جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Mike Martinez Jr.مشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Legal Research and Writing
• Law Library Management
• Information Technology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mike Martinez Jr. is a Professor and Director of the Sarita Kenedy East Law Library at St. Mary’s University School of Law. He holds a J.D. (2000) from St. Mary’s and an M.S.I.S. (2005) from the University of Texas at Austin, along with a B.A. (1996) from UT Austin. His work focuses on legal research methodologies, law library innovation, and integrating information technology into legal education. As Director, he oversees strategic library initiatives to enhance faculty and student support. He teaches Legal Research and Writing, supervises independent student writing projects, and manages the Dean’s Research Fellows program. Martinez also coordinates externship training and leads workshops for students and alumni. His research emphasizes cost-effective legal research strategies, millennial learning dynamics, and diversity in legal education. Notably, his 2011 article on cost-effective research won the State Bar of Texas’ Best Feature Story award. He has presented widely on topics like library adaptation to digital trends and fostering inclusive academic environments. Martinez previously served as Vice Provost for Academic Affairs (2020-2021), demonstrating leadership in institutional strategy. His professional contributions span library management, curriculum development, and bridging gaps between legal education and practice.

Colleen F. Shanahanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Civil Law
• Access to Justice
• State Courts
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Colleen F. Shanahan is a Professor of Law at the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School, where she leads experiential education efforts. Previously, she served as Vice Dean for Experiential Education at Columbia Law School. Her research focuses on state civil courts, access to justice, and poverty law, using both theoretical and empirical approaches. Shanahan holds an LLM from Georgetown University Law Center, a JD from Columbia Law School, and an AB from Princeton University. Her clinical teaching emphasizes racial and economic justice, partnering students with community organizations to reform civil and criminal legal systems. Notable advocacy areas include public housing conditions, fines/fees reform, debt collection, and foster care system improvements. Her scholarly work has been published in top-tier journals like the Columbia Law Review and Harvard Law Review Forum. Articles analyze lawyerless court dynamics, civil procedure reforms, and judicial practices in marginalized communities. While specific award names aren't listed, her clinic’s work on juvenile justice fees earned national recognition. Shanahan’s career includes litigation at prestigious firms, judicial clerkships, and prior teaching roles at Temple University and Georgetown. Her lab/clinic fosters student engagement in systemic legal reform, blending academic rigor with real-world advocacy.

Sarah Morseمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Legal literacy
• Public legal education
• Clinical legal education

Sarah Morse is an Assistant Professor at Northumbria University's School of Law, joining in 2009 after working as a Solicitor specializing in employment law and personal injury litigation. She actively contributes to clinical legal education through her roles as an academic tutor in the Student Law Office and as leader of the Street Law module. Education: LLB (Hons) in Law (2015) Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) (2014) Research Interests: Sarah's scholarly work focuses on legal literacy , public legal education , and clinical legal education , with particular emphasis on bridging academic learning with real-world legal practice through innovative teaching methodologies. Publication Trends: Her key publications demonstrate sustained engagement with experiential legal education models, including Street Law initiatives, standardized client simulations, and the role of law clinics in promoting social justice and enhancing access to legal services.

