Dr. Cristina Freitas

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Biography

Cristina F. Freitas is a part-time Lecturer at Boston University's School of Law, focusing on the Health Justice Practicum. With 13 years of legal practice experience, she primarily represents indigent parents, children, and young adults in complex criminal and civil cases, including school discipline and special education matters. She has served on the Board of Directors for the Greater Lowell Bar Association and holds positions in various committees, emphasizing juvenile and child welfare, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Ms. Freitas has provided commentary for significant media outlets such as the Boston Globe and NPR. She holds a Juris Doctorate from Northeastern University School of Law and a Master of Public Health from Tufts University School of Medicine, and is a graduate of Boston University's College of Arts and Sciences.

Research Interests

Experience

Lecturer

2023-09-01 — Present

Boston University School of Law • Lowell, Massachusetts

Part-time lecturer focusing on the Health Justice Practicum.

Partner

— Present

Freitas & Freitas, LLP • Lowell, Massachusetts

Legal practice concentrating on representing indigent clients.

Courses

Health Justice Practicum

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
Specialization Notes

Department of Law offers JD, LLM, and Master's in Study of Tax Law.