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A scholar who draws on political science and intellectual history in studying democracy, Ahmed joins a growing cohort of legal and constitutional theorists on the faculty.

A philosopher and an intellectual property specialist, Chatterjee joins the faculty as an associate professor of law.

The former State Department lawyer, international law expert, and new member of the Columbia Law faculty argues that we should take international law on its own terms. 

The former Treasury Department official joins the Columbia Law School faculty as an associate professor of law.

Professors Eric Talley and Julian Arato collaborate with Judge Jed Rakoff to bring a classic contract law case to life.

A constitutional law scholar, Murray writes about race and antidiscrimination law and election law. He joins the Columbia Law School faculty as an associate professor of law.

A legal lion, the legendary long-serving federal judge, venerated Columbia Law School professor, and active alumnus, dies at age 99. 

An expert in intellectual property and legal theory, Balganesh addresses debates in creativity and innovation from the “monkey selfie” to protecting privacy through copyright.

Now a partner at Munger, Tolles & Olson, Verrilli discusses the courses he teaches at Columbia Law School, the biggest mistake of his storied career, the experience of arguing before the Supreme Court, and the rewards of public service.

Legal reforms can hold police more accountable for violent acts, but Americans need to acknowledge the nation’s history of racism, the former NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund lawyer says.