David Rosenberg is the Lee S. Kreindler Professor of Law at Harvard Law School. He joined the faculty part-time in 1971 and full-time in 1979. His work spans constitutional law, labor law, criminal law, federal courts, torts, environmental law, civil procedure, and litigation, with a focus on policy-oriented approaches to complex litigation and mass torts. Education: Juris Doctor from New York University Law School (1967) Practice: Formed Rosenberg, Baker and Fine (Cambridge, 1972) His research pioneers probabilistically proportioned liability, class action frameworks, and socially responsible civil liability design. Recent collaborations include analyzing attorney fee benchmarking (2024) and healthcare insurer roles in medical device regulation (2022). Contact: mdr@law.Harvard.edu
Dr. Sławomir Driczinski is an Assistant Professor at the University of Szczecin's Faculty of Law and Administration, specializing in labor law and civil law intersections. His research focuses on working time regulations, employment ethics, and legal aspects of labor relations. He has practiced law for over 20 years, specializing in employment law litigation and HR training. He holds a PhD from the University of Szczecin (2000) and has authored numerous scientific and popular science publications. Driczinski teaches labor law, legal clinics, and professional pragmatics at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, previously also at private universities. He served as head of postgraduate studies in labor law and occupational safety, and currently acts as the Dean's anti-discrimination and violence representative. His professional activities include Wolters Kluwer collaborations, HR course development, and union leadership roles. His research emphasizes judicial interpretations of labor code provisions (e.g., working time definitions, employment claim cumulation), civil law applications in labor disputes, and systemic gaps in labor legislation.
Dr. Cristie Ford is a Professor at the Peter A. Allard School of Law, University of British Columbia. She holds a B.A. from the University of Alberta, J.D. from the University of Victoria, LL.M. and J.S.D. from Columbia Law School. Her research focuses on administrative law, securities regulation, and regulatory governance, with particular emphasis on innovation’s impact on regulatory frameworks. She authored Innovation and the State: Finance, Regulation, and Justice (Cambridge, 2017) and co-authored Canadian Securities Regulation (5th ed., 2014). Recent publications include 'The Legal Innovation Sandbox' (2024) and 'Regulation as Respect' (2023). Professor Ford has served as Associate Dean for Research and the Legal Profession, advised national and international regulators, and lectured globally. Her work has been cited by the Supreme Court of Canada. She previously practiced law in Vancouver and New York, specializing in securities litigation at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP. She holds non-practicing membership in the Law Societies of BC and New York. Her research interests include regulatory design, financial innovation, access to justice, and the governance of legal professions. She co-edits Regulation & Governance and sits on editorial boards for leading journals. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges legal theory and practical regulatory challenges, emphasizing adaptive frameworks to address innovation-driven regulatory complexities.
Dr. Carol Liao is an Associate Professor at the University of British Columbia's Allard School of Law and UBC Sauder Distinguished Fellow at the Peter P. Dhillon Centre for Business Ethics. She holds a B.A.H. from Queen’s University, LL.B. and LL.M. from UBC, and a Ph.D./S.J.D. (joint) from UBC and the University of Toronto. Her research focuses on corporate law and sustainability, climate governance, and social justice. She co-directs the UBC Centre for Climate Justice and chairs the Canada Climate Law Initiative, advancing climate risk and fiduciary obligation knowledge. Dr. Liao has delivered over 200 global talks on sustainable business and been featured in 100+ media outlets. Her grants include SSHRC funding for sustainable corporate governance research and involvement in the Future Minerals Initiative. She served as Director of the Centre for Business Law (2019-2023), overseeing 125+ professional events and experiential programs. Her community-engaged work includes roles with the Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers (FACL BC), YWCA Metro Vancouver, and InBC Investment Corporation. Her awards include Canada’s Clean50 Award (2024), Top 25 Most Influential Lawyers (2024), and recognition as one of Canada’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women. Her teaching spans Business Organizations, Contract Law, and Corporate Social Responsibility. She sits on boards of the Canadian Foundation for Governance Research and the UVic Centre for Asia-Pacific Initiatives, among others.
