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Professor Wesley Oliver is a faculty member at the Kline School of Law, Duquesne University, and serves as Director of the Law and Computing Program. He specializes in integrating computer science principles into legal education, focusing on programming solutions for legal challenges. The program, launched in 2023-24, emphasizes foundational coding skills for lawyers without prior technical backgrounds.
Education & Professional Background: Oliver has been teaching courses like Coding for Lawyers since 2021. His work leverages generative AI to enhance student learning, allowing faster progress in syntax and problem-solving.
Research & Program Focus: The Law and Computing Concentration prepares students for roles in legal tech teams, e-discovery, and software development. Key courses include Statistics and Machine Learning and Data Structures. Oliver aims to expand the program into a tech-focused JD track, delaying traditional courses like Property to prioritize advanced programming.
Student Outcomes: Graduates like Joe Pisano demonstrate the program’s success, though some pursue non-traditional legal paths. The hybrid skill set of law and coding is highlighted as critical for modern legal practice.
Future Initiatives: Oliver plans to introduce a tech-focused first-year curriculum, enabling students to engage in legal tech internships earlier. This reflects the growing demand for professionals bridging legal and computational expertise.
