Andrée Boisselle is an Associate Professor at Osgoode Hall Law School, York University, specializing in Indigenous legal orders, constitutional law, and postcolonial legal theory. Her research bridges comparative law, legal pluralism, and Indigenous-Settler legal relations. Education: BCL, LLB (McGill University) LLM (Université de Montréal) PhD candidate (University of Victoria) Her work critically examines constitutional arrangements, federalism, and the decolonization of legal frameworks, informed by primary sources and ethnographic research. She has supervised LLM students including Amar Bhatia and Neil Brooks. Scientific Awards: Quebec Association of Law Professors Prize (2008) Boisselle's doctoral research on Stó:lõ constitutionalism and Coast Salish legal traditions was supported by Trudeau Foundation and SSHRC scholarships. She previously practiced litigation in Québec with McCarthy Tétrault LLP and worked with the Supreme Court of Canada.
Lucian Arye Bebchuk holds the William J. Friedman and Alicia Townsend Friedman Professorship of Law, Economics, and Finance at Harvard Law School, a position he has maintained since 1998. He is additionally recognized as a Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, a Research Associate of the National Bureau of Economic Research, and a frequent academic visitor to Tel Aviv University. His academic foundation includes a B.A. in Mathematics and Economics from the University of Haifa, an LL.B. from Tel Aviv University, followed by advanced Harvard credentials: an M.A. and Ph.D. in Economics, and an LL.M. and S.J.D. from Harvard Law School. After a Harvard Society of Fellows fellowship, he joined Harvard Law School as an assistant professor in 1986, achieving full professorship by 1988. Bebchuk's research critically examines corporate governance through interdisciplinary law-finance lenses, with seminal contributions to understanding corporate acquisitions, reorganization mechanics, contractual freedom frameworks, and regulatory competition dynamics. His work extends to property law economics and litigation/settlement strategies, consistently challenging conventional paradigms in capital markets regulation. Recent publications reveal a concentrated critique of stakeholder capitalism movements, analyzing ESG compensation pitfalls, pandemic-era corporate purpose conflicts, and the destabilizing influence of concentrated institutional investors like index funds. His scholarship consistently questions whether stakeholder-oriented models deliver tangible value beyond shareholder primacy frameworks. Key recognitions include: Fellowship in the American Academy of Arts and Sciences NBER Research Associate status 2019 ECGI Law Series Prize for groundbreaking work on index fund governance As a Harvard Law School pillar for nearly four decades, Bebchuk has mentored generations of legal scholars and practitioners through rigorous supervision and collaborative research initiatives. His extensive publication record reflects sustained engagement with evolving corporate governance challenges, supported by prestigious academic affiliations and research networks across global institutions.
Rachel Wilhite is an Adjunct Professor and Assistant Director of Academic Success and Bar Preparation at Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University. She supports students through academic guidance and bar exam preparation, leveraging her experience as a former Chase student, trial team coach, and practicing attorney. Education: Juris Doctor (JD), Salmon P. Chase College of Law Bachelor of Arts (BA), Northern Kentucky University Her research and professional focus spans legal education, bar preparation, and clinical legal training, with an emphasis on practical skill development for law students. She also contributes to academic success programs designed to enhance student performance. Ms. Wilhite's career includes roles as a practicing attorney in family law, criminal law, real estate, probate, and general civil litigation, followed by founding her own firm specializing in family law, criminal law, and estate planning. She remains actively engaged in legal advocacy through pro bono work as a board member of Northern Kentucky Volunteer Lawyers. Teaching & Leadership: Lectures on Legal Analysis, Problem Solving, Legal Methods, and Legal Studies Coaches the Chase trial team