Zen Makuch is a prominent academic and legal expert in environmental policy, sustainability, and international law, holding the title of Professor at Imperial College London's Centre for Environmental Policy (part of the Faculty of Natural Sciences). He serves as Director of Sustainable Transitions and has led interdisciplinary research and education programs addressing climate change, agriculture, and energy systems. His affiliations include the Grantham Institute, the Network of Excellence in Air Quality, and the Energy Policy group. Key professional roles include Head of the Centre for Environmental Policy (2011–2017), where he expanded research revenue and diversity initiatives, and Sessional Professorships at institutions like the University of Leuven and University of Malta. He has advised governments, international bodies (WTO, World Bank), and NGOs on regulatory frameworks for sustainability, trade, and climate change. His research focuses on climate mitigation technologies (e.g., CCS), environmental law, and policy innovation. Notable contributions include co-creating the WTO Committee on Trade and Environment and designing climate-resilient financial services for African food supply chains. Awards include multiple teaching accolades and recognition from the Canadian Prime Minister for treaty negotiations. Zen has authored over 200 publications and pioneered experiential learning programs in sustainability management. His current projects address global energy transitions, regulatory design for emerging technologies, and climate justice.
Paula Becker Alexander, Ph.D. is an Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Management at Seton Hall University. She specializes in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Business Ethics, and Human Resource Management. Her research focuses on firm financial performance, executive compensation, socially responsible management practices, and human rights in business. Education: MA in Asian Studies, Seton Hall University (2007) JD in Labor and Employment Law, NYU School of Law (1994) PhD in Sociology, Rutgers University (1979) BA in Psychology with a focus on Chordate Biology, Trinity College (1967) Research & Professional Contributions: Dr. Alexander authored Corporate Social Irresponsibility (Routledge, 2015), with a second edition forthcoming in 2025. Her work bridges law, ethics, and management, particularly in areas like sexual harassment, leadership during crises, and global human rights litigation. She has presented at conferences such as the Society for Business Ethics and the Academy of Management. Service & Leadership: She serves as Secretary of the Sidney Reitman Employment Law American Inn of Court and chairs the Sister Rose Thering Fund board. Her teaching spans MBA and undergraduate programs, emphasizing CSR and diversity. Recent Work: Her 2022 presentation on spirituality in business retreats and 2021 analysis of sexual harassment in the gig economy reflect her commitment to contemporary organizational challenges.
Blake Klinkner is an Assistant Professor at the University of North Dakota School of Law, specializing in free speech, artificial intelligence, cyber law, and ethics. His work addresses the intersection of technology, legal systems, and civil rights. University of North Dakota School of Law Central States Law Schools Association Vice President (2024-2025) Research focuses on AI governance, digital ethics, and constitutional law, particularly social media's legal implications. His scholarship explores eDiscovery, cybersecurity, and higher education's technological evolution. Recent articles and presentations include analyses of AI-generated court transcription, TikTok bans, and free speech chilling effects from lawsuits like the Greenpeace defamation case. He advocates for ethical navigation of AI in legal and academic contexts. 2024 Outstanding Advisor Award (University of North Dakota)
Dr. Charles Smith is a Professor at the University of Houston-Downtown since 2000, specializing in Finance, Real Estate Finance, Business Finance, and Personal Finance. He earned his Ph.D. in Urban and Regional Science from Texas A&M University, an MBA from Louisiana State University, and a BS in Economics from McNeese State University. Research Focus: Real Estate Economics, Tax Policy, Applied Econometrics, Commercial Property Management, and Educational Methodology Teaching: Courses in Business Finance and Real Estate Finance since 2020, with over 25 years of experience at UHD. Service: Active in academic committees including Faculty Awards, Academic Assessment, and junior faculty mentoring. His publications focus on tax credits, apartment market analysis, and educational pedagogy. Recent work examines the economic impact of research tax credits and service learning methodologies. Earlier research analyzed Houston apartment markets, banking industry dynamics, and real estate valuation techniques. Professional activities include editorial review board membership and conference presentations on topics like tax policy and educational outcomes. Public service involvement spans homeless shelter volunteering and animal rescue work.
