Dr. Ezra Friedman

Professor

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Biography

Ezra Friedman received a BA in Economics from Haverford College, a JD from Yale Law School, and a PhD in Economics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Before joining Northwestern Pritzker Law, he served as a visiting lecturer at Yale University and was a staff economist at the Federal Trade Commission. His teaching focuses on Antitrust Law and Economic Analysis of Law, among other subjects. He has contributed significantly to the field through his publications, which cover various aspects of law and economics including competition policy and the effects of legal systems on economic behavior. Friedman's academic trajectory includes several prestigious appointments at Northwestern University, where he has progressed from Assistant Professor to Professor of Law. His research interests lie at the intersection of law and economics, with a particular focus on economic analysis in legal contexts.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor of Law

— Present

Northwestern University School of Law • Evanston, IL

Teaching and conducting research in law and economics.

Visiting Lecturer in Law

2006-01-01 — 2006-06-30

Yale Law School • New Haven, CT

Taught various law courses.

Staff Economist

1999-10-01 — 2002-07-31

Federal Trade Commission • Washington, D.C.

Conducted economic analysis related to competition policy.

Courses

Antitrust Law Colloquium: Law and Economics Economic Analysis of Law Insurance Law Torts

Requirements for Northwestern Pritzker School of Law

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.76
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Application Checklist
  • LSAC Credential Assembly Service (CAS) Report
  • Personal Statement
  • One or more letters of recommendation (professional preferred)
  • Resume
  • Optional Online Video Interview
Specialization Notes

The Department of Law (JD program) accepts both LSAT and GRE scores. The JD is a full-time three-year program.