Debra Lyn Bassettمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Civil Procedure
• Complex Civil Litigation
• Federal Courts
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Debra Lyn Bassett serves as the John J. Schumacher Chair at Southwestern Law School since 2015, previously holding the Justice Marshall F. McComb Professorship from 2009-2015. She joined Southwestern after teaching at the University of Alabama School of Law as Professor of Law and Judge Frank M. Johnson Jr. Scholar, with prior appointments at UC Davis, McGeorge, Michigan State, and Florida State Universities. Professor Bassett's research centers on civil procedure, complex litigation, federal courts, and legal ethics, uniquely integrating psychological insights into legal analysis. Her scholarship examines judicial impartiality, class action dynamics, ruralism in litigation, and procedural fairness, often addressing systemic biases and jurisdictional complexities across multiple legal contexts. Her extensive publication record demonstrates consistent focus on procedural justice evolution, with recent work analyzing judicial recusal standards, ghostwriting ethics, and international class action frameworks. Articles frequently bridge doctrinal analysis with empirical observations about legal system functioning, particularly regarding vulnerable populations and structural inequalities. William and Sally Rutter Distinguished Teaching Award (UC Davis) Wiley W. Manuel Award for Pro Bono Services Order of the Coif (UC Davis) Elected member of the American Law Institute Professor Bassett's professional trajectory includes significant practical experience enhancing her academic work: clerkship with Judge Mary M. Schroeder (Ninth Circuit), senior attorney position at the California Court of Appeal, and litigation practice at Morrison & Foerster. She serves on the Executive Board of the AALS Section on Women in Legal Education and contributes to major casebook projects including California Legal Ethics and Federal Courts .

Michael W. Martinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد بالینی

• Federal Practice
• Federal Sentencing
• International Criminal Law
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Michael W. Martin is a Clinical Professor of Law at Fordham University School of Law, teaching the Federal Litigation Clinic and Seminar. He also oversees courses in International Human Rights and International Criminal Law as part of Fordham’s Belfast-Dublin Summer Program. Previously, he taught at Brooklyn Law School and worked at Sullivan & Cromwell, where he served as a Pro Bono Fellow focusing on prisoner civil rights litigation. His career emphasizes experiential legal education, public interest advocacy, and cross-border legal practice. Education: J.D. from Fordham University School of Law (1992), cum laude B.A. from University of Virginia (1987) Research Interests: Federal litigation strategies, prisoner civil rights, judicial ethics, international criminal law, and pro bono legal frameworks Clinic Leadership: Co-directs the Federal Litigation Clinic, supervising students in high-impact cases related to constitutional rights and systemic reform Key Publications: Span trial practice guides, judicial ethics analyses, and prisoner rights advocacy Professional Involvement: Served on AALS Litigation Section Executive Committee and NYSBA Federal Litigation Section committees

Audrey Biancoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار مهمان

• Legal Writing
• Appellate Advocacy
• Criminal Defense
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Audrey Bianco is Visiting Assistant Professor of Law at University of Denver's Sturm College of Law, teaching Lawyering Process to first-year students. Her professional background includes clerkships with federal and state courts (District of Colorado, Colorado Court of Appeals, Colorado Supreme Court) and appellate defense work as a Colorado State Public Defender. Research focuses on legal writing pedagogy, judicial decision-making, and criminal appeal strategies. Bianco also coaches high school mock trial teams, bridging academic and practical legal training. Awards include the Irving Oberman Memorial Writing Prize for scholarship on pro se litigation and AEDPA impacts.

Jeffrey M. Cohenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Criminal Law
• Criminal Procedure
• Corporate Sentencing
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jeffrey M. Cohen is an Associate Professor of the Practice at Boston College Law School. He specializes in criminal law and procedure, with a focus on corporate sentencing and government fraud. Previously, he served as an Assistant United States Attorney in Massachusetts, prosecuting high-profile public corruption and fraud cases, and worked at the U.S. Department of Justice as an Honors Program Trial Attorney. He clerked for federal and state judges in Massachusetts and taught at NYU and Boston University Law Schools before joining BC Law. Education: B.A., University of Pennsylvania M.St., Social Anthropology, University of Oxford J.D., Stanford Law School Research Interests: Professor Cohen’s work examines intersections of criminal law enforcement and corporate accountability, particularly in white-collar crime and regulatory compliance. His scholarship addresses audit practices, corporate governance, and ethical dilemmas in legal and accounting professions. He has published extensively on topics like PCAOB inspections, auditor independence, and fraud detection mechanisms. Media Engagements: Cohen frequently advises on legal issues in high-profile cases, including ICE arrest controversies, presidential pardons, and corporate sentencing policies. Recent media features include analyses in The Boston Globe, New York Times, and Law360. Teaching & Clinics: Teaches Law Practice, Evidence, and Criminal Trial courses. Leads a new clinic assisting pro se litigants, building on his prosecution and defense experience. Professional Background: Combines academia with 15+ years of legal practice, including federal prosecutions, DOJ litigation, and judicial clerkships. His career bridges theoretical legal scholarship with real-world regulatory challenges in corporate and criminal law domains.

