Prentice L. White

Prentice L. White is a Professor and the Associate Vice Chancellor for the Evening Division and Emerging Program at Southern University Law Center. A 1995 alumnus of SULC, he joined the faculty in 2001 after serving as an Assistant District Attorney and Senior Research Attorney, specializing in criminal appellate litigation.

• Education: B.A. from Xavier University of Louisiana (1991), MBA from University of New Orleans (2001), J.D. from Southern University Law Center (1995).

Research interests span Criminal Law, Civil Procedure, Tort Law, and Legal Education, with a focus on Judicial Accountability, Domestic Violence Legislation, and Environmental Tort Law. His publications analyze legal reforms for domestic violence, judicial immunity, plea negotiations, and environmental liability.

Notable trends in his articles include critiques of judicial discretion in criminal justice, advocacy for victim compensation in ecological disasters, and pedagogical approaches to legal education. His work bridges Legislative Analysis, Civil Rights, and Legal Ethics.

Professional Background: He teaches courses such as Civil Law Property, Criminal Procedure, and Advanced Legal Writing, leveraging his experience in state and federal appellate courts.