Dr. Erin Busby

Professor

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Biography

Erin Glenn Busby is a Clinical Professor at Texas Law University and co-director of the Supreme Court Clinic. With extensive experience in appellate advocacy, she has worked across various levels of federal and Texas state courts. Professor Busby has authored briefs on diverse issues including First Amendment rights, maritime law, and administrative law. She obtained her Juris Doctor from Harvard Law School, where she later clerked for Associate Justice Stephen Breyer and Judge Michael Boudin. Prior to her academic career, she practiced law at esteemed firms such as Sullivan & Cromwell and Bracewell & Giuliani. Her expertise lies in representing clients before the Supreme Court, focusing on issues ranging from speech protection to class action procedures.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution Introductory statistics course (grade C or higher) Volunteer or paid work in social work or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Professional resume
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Research methods syllabus (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Social Work. Note: GRE is not required for the PhD program.