Christine E. Cernigliaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Clinical Law
• Experiential Legal Education
• Disaster Law
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Christine E. Cerniglia is a Professor of Law and Director of Clinical and Experiential Education at Stetson College of Law, holding the Leroy Highbaugh, Sr. Chair. She has held academic roles since 2008, including positions at Loyola University New Orleans College of Law and Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School. Her teaching focuses on legal skills, professional responsibility, disaster law, and externship programs. She pioneered innovative curricula, such as modular skills training and disaster law courses, and modernized client interviewing techniques using technology. She has authored numerous articles on disaster law, legal education reform, and professional responsibility, and has been recognized with the Gillis Long Poverty Law Center Public Service Award (2016) and the Clem H. Schert Award for Moot Court excellence. Her service includes leadership roles in curriculum committees, bar associations, and disaster preparedness initiatives. Education: J.D., Loyola University School of Law, New Orleans (2003) B.A. in Political Science, Loyola University, New Orleans (1998) Research Interests: Disaster law preparedness, experiential legal education, professional responsibility, and legal curriculum innovation. She emphasizes practical skills training and systemic reforms to address access-to-justice challenges, particularly in disaster response and pro bono service integration. Grants and Awards: Gillis Long Poverty Law Center Public Service Award (2016) Clem H. Schert Award for Outstanding Senior Moot Court Staff Member Pi Sigma Alpha Political Science Honor Society Labs/Teams: Leads the Clinical and Experiential Education program at Stetson, coordinating externships, clinics, and disaster law initiatives. Collaborates with organizations like the Institute for the Advancement of the American Legal Systems (IAALS) and Equal Justice Works.

Natalia Antolak-Saperمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Sentencing Law
• Criminal Law and Procedure
• Gender-Based Violence
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr Natalia Antolak-Saper is a Senior Lecturer in the Faculty of Law at Monash University, specializing in comparative criminal law and criminal procedure. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (Criminology), Bachelor of Laws (First Class Honours), and a PhD exploring media discourse's influence on sentencing policy. Her research focuses on sentencing law, gender-based violence, and challenges faced by unrepresented accused individuals in criminal proceedings. She has conducted global investigations on legal representation and authored works like The Role of the Media in Criminal Justice Policy (2023) and Innovative Solutions to Assist Unrepresented Accused (2024). Dr Antolak-Saper has received prestigious awards including the Churchill Fellowship (2019) and the Gold Medal from the International Society for the Reform of Criminal Law (2017). Her work bridges doctrinal legal analysis with empirical methodologies to address systemic gaps in criminal justice reform. She has contributed to policy reforms through submissions to government inquiries, including Victoria’s criminal justice system review and the Crimes Legislation Amendment (Coercive Control) Bill. Her research collaborations span Malaysia and the U.S., examining issues like death penalty fairness and fair trial rights. Dr Antolak-Saper teaches criminal law in Monash’s LLB and JD programs, emphasizing practical applications of legal principles. Her recent projects include studying fair trial rights for unrepresented defendants in Victoria’s Magistrates’ Court and analyzing liability allocation between cyclists/pedestrians under Victorian law. Dr Antolak-Saper’s publications span 20 years, with key contributions in Psychiatry, Psychology and Law , Current Issues in Criminal Justice , and edited volumes. She remains active in media commentary, addressing pandemic impacts on justice systems and high-profile cases like R v Guode . Her research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals targeting justice reform and gender equality.