Polina Viktorovna Kryuchkova is a Professor at the National Research University Higher School of Economics (HSE), working within the Faculty of Economic Sciences and the Department of Applied Economics. She has been with HSE since 2009 and serves as the Scientific Director of the 'Economy and economic policy' educational program. In addition to her academic role, she has served as Deputy Minister of Economic Development of the Russian Federation since 2020, previously holding the position of Deputy Head of the Department of Economic Policy and Development of the Government of Moscow from 2015 to 2020. Dr. Kryuchkova earned her Candidate of Economic Sciences degree in 1998 and her Doctor of Economics degree from Moscow State University named after M.V. Lomonosov in 2006, specializing in Economic Theory. She was awarded the academic title of Associate Professor in 2010. Her educational background includes a 1993 graduation from Moscow State University with a specialty in 'Political Economy' and qualification as an 'Economist. Teacher of Political Economy.' Her research focuses on institutional economics, government regulation of the economy, self-regulation, economic analysis of law, antitrust and competition policy in Russia, technical regulation, and business self-regulation. Her work bridges theoretical economic frameworks with practical policy applications, particularly in the Russian context. She has made significant contributions to understanding how institutional frameworks affect market behavior and regulatory effectiveness. Dr. Kryuchkova has received numerous recognitions for her work, including a Gratitude from the First Vice-Rector of HSE (December 2023), a Letter of thanks from the Rector of HSE (November 2020), and a Gratitude from the Faculty of Economic Sciences (February 2020). She has also received academic work allowances for her contributions to HSE's reputation from 2011-2015. In terms of academic supervision, she has guided students through their research, including advising on thesis projects such as 'Economic factors of demand for civil law' by Andrey Dmitrievich Akvilev in 2013. Her teaching portfolio includes courses on Institutional Economics, Economics and Law, and Russian Economy across various academic programs. She has led numerous research projects, including work on self-regulation mechanisms (2010), analysis of socio-economic transformations in St. Petersburg (2009-2010), and ongoing research on competitive policy methods (2009-present). Her research has been supported by various governmental bodies including the Ministry of Economic Development.
Christine Kiracofe is a Professor and Department Head of Educational Studies at Purdue University , West Lafayette. She is a leading scholar in education law and finance , with a focus on school funding litigation , constitutional rights in education , and mediation in educational settings . Education: Ed.D. in Education Administration, University of Georgia (2004) M.P.A. in Public Administration, Purdue Global (2022) M.A. in Art History, University of Georgia (2000) B.A. in Art History & Health Sciences, Kalamazoo College (1997) Research Interests: Dr. Kiracofe’s research centers on the intersection of education law and finance , particularly school funding litigation and the constitutional and statutory rights of students, teachers, and administrators. She also explores mediation and conflict resolution as tools for educational leadership. Publications: Her work spans books , book chapters , and peer-reviewed articles , with a strong emphasis on policy reform , legal analysis , and equity in education . Recent publications address critical race theory in funding , service animals in higher education , and dress code litigation . Awards and Honors: Fellow, National Education Finance Academy Will Myers Memorial Scholarship Recipient, American Educational Finance Association Member, Phi Beta Kappa Heyl Scholarship Recipient, Kalamazoo College Teaching and Courses: Dr. Kiracofe teaches undergraduate and graduate courses including: EDST 20010 – Education Policies and Laws (Undergraduate) EDST 64000 – Higher Education Law (PhD) EDST 64300 – Economics and Finance of Higher Education (PhD) EDST 64700 – History of American Colleges & Universities (PhD) EDST 60900 – Legal Aspects of American K-12 Education (MEd) Professional Role: Since 2024, she has served as Department Head of Educational Studies at Purdue University, where she continues to lead in both academic scholarship and administrative excellence .
