Jurist in Residence Judge Robert W. Pratt
From September 16 to 27, 2024, The Honorable Robert W. Pratt joined Boston University School of Law as its first ever Jurist in Residence. Judge Pratt, an inactive United States District Judge for the Southern District of Iowa, served on the bench for over 26 years after being nominated by President Bill Clinton in 1997.
Criminal Law Challenger
Professor Zohra Ahmed is no stranger to criminal courts – she spent the first four years of her legal career as a public defender for the Legal Aid Society in New York City. Her experience representing indigent clients in misdemeanor and felony cases in the state Supreme Court and city Criminal Court made it apparent to her that the system was lacking accountability. In 2017, Ahmed decided to take matters into her own hands and co-founded Court Watch NYC, a community project run by volunteers reporting data on court proceedings.
BU Law Welcomes 16 New Full-Time Faculty for 2023–24
A faculty consisting of talented and insightful professors is a key point of pride for Boston University School of Law. Hiring outstanding teachers and scholars demonstrates a commitment to growing our vibrant intellectual community.