• Bankruptcy Law
• Consumer Protection
• Student Loans
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dalié Jiménez is Professor of Law at the University of California, Irvine School of Law and Director of the Student Loan Law Initiative (SLLI), the nation's first academic research project focused on student debt and the law. She is a leading expert in bankruptcy law, consumer protection, and student loans with significant contributions to understanding how individuals cope with financial distress and how legal frameworks help or hinder debt resolution. Her educational background includes: Harvard Law School, J.D., cum laude Massachusetts Institute of Technology, B.S., Electrical Engineering and Computer Science and B.S., Political Science Professor Jiménez's research focuses on contracts, bankruptcy and consumer financial distress, regulation of financial products, and access to civil justice. She employs both qualitative and quantitative empirical methods, including randomized control trials - she currently has three such experiments in progress. Her work has been instrumental in shaping policy discussions around student debt, with her research being cited by major media outlets including The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and numerous national news organizations. Analysis of her scholarly output reveals a consistent focus on consumer financial protection, particularly in the student loan space. Her research examines how debt collection practices affect consumers, the effectiveness of bankruptcy as a relief mechanism, and regulatory approaches to consumer financial products. She has increasingly incorporated empirical methodologies, including experimental designs, to generate evidence-based insights for policymakers. Professor Jiménez has secured significant research funding, including $200,000 from the California Collaborative for Pandemic Recovery and Readiness Research (CPR3) as lead principal investigator to study pandemic-related interventions on California student loan borrowers, and $150,000 from The Pew Charitable Trusts as co-principal investigator to analyze the effect of changes in state court litigation rules on debt collection lawsuits. She is scheduled to present her research at major academic conferences including the American Law & Economics Association Annual Meeting and the Conference on Empirical Legal Studies in 2025. Professor Jiménez also serves as an expert witness, having been invited to testify before the U.S. Senate Banking Committee on private student loans.

Mark A. Juhasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Family Law
• Access to Justice
• Pro Se Representation
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Mark A. Juhas serves as an Adjunct Professor at Southwestern Law School since 2006 while holding a full-time judicial position on the Los Angeles Superior Court since November 2002. He chairs the court's Access and Fairness committee and participates in multiple Administrative Office of the Courts initiatives including the CJER Governing Committee, Elkins Family Law Implementation Task Force, and Self-Represented Litigant Task Force. His academic credentials include: B.A. from Colorado College (1976) J.D., cum laude, from Seattle University (1979) Professor Juhas specializes in Family Law reform and systemic accessibility, focusing on improving court procedures for unrepresented parties through curriculum design and policy advocacy. His work addresses critical gaps in judicial fairness while balancing practical courtroom experience with academic instruction. He actively teaches Family Law courses across multiple institutions including Southwestern Law School, the Los Angeles Superior Court education program, CJER, and the Los Angeles County Bar Association, emphasizing real-world application of legal principles.

• Legal Writing
• Solo Practice
• Small Firm Practice
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Karin Ciano is an Adjunct Professor at Mitchell Hamline School of Law and serves as the Executive Director of the Center for Career Liftoff & Innovation (CCLI). A lawyer, writer, and educator, she focuses on empowering small law firms to address the justice gap through innovative practice models. Education Bachelor’s Degree, College of William & Mary Juris Doctor (JD), New York University School of Law (1995) Research & Professional Focus Karin’s work centers on legal writing , solo/small-firm practice strategies , and federal litigation . She contributes to legal education through her monthly "Legal Writing Notebook" column in Minnesota Lawyer and seminars on solo practice residency. Leadership & Service She chairs the Minnesota State Bar Association's Solo & Small Firm Section and serves on the Federal Practice Committee. Karin volunteers with organizations like the Children’s Law Center and the Federal Bar Association Pro Se Project. Practice & Mentorship As founder of Karin Ciano Law PLLC and of counsel to Mason & Helmers, she maintains an active practice while mentoring new lawyers. Her role in CCLI’s incubator program supports emerging attorneys launching their careers.