Ainhoa Gutierrez Barrenengoa is a Professor at the University of Deusto's Law School in the Department of Public Law. With over two decades of academic experience, she has established herself as a leading scholar in civil procedure law, disability rights, and the digital transformation of justice systems. Her work bridges traditional legal frameworks with contemporary challenges posed by technology and social change. Her research interests span multiple interconnected domains that reflect the evolving nature of legal practice. Gutierrez Barrenengoa has pioneered work on disability rights and access to justice, examining how legal systems can better accommodate persons with disabilities through procedural adjustments. She has also made significant contributions to understanding digital health law, particularly regarding telemedicine regulation and patient data privacy. Her scholarship on transgender rights, especially concerning minors' legal recognition across registries, education, and healthcare systems, demonstrates her commitment to inclusive legal frameworks. Additionally, she has extensively researched alternative dispute resolution mechanisms, exploring how mediation and conciliation can complement traditional judicial processes. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a clear trajectory toward the digital transformation of legal systems. Since 2020, over 60% of her work has focused on electronic court proceedings, videoconferencing in trials, digital transparency requirements, and the legal implications of emerging technologies like robotics. This shift reflects both her adaptability as a scholar and the growing importance of technology in legal practice. Her work consistently connects theoretical legal frameworks with practical implementation challenges, particularly regarding accessibility for vulnerable populations. Director of Revista Derecho, Empresa y Sociedad (RDES) (2013-2025) Member of Editorial Committee of Revista Derecho, Empresa y Sociedad (RDES) (2013-2025) Gutierrez Barrenengoa has supervised multiple doctoral students and served on thesis committees for significant legal research projects. Her current research portfolio includes projects funded by the European Commission (Decision-making framework for environmental policies), the Basque Government (Legal tools for transgender protection), and institutional initiatives (Digital Health: Technological and Scientific Challenges). She frequently collaborates with interdisciplinary teams spanning law, technology, healthcare, and social sciences. Her innovative approach to legal education includes integrating clinical legal education with service learning to address Sustainable Development Goals within law school curricula.
Masanori Okada is a Professor at Waseda University's School of Law, specializing in Public Law with a focus on Administrative Law, Constitutional Law, and State Compensation Systems. He holds both an LL.M. and LL.D. from Waseda University's Graduate School of Law and has maintained an active research and teaching career through 2025. Professor Okada's research interests encompass Public Law, Administrative Law, Constitutional Law, Human Rights, State Compensation Systems, Social Security Law, Local Autonomy, and Judicial Review. His work demonstrates a consistent focus on how administrative systems interact with individual rights, particularly in the context of state liability and judicial oversight. His research often examines specific legal cases to illuminate broader theoretical frameworks within Japanese administrative law. His recent publications (2023-2025) reveal a strong emphasis on practical applications of administrative law through case analysis, with numerous articles examining specific lawsuits across diverse areas including environmental regulation, nuclear disaster liability, local government autonomy, and social security administration. His work shows a methodological approach that connects detailed case analysis with broader theoretical questions about the Japanese administrative state. Professor Okada has published extensively on administrative law theory, with recent books including 'Administrative Law II Administrative Relief Law' (2024) and 'Administrative Law I General Theory of Administrative Law' (2022), demonstrating his commitment to both theoretical development and practical application of administrative law principles. He is actively engaged in research projects examining global administrative law perspectives and sustainable social security systems, with recent grants from the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science supporting his work through 2024. His teaching for the 2025 Fall Semester includes Advanced Administrative Law courses and Social Security and Administrative Law, reflecting his dual expertise in theoretical frameworks and practical applications.
Padraic Ryan serves as an Adjunct Professor at Toronto Metropolitan University's Lincoln Alexander School of Law while concurrently holding a full-time position as counsel at the Ministry of the Attorney General's Constitutional Law Branch for the Government of Ontario. In his government role, he represents Ontario in constitutional litigation across all court levels, specializing in Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms challenges, Ontario Human Rights Code disputes, and division of powers conflicts. His academic credentials include a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) from Carleton University and a Juris Doctor from the University of Toronto Faculty of Law. Professional experience encompasses law clerkships at both the Federal Court of Canada and South Africa's Constitutional Court, providing foundational expertise in comparative constitutional adjudication. Professor Ryan's scholarly focus centers on practical constitutional and administrative law applications, with particular emphasis on civil litigation methodology. He actively integrates real-world government litigation experience into first-year legal education, stating: "Teaching students about the practical aspects of litigation within their first year of law school is a brilliant innovation in legal education that I’m thrilled to be part of." This practice-oriented approach defines his pedagogical contribution to legal training. As an adjunct faculty member, he bridges theoretical legal education with active government practice, enhancing the law school's connection to public sector jurisprudence. His current dual-role structure supports the institution's mission through practitioner-informed curriculum development without dedicated research teams or laboratories.