Horst Eidenmueller is a Statutory Professor for Commercial Law at the University of Oxford's Faculty of Law. He also serves as a Research Associate at the European Corporate Governance Institute (ECGI) in Brussels. His academic career spans multiple decades with significant contributions to corporate law, insolvency law, and the intersection of artificial intelligence with legal systems. Professor Eidenmueller's research interests focus on Corporate Law , Insolvency and Bankruptcy Law , European Company Law , and the emerging field of Artificial Intelligence and Law . His work examines how traditional legal frameworks adapt to technological advancements, particularly in dispute resolution, corporate governance, and restructuring processes. He has extensively analyzed regulatory competition in European company law and the implications of AI on legal concepts like agency, liability, and decision-making. His scholarly output reveals a clear trajectory toward increasingly technology-focused legal scholarship, with recent publications examining AI negotiators, digital dispute resolution systems, and the implications of autonomous systems on traditional legal concepts. The research spans both theoretical legal analysis and practical implications for policy-making, particularly in European contexts. While no specific scientific awards are mentioned in the provided text, Professor Eidenmueller's work has garnered significant academic attention with numerous downloads and citations across SSRN, indicating substantial scholarly impact. His academic collaborations span multiple institutions across Europe, reflecting the international nature of his research on European corporate governance and insolvency frameworks. He frequently works with colleagues from Oxford, Cambridge, and various German and European institutions, contributing to the development of comparative legal scholarship.
Rachel Rebouché serves as Dean and James E. Beasley Professor of Law at Temple University's James E. Beasley School of Law in Philadelphia. Her leadership role combines administrative responsibilities with active scholarly engagement in constitutional law, particularly as it intersects with reproductive rights and healthcare access. As a prominent legal scholar in the post-Dobbs era, she has emerged as a key voice analyzing evolving legal landscapes surrounding abortion access and reproductive healthcare. Professor Rebouché's research interests center on abortion law and reproductive rights, with significant contributions to understanding the legal implications of the Dobbs decision. Her work explores innovative legal strategies including abortion shield laws, telehealth for abortion access, and interjurisdictional conflicts in reproductive healthcare. She also examines intersections of gender and patent law, and analyzes how public health frameworks can strengthen reproductive rights advocacy. Her scholarship consistently bridges theoretical legal analysis with practical implications for healthcare access and policy. Her recent publications demonstrate a clear trend toward immediate, practical legal responses to the post-Dobbs landscape, with a particular focus on how states can protect abortion access through shield laws and telehealth. Collaborating frequently with David S. Cohen and Greer Donley, her work spans constitutional law, health law, and administrative law, addressing both doctrinal issues and real-world implementation challenges. Her scholarship is characterized by timely interventions in ongoing legal debates, often appearing as amicus briefs in major Supreme Court cases. Professor Rebouché appears to be actively engaged in legal advocacy through her scholarly work, particularly in the realm of reproductive rights litigation. While specific details about her advising relationships and grant funding aren't provided in the available information, her extensive publication record and leadership position suggest significant contributions to legal education and mentorship at Temple University's law school.
Christian Sundquist is a Professor of Law at the University of Pittsburgh School of Law . His scholarship intersects legal theory, critical race studies, and technology, addressing systemic inequality and social justice within legal frameworks. Focuses on racial bias in legal education, juries, and evidence law Explores surveillance technologies during public health crises Investigates intersections of genetics, bioethics, and constitutional law Challenges meritocratic and "grit" narratives in legal pedagogy Recent work examines Surveillance Normalization (2023) and Presumed Guilty (2024), analyzing how marginalized communities face disproportionate legal risks during pandemics and immigration cases. His publications span interdisciplinary topics including AI, privacy law, and racial equity. Dr. Sundquist's research has been cited in journals like Harvard Civil Rights-Civil Liberties Law Review and Denver Law Review , though no formal awards are listed in the provided materials.
