Law School Hires Its First Woman Dean In Nearly 100 Years

The College of Baltimore Faculty of Legislation not too long ago introduced that LaVonda N. Reed will develop into its first lady dean in practically 100 years. Reed at the moment serves as dean and professor on the Georgia State College School of Legislation, and is because of tackle her new position on July 1.

Reed, a graduate of the College of Southern California Gould Faculty of Legislation, clerked on the Japanese District of Pennsylvania and joined the world of authorized academia in 2001 after a stint at Paul Hastings. She taught at Louisville and Syracuse, for 5 years and 15 years respectively, earlier than becoming a member of Georgia State as dean in 2021. As famous by Baltimore Legislation, her analysis and instructing focuses on wills and trusts, property, and communications regulatory legislation and coverage.

In a statement, Reed mirrored on her upcoming position as Baltimore Legislation’s dean:

“I’m excited to affix the College of Baltimore because the dean of the Faculty of Legislation because the college celebrates its centennial anniversary. The varsity’s dedication to excellence in instructing, impactful analysis and repair to the authorized academy and the occupation is as inspiring because the individuals who make up this excellent tutorial neighborhood. I sit up for constructing on the work of offering entry to an inexpensive schooling and actively participating the broader legislation faculty neighborhood in supporting school, workers, college students and alumni in reaching their tutorial {and professional} targets and advancing the mission of the college. This work aligns with my values, and I’m honored and enthusiastic about my return to the State of Maryland.”

Congratulations to Dean Reed!

University of Baltimore Law Hires First Woman Dean [Law.com]

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