Helen Anne Gaebler serves as a Lecturer and Senior Research Attorney at the William Wayne Justice Center for Public Interest Law within the School of Law at the University of Texas at Austin. She directs the law school's Pro Bono Parole Project and serves as director of Community Engagement for the University's Initiative for Law, Societies, and Justice. Ms. Gaebler is an active member of the Austin/Travis County Reentry Roundtable and the Texas Supreme Court Children's Commission Parent Resource Work Group. Her educational background includes a JD and BA from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Prior professional experience encompasses Assistant Director roles at the University of Arizona's Frances McClelland Institute, service as Assistant Attorney General in Arizona, trial attorney work at the U.S. Department of Justice, litigation practice at WilmerHale in Washington D.C., and a clerkship with Wisconsin Supreme Court Chief Justice Nathan Heffernan. Ms. Gaebler's research and teaching focus on criminal legal system reform, with specialized expertise in parole procedures, reentry programming, and child welfare law intersections. She has taught courses including Reentry Challenges & Practices, Topics in Reentry, and Child Welfare Law & Policy since 2014, with upcoming spring 2025 instruction confirmed. Her work gained national attention through USA Today and Dallas Morning News coverage discussing Texas parole backlogs during the COVID-19 pandemic. Through the Pro Bono Parole Project, she recruits and supervises law students representing parole-eligible women in central Texas correctional facilities. Her community engagement extends to providing research support for statewide reentry organizations and contributing to policy discussions via the Texas Supreme Court Children's Commission.
Lauren H. Cohen is the L.E. Simmons Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School, with joint appointments in the Finance and Entrepreneurial Management Units. He is also a Research Associate at the National Bureau of Economic Research and serves as Editor of the Review of Financial Studies. Professor Cohen teaches across multiple Harvard programs including the MBA, Executive Education, and Doctoral programs, with a focus on Family Enterprise, Investment Management, and Innovation. Professor Cohen received his PhD in finance and an MBA from the University of Chicago in 2005. He earned dual undergraduate degrees from the University of Pennsylvania - a BSE from the Wharton School and a BA in economics from the College of Arts & Sciences in 2001. Professor Cohen's research spans several interconnected domains in finance and innovation. His work on patent trolls has significantly shaped understanding of non-practicing entities in intellectual property. He has also made substantial contributions to understanding bond fund misclassification, the impact of internal deadlines on drug approvals, and how subtle changes in financial reporting ("Lazy Prices") convey important signals about firm operations. His research frequently examines the intersection of finance, law, and innovation policy, with particular attention to how information asymmetries and institutional structures affect market outcomes. Analysis of Professor Cohen's recent publications reveals a consistent focus on information asymmetry and market inefficiencies across multiple domains. His work spans financial markets (bond fund misclassification, lazy prices), innovation policy (patent trolls, drug approvals), and corporate governance (anti-bribery enforcement). A common thread is examining how seemingly minor institutional details or behavioral patterns can have significant economic consequences. His research increasingly bridges traditional finance with technology, law, and policy considerations, reflecting the growing complexity of modern financial systems. National Science Foundation Early Career Development (CAREER) Award for research on Relationships in Finance Named "Cutting Edge Academic" by Pensions & Investments (2008) Named "Top 40 Under 40 Business School Professor" by Poets & Quants (2017) Multiple Smith Breeden Distinguished Paper Prizes from the Journal of Finance Richard A. Crowell Memorial Award from PanAgora Asset Management Numerous other research awards across finance, economics, and law domains Professor Cohen serves as an advisor to government organizations including the United States Securities and Exchange Commission and United States Patent & Trademark Office, and has testified before the United States Congress. He has consulted with top hedge funds in the industry and served as an expert witness in high-profile litigation cases. His research has been supported by multiple National Science Foundation grants, including his CAREER Award. Professor Cohen has also served on the Advisory Boards of Oppenheimer Funds, Cake Financial, and Quadriserv, Inc. Professor Cohen is actively involved in executive education, having designed and co-chaired the HBS Executive Education course 'Building a Legacy: Family Office Wealth Management' and the HarvardX Fintech course. He has also designed a first-of-its-kind MBA course on Family Offices entitled 'How to Not Bankrupt Your Family.' His applied work bridges academic research with practical implementation in family offices, fintech, and innovation policy.
