Our Faculty
Utah Law's far-reaching influence starts with our exceptional faculty, who boast extensive scholarly impact and rich real-world law leadership.
Our faculty members publish transformative research that serves as the basis for impactful regulation and policy. They argue before the U.S. Supreme Court, testify before Congress, and are recognized internationally for their expertise in a wide range of specialty areas.
Learn more about the essential work Utah Law's faculty are doing below. You can also explore open faculty positions.
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Latest Faculty News
Professor Paul Cassell quoted in Wall Street Journal about Trump administration prosecutions against federal leaders
Oct 28, 2026Professor Paul Cassell was quoted in The Wall Street Journal about criminal procedure issues related to Trump administration prosecutions against James Comey and other leaders.
Professor Matthew Tokson receives Faculty Research Excellence in Responsible AI Award
Oct 16, 2026Professor Matthew Tokson, a Fourth Amendment law expert, received the University of Utah’s 2026 Faculty Research Excellence in Responsible AI Award. Presented by the One-U Responsible Artificial Intelligence Initiative, the award recognizes faculty and students who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to advancing responsible AI.
Research Professor John Ruple files amicus brief in Sixth Circuit case involving the Congressional Review Act
Oct 13, 2026Research Professor John Ruple, an environmental law expert, filed an amicus brief in Ohio Telecom Ass’n v. Federal Communications Commission, a case that involves the Congressional Review Act.