Richard T. Middleton

Dr. Richard T. Middleton is a tenured Professor of Political Science at the University of Missouri-St. Louis and an Adjunct Professor of Law at St. Louis University School of Law. His work bridges political theory, legal practice, and critical race studies.

• BA in Political Science, Xavier University of Louisiana
• PhD in Political Science, University of Missouri-Columbia
• JD, St. Louis University School of Law

Research Interests: Dr. Middleton's scholarship focuses on systemic racial disparities, immigration law, and intersections between political identity and legal systems. His publications include critical analyses of race relations (e.g., Cities, Mayors, and Race Relations), legal inequities (Unequal Protection of the Law), and transnational identity studies (Unmastering the Script with Sheridan Wigginton).

Publications Trends: His work spans empirical political science, critical legal theory, and sociocultural analysis, often contextualizing contemporary race, immigration, and civil rights issues within historical frameworks.

Scientific Awards:

• Alpha Sigma Nu Honor Society
• Theodore McMillian Scholar
• Dean’s Scholar

Legal Practice: Dr. Middleton operates a solo practice in immigration law and criminal defense, licensed in Missouri state courts, federal district courts, and immigration tribunals. He provides pro bono services through the MICA Project and Crisis Nursery's Latino Outreach Project, with specialized training in family-based immigration law.