Sara J. Berman serves as Professor of Lawyering Skills and Director of the Academic Success Program at the University of Southern California's Gould School of Law. She previously held leadership roles at the AccessLex Center for Legal Education Excellence in Washington, D.C., and faculty/administrative positions across law schools in California, New York, and Florida. Her research focuses on critical legal education challenges including student success methodologies, bar examination preparation, professional licensing systems, and innovations in distance learning. As an early adopter of online legal education, she taught for 15 years at the first fully online law school. Her work significantly addresses the needs of self-represented litigants within the justice system. Berman directs USC's Academic Success Program, overseeing initiatives that enhance student performance and bar passage rates. Her strategic leadership in academic support programs has shaped national conversations about legal education accessibility and effectiveness.
Lisa A. Everhart serves as Clinical Assistant Professor of Law and Director of the Lawyering Skills Program at The Catholic University of America's Columbus School of Law. She joined the institution in 1998 as a part-time instructor, transitioned to full-time faculty in 2004, and assumed directorship of the Lawyering Skills Program in 2005. Her teaching responsibilities include Legal Drafting (specializing in transactional documents) and Legal Reasoning and Writing within the LL.M. program offered jointly with Jagiellonian University, Kraków, Poland. Education: J.D. from The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law B.A. in Honors English from Georgetown University Professor Everhart's expertise centers on legal writing pedagogy and transactional law, with significant professional experience in government contracts litigation and counseling. Her background includes legal publishing leadership at West Group where she managed editorial teams and analyzed federal procurement law developments. She maintains active engagement with legal ethics through her prior service on the D.C. Board on Professional Responsibility. She currently advises CUA's Women's Law Caucus and has dedicated decades to volunteer work supporting abandoned and abused children in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, reflecting her commitment to community service beyond academia.
Matteo Pacilli is a tenure-track researcher (RTT) in Civil Procedural Law at the Department of Law of the University of Urbino Carlo Bo. He teaches Civil Procedural Law, Elements of Civil Procedural Law of Labor, and Bankruptcy Law. Previously, he served as a type A researcher at the University of Bologna (Ravenna campus), research fellow at the University of Brescia, and contract professor at both institutions. He earned his PhD in Institutions, Markets and Protections with a focus on Civil Procedural Law from the University of Bologna, where he also graduated with highest honors in Law. His educational background demonstrates a strong foundation in Italian legal studies with specialization in procedural law. Pacilli's research focuses on contemporary issues in civil procedure, including European judicial cooperation, bankruptcy law, and civil execution procedures. His work examines the intersection of national civil procedure with EU regulations, particularly regarding cross-border litigation and account preservation orders. He has conducted significant analysis of the Cartabia reform of Italian civil procedure and has published extensively on specific articles of the civil procedure code. His recent publications show a clear trend toward European harmonization of civil procedures, with increasing attention to implementation of EU regulations within the Italian legal framework. His 2024 publication on the European Account Preservation Order Procedure demonstrates his engagement with cutting-edge developments in cross-border civil litigation. National scientific qualification for university professor functions of the second level in competitive sector 12/F1 - Civil Procedural Law Regular member of the Italian Association of Civil Procedure Scholars Pacilli has supervised various academic activities including high-level training courses on social and legal practices in migrant reception and integration, and labor justice courses within the annual Master's program in Labor Law at the University of Bologna. His research has been supported through various academic positions including research fellowships and contract professorships across multiple Italian universities. He actively participates as a speaker in qualification courses, high-level training events, seminars, and scientific conferences. His academic activities are centered around the Department of Law at the University of Urbino, where he contributes to both research and teaching missions. His work bridges theoretical legal scholarship with practical applications in civil procedure, particularly in areas affected by European integration.