Ivan Marinovic is an Associate Professor of Accounting at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business . His research focuses on financial accounting , executive compensation , and corporate governance issues related to information asymmetry and disclosure strategies. Affiliation: Graduate School of Business, Stanford University Key research areas include: Dynamics of earnings management and disclosure quality Structural estimation in accounting research Information economics in equity markets Executive compensation contract design Financial reporting credibility and litigation risk Recent publication trends show emphasis on cancel culture effects on social learning, dynamic monitoring frameworks, and CEO pay structures in high-profile cases like Elon Musk's compensation. His work appears in journals such as: The Accounting Review Journal of Accounting & Economics Journal of Accounting Research RAND Journal of Economics
Keri Arnold is a Lecturer in Law and Adjunct Faculty member at Columbia University's Columbia Law School. She is a partner at Wilkinson Stekloff, a law firm specializing in trial law, and previously held a similar role at Arnold & Porter LLP. Her work focuses on defending product liability cases for pharmaceutical, energy, and tobacco companies. B.A. in Biology and Music from University of Colorado J.D. from University of Colorado Law School Her research and teaching interests center on product liability litigation, mass torts, and strategies for preparing scientific expert witnesses for trial. She has published and spoken extensively on these topics. Keri teaches the Spring 2025 course L6354 Drug Product Liability Litigation at Columbia Law School. Her expertise spans legal strategies for managing large-scale product liability cases and advising on pharmaceutical risk mitigation.
Joan-Francesc Pont Clemente (Barcelona, 1957) is a Professor of Financial and Tax Law at the University of Barcelona, where he has been affiliated since 1982. He served as Secretary (1989-1992) and Director (1992-1998, 2004-2005) of the Graduate School of Business Studies, and held significant administrative roles including Delegate of the Rector for Relations with Society (2001-2005) and General Director of the Institute for Continuing Education (2005-2007). He is a Full Member of the Royal European Academy of Doctors (since 2014) and Member of Section 4 at the Royal Academy of Economic and Financial Sciences since 1999. Dr. Pont Clemente's research spans Tax Law, Business Administration, Economics, Secularism, and Philosophy. His scholarly work examines the intersection of fiscal policy with social philosophy, exploring how tax systems reflect and shape societal values. He has published extensively on tax administration, taxpayer rights, and the philosophical foundations of economic systems, with particular attention to secularism and freethought. His research demonstrates a consistent focus on power dynamics between tax authorities and citizens, while also exploring broader philosophical questions about citizenship and societal organization. His publications reveal a career-long engagement with both technical tax issues and broader philosophical inquiries. Early work focused on precise tax mechanisms and administrative procedures, while later publications increasingly incorporated philosophical perspectives on secularism, citizenship, and societal organization. This evolution demonstrates his unique interdisciplinary approach that bridges legal technicality with humanistic philosophy, particularly evident in his recent works addressing contemporary challenges like the societal impact of the pandemic. 1983 Lancuentra Foundation Prize for tax research Sole runner-up award for tax research from the Spanish Association of Tax Advisors (1985) Prix International Laïcité in Paris (December 2017) Dr. Pont Clemente has directed the interuniversity research group Seminar on Business Tax Law at the University of Barcelona since 2008 (previously serving as deputy director from 1993-2008). He has been actively involved in numerous academic and professional organizations, including serving as co-editor of Management & Empresa (1994-2004) and on editorial boards of several academic journals. His leadership extends to various foundations including the Francisco Ferrer Guardia Foundation (since 1987) and the Eugen Bleuler Foundation (since 2015). As director of the Seminar on Business Tax Law research group and through his extensive publications, Dr. Pont Clemente has established a significant academic presence bridging legal scholarship with philosophical inquiry. His work on secularism and freethought represents a distinctive contribution that connects fiscal policy with broader questions of societal organization and individual freedom.
David Wiedis is an Adjunct Professor at the School of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Cairn University , where he has taught legal, ethical, and professional issues in counseling since 2002. He holds a JD from Villanova University School of Law , an MS in Christian Counseling from Cairn University , and a BS in History and Education from The College of New Jersey . Legal and ethical frameworks in counseling Radiation litigation and toxic tort law Nuclear utility defense strategies ALARA principle in radiation safety Christian counseling integration His publications focus on radiation injury litigation, causation analysis, and legal defenses. He has received honors such as winning the Villanova Law Review's Theodore L. Reimel Moot Court Competition and delivering a commencement address at Life Theological Seminary in India. He has served on advisory boards for radiation safety, family institutes, and ministries, blending legal expertise with Christian counseling through his ministry ServingLeaders Ministries .
