Dr. Andrew Verstein

Professor

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Biography

Professor Andrew Verstein is a leading scholar in the fields of market abuse, corporate governance, and the functional role of corporations. His extensive research has culminated in numerous articles published in prestigious law reviews, including the Duke Law Review and the Yale Law Journal. Verstein has a profound interest in issues such as insider trading, financial indices benchmarks, and the intricacies of directors and officers insurance. An accomplished author, he co-wrote 'Business Associations: Systems Approach' with Lynn M. LoPucki, further establishing his expertise in business law. He has taught at several esteemed institutions, including Yale Law School and the University of Chicago Law School, and has been quoted in major media outlets like the Wall Street Journal. His approach to legal theory and jurisprudence reflects a commitment to advancing understanding in his field, significantly informing both academic discourse and practical applications of business law.

Research Interests

Experience

Vice Dean, Curricular Academic Affairs

2018-01-01 — Present

University of California, Los Angeles • Los Angeles, CA

Oversees curriculum development and academic standards in the law faculty.

Co-Director

2018-01-01 — Present

Lowell Milken Institute • Los Angeles, CA

Helps to guide research and initiatives related to business law policy.

Requirements for University of California Los Angeles

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:160
Analytical Writing
Required:5
Overall
Required:5
TOEFL
Total
Required:87
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Strong background in Economics and Mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • GRE General Test scores
Specialization Notes

Department of Economics admits primarily for the PhD program.