Lisa B. Coffman serves as an Adjunct Professor of Law at San Joaquin College of Law, teaching Species Protection Policy and Law, while concurrently working as a career law clerk and staff attorney for the United States District Court for the Eastern District of California. She supports federal judges including Oliver W. Wanger, Lawrence J. O'Neill, and Dale A Drozd, having previously clerked for District Judge James Robertson in the District of Columbia. Her educational background includes: J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center A.B. in Environmental Science and Public Policy from Harvard/Radcliffe College Professor Coffman specializes in environmental law, water law, and administrative law, leveraging her dual expertise in legal frameworks and environmental science. Her work focuses on species protection policy, natural resource management, and the intersection of public policy with federal regulatory processes, reflecting the complex environmental cases she handles in federal court. Her scholarly output demonstrates interdisciplinary engagement across health policy and criminal law. The 2002 criminal procedure review analyzes evolving federal rules and constitutional challenges, while the 1998 health policy article examines market-based healthcare solutions through employer-driven value purchasing models. These publications reveal her analytical approach to regulatory systems and policy implementation across distinct legal domains. As a judicial law clerk, Professor Coffman provides critical legal analysis for federal judges without formal student advising responsibilities. Her position involves no externally funded research grants but requires deep engagement with ongoing litigation and judicial decision-making processes. Her professional work occurs within federal judicial chambers, functioning as an integral member of judicial teams that manage complex environmental, water rights, and administrative law cases across the Eastern District of California.
Professor Xin WANG serves as Professor and Head of the Accounting and Law Area at The University of Hong Kong (HKU), where he has been faculty since 2011 after previously teaching at The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK). Promoted to full Professor in 2019, he holds leadership roles including Chairman of the Departmental Research Postgraduate Committee and Faculty Review Committee. His academic credentials include: PhD in Accounting, Duke University, Durham NC, USA MS in Accounting, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China BA in Accounting, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China WANG's research examines financial reporting quality , management earnings forecasts , sell-side analyst behavior , corporate governance structures , and insider trading dynamics . His work investigates how information asymmetry impacts capital markets through rigorous empirical analysis of disclosure practices, governance mechanisms, and regulatory environments. He has published extensively in premier journals including The Accounting Review and Journal of Accounting and Economics . His 12 most recent publications (2006-2022) reveal consistent focus on governance-tax planning interactions, site visit information transmission, political uncertainty effects, and market efficiency. Methodologically, he employs large-scale datasets with advanced econometric techniques to analyze financial reporting quality across international contexts and corporate structures. His scholarly recognition includes: Best Paper Award at The Sixth Annual Research Conference of CAPANA (2013) Best Paper Award at the American Accounting Association International Section Midyear Meeting (2010) WANG teaches across HKU's academic programs including undergraduate Intermediate Financial Accounting and Master of Accounting Management Accounting courses. His administrative leadership in Faculty Higher Degrees and Research Committees demonstrates commitment to academic governance. While specific grant details aren't provided, his publication volume indicates substantial research funding support for empirical accounting studies.
