Dr. Archana Prakash

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Biography

Archana Prakash is a dedicated lecturer at Columbia Law School with a profound commitment to public defense. She has served as a public defender in New York City since 2005, where her work has included roles at the Neighborhood Defender Service and the Bronx Defenders. Throughout her career, she has represented clients facing serious charges, including homicide, and has advocated for thousands during her tenure. Besides her practical experience, Archana instructs at the National Criminal Defense College and is deeply involved in training programs for public defenders across the country. Her international experience includes months spent in Palestine with the International Legal Foundation, where she trained and mentored public defenders. Prior to her public defender role, she litigated civil claims related to wrongful convictions and clerked for the Honorable Myron H. Thompson in the Middle District of Alabama. Archana holds a Juris Doctor from Columbia Law School and a Bachelor of Arts from Cornell University.

Research Interests

Courses

Fall 2025 L9175 S. Trial Practice

Requirements for Columbia Law School

Bachelor Program
Requirements
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent
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Specialization Notes

Juris Doctor (J.D.) program. While 'Department of Law' is not a formal administrative division for admissions, this entry covers the primary J.D. program.