Raymond H. Brescia

Raymond H. Brescia is the Hon. Harold R. Tyler Chair in Law and Technology and a Professor of Law at Albany Law School. His work focuses on legal technology, access to justice, financial crises, and social change. He has authored over 60 scholarly papers addressing topics such as the impact of technology on legal services, the subprime mortgage crisis, and the role of law in addressing systemic inequalities.

Research Interests: Brescia’s research spans legal innovation, AI in law, regulatory reform, and the intersection of technology and justice. He emphasizes how technological advancements can democratize legal services while addressing ethical and procedural challenges. His work on the financial crisis explores predatory practices and their societal impacts, advocating for regulatory reforms to prevent future crises.

Publications: His most cited works include analyses of the subprime mortgage crisis, the transformative potential of the sharing economy in legal services, and the use of AI to address the justice gap. He frequently publishes in law reviews such as the Buffalo Law Review, Nebraska Law Review, and Florida State University Law Review.

Contributions: Brescia has advised on policy reforms related to banking practices, consumer rights, and legal education. He co-authored studies on nonprofits’ legal needs and rural justice challenges, highlighting systemic gaps in access to legal resources.