Brian Glickمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار بالینی

• Community Economic Development
• Social Justice
• Urban Redevelopment
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Brian Glick is a Clinical Associate Professor of Law at Fordham University School of Law, directing the Community Economic Development (CED) Clinic since its founding in 2000. He focuses on empowering low-income communities through legal strategies that build sustainable institutions like health clinics, worker cooperatives, and land trusts while combating gentrification and advocating for equitable urban development. Education: BA, University of Michigan, 1962 MA and LLB, Yale University, 1966 Research Interests: Community economic development, social justice, urban redevelopment, legal empowerment of marginalized groups, and institutional sustainability. His work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to address systemic inequities in housing, labor, and resource distribution. Publications: Glick has authored seminal books and articles on topics ranging from covert government surveillance of activists to integrative lawyering strategies in urban contexts. His recent work explores the intersection of community activism and legal frameworks for equitable development. Advising & Grants: Advised students like Carmen Huertas-Noble and Jessica Rose. His work is supported by Fordham’s institutional resources, though specific grants are not detailed in the text. The CED Clinic operates as a key platform for applied legal research and advocacy. Labs/Teams: Directs the CED Clinic, a legal practice and educational hub that collaborates with grassroots organizations to advance community-driven initiatives. The clinic’s projects include negotiating community benefits agreements and supporting worker-owned cooperatives.

Inbar Levyمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Legal Psychology
• Behavioral Law and Economics
• Civil Procedure
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Inbar Levy is a Lecturer at the Melbourne Law School, University of Melbourne. She holds a DPhil in Law from University College, Oxford, and has held visiting research positions at Columbia Law School and Harvard Law School. Her research focuses on the intersection of behavioral psychology and legal reasoning, particularly in civil procedure and international humanitarian law. Prior to academia, she served as a legal advisor in the Israeli Defense Forces' Military Advocate General unit. Levy's academic qualifications include a Joint Law and Psychology LLB (Magna Cum Laude) and an LLM (similar honours) from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. She has received prestigious scholarships such as the Modern Law Review Doctoral Scholarship and the Oxford Faculty of Law Scholarship. Her teaching spans the Melbourne JD and Melbourne Law Masters programs, covering courses like 'Law and Human Nature,' 'Legal Method and Reasoning,' and 'Law and Psychology.' Her research emphasizes empirical analysis of legal systems, particularly exploring how cognitive biases impact judicial and procedural frameworks. Levy’s scholarly contributions include studies on algorithmic justice, judicial impartiality, and procedural reform. Her work frequently bridges legal theory with empirical methodologies, offering critical insights into improving legal decision-making processes.

Amy Gonzalesمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Digital Divide
• Media Effects
• Social Media
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Amy Gonzales is an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication at the University of California, Santa Barbara, and serves as Associate Director of the Chicano Studies Institute. Her research focuses on the psychological and tangible consequences of internet-based interactions, with a particular emphasis on marginalized communities such as racial/ethnic minorities, low-income populations, and LGBTQ+ individuals. She examines digital divide issues, including device access disparities and the impact of communication technologies on identity and well-being. Dr. Gonzales holds a Ph.D. in Communication Science from Cornell University (2010). Her work bridges theory and practice, aiming to develop solutions that address long-term negative effects of digital infrastructures. She has published in leading journals like Journal of Communication , Communication Research , and New Media & Society . Her research explores topics such as technology maintenance challenges, telehealth navigation, and the societal implications of digital equity policies. Recent studies include investigations into pandemic-era technology disruptions, legislative framing of digital divide solutions, and community-building platforms for underserved groups. She advocates for multisolving innovations that address e-waste, repair rights, and affordable technology access. Gonzales’s work often highlights the intersection of technology and social justice, emphasizing how digital tools can both exacerbate and mitigate inequalities. Her findings contribute to policy discussions on digital inclusion, healthcare access, and educational equity.