to engage in real-world litigation addressing civil rights violations and global human rights challenges.

Professional Affiliations: Active with the ACLU Foundation of Southern California (former Legal Director) and Amnesty International’s International Executive Committee.