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Shirley Lin is an Associate Professor of Law at Brooklyn Law School. Her research focuses on Critical Race Theory, Employment Law, Disability Law, and Contracts. She holds a J.D. from CUNY School of Law and a B.A. in Spanish and Women's Studies from Dartmouth College (cum laude). Professor Lin serves as Chair-Elect of the AALS Section on Labor Relations and Employment Law, and contributes to the American Bar Association. Her scholarship bridges legal theory with social justice, addressing race, disability, and gender in political-economic contexts.
Education:
- J.D., City University of New York School of Law
- B.A. in Spanish and Women's Studies, Dartmouth College (cum laude)
Research interests include the intersection of law and marginalized identities, with emphasis on workplace discrimination and systemic inequities. She critiques privatized public law frameworks in labor contexts and advocates for inclusive legal reforms.
Publications span major law reviews and edited volumes, including Emory Law Journal and New York University Law Review. Her work frequently addresses Title VII, disability accommodations, and LGBTQ+ rights.
Professionally, she balances academia with advocacy: previously a senior attorney at Outten & Golden LLP, and Skadden Fellow at the Asian American Legal Defense & Education Fund. She also led community initiatives for immigrant rights post-9/11.
Labs/Teams: Active in Brooklyn Law School's public service initiatives and interdisciplinary legal research networks.
