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Faculty Insights

Professor of Law Ben K. Grunwald

Ben K. Grunwald

Private security, public protection
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Duke Law Professor Ben Grunwald sheds light on the demographics of a workforce with an increasing presence in public spaces

Distinguished Professor Jedediah Britton-Purdy

Jedediah Purdy

Why democracy depends on the rule of law
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Duke Law Professor Jedediah Purdy says a democratic society without the rule of law is “a different kind of society” 

Samuel W. Buell

Samuel W. Buell

Why more prosecutions won't stop corporate crime
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Samuel Buell explains why it’s hard to convict individuals for corporate crime and suggests stronger industry-specific regulation may be a more effective deterrent

Clinical Professor Jeff Ward

Jeff Ward

Expanding access to justice through responsible legal technology
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Legal tech expert Jeff Ward advocates reforming rules that limit access to reliable, low-cost, and timely advice for common legal issues

Distinguished Professor Elisabeth de Fontenay

Elisabeth de Fontenay

The promise and perils of private credit
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An increase in corporate borrowing from private funds means more growth, but potentially more risk for investors and the public, says Duke Law’s Elisabeth de Fontenay

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First Amendment Clinic: Defending Speech and Advocating Access

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Children’s Law Clinic stands up for vulnerable youths and families

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Duke Law’s Health Justice Clinic works to end discrimination against people in recovery

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