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Rachel Moran is a Professor and Robins Kaplan Director of Clinical Education at the University of St. Thomas School of Law. She founded the Criminal and Juvenile Defense Clinic and teaches full-time. Her expertise includes criminal law, juvenile justice, and police accountability.
Education:
- JD, Chicago-Kent College of Law (High Honors, Law Review)
- LLM, University of Denver Sturm College of Law
- BA, Houghton College
Her research focuses on police accountability, policing reforms, and public access to misconduct records. She has been awarded the Dean’s Excellence in Scholarship, Outstanding Teaching, and Professor of the Year awards. In 2024, she was a Fulbright U.S. Scholar.
Her articles analyze issues like protest laws, police misconduct transparency, and Brady rule compliance. She frequently comments on law enforcement matters for major media outlets.
Awards:
- Fulbright U.S. Scholar (2024)
- Dean’s Award for Excellence in Scholarship
- Dean’s Award for Outstanding Teaching
- Professor of the Year
She previously worked as a criminal defense attorney and appellate defender, advocating for juvenile sentencing reforms. At Denver Sturm College of Law, she was a Clinical Fellow and coached national mock trial teams. Her current focus includes supervising student research and writing (LAWS 950-12).
