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An expansive and deep legal education begins with exceptional faculty. Our faculty are recognized experts in fields across law, including in business and technology, constitutional law, criminal law, health law, intellectual property, international and human rights law, Native American law, sustainability, and taxation.

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What Does it Mean to be Indicted by a Grand Jury?
The text "What Does it Mean to be Indicted by a Grand Jury?" in front of a model of a courthouse.
What Does it Mean to be Indicted by a Grand Jury?

Grand jury indictments are frequently in the news. But what does it mean to be indicted, and how do grand juries work?

The Most Downloaded Paper
Clark Lombardi
The Most Downloaded Paper

"Designing Islamic Constitutions is the most downloaded paper of all time in the field of comparative constitutionalism. Written by Clark Lombardi, it has been downloaded over 8800 times. It is well worth reading for its rich insights into Islamic constitutionalism." (Source: The Leaflet)

Faculty Panel on U.S. Supreme Court Case: Trump v. Anderson
Lisa Manheim speaks during the Trump V. Anderson panel.
Faculty Panel on U.S. Supreme Court Case: Trump v. Anderson

Professors Feldman, Manheim, Lombardi and Porter tackled a SCOTUS case involving former president Trump before a packed audience on Feb. 4.

A 50-Year Legacy of Excellence
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A 50-Year Legacy of Excellence

As the 50th anniversary of the Boldt Decision approaches, we review the legacy of pioneering UW Law professor Ralph Johnson and his impact on the most complex case in Native American law history.

Michael McCann Recognized by ABF Fellows and Law & Society Foundation
Mike McCann
Michael McCann Recognized by ABF Fellows and Law & Society Foundation

McCann, and Adjunct Professor of Law, has received the 2023 Harry J. Kalven Prize from the Law & Society Association and the 2024 Outstanding Scholar Award from American Bar Foundation Fellows.

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Faculty In the Media

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