Dr. Jeffrey Rachlinski

Professor

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Biography

Jeffrey Rachlinski is the Henry Allen Mark Professor of Law at Cornell Law School. He holds a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Arts in Psychology from Johns Hopkins University, a Juris Doctor from Stanford Law School, and a Ph.D. in Psychology from Stanford University. Rachlinski joined the faculty of Cornell Law School in 1994 and has served as a visiting professor at several prestigious institutions including the University of Chicago, the University of Virginia, the University of Pennsylvania, Yale, and Harvard. His research primarily focuses on the application of cognitive social psychology to law, with a special emphasis on judicial decision-making. Throughout his career, he has presented his research at judicial education conferences attended by over 5,000 judges across numerous states and countries. Professor Rachlinski teaches various courses including administrative law, business organizations, civil procedure, contracts, environmental law, products liability, and torts, integrating his expertise in psychology with legal studies.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

1994-01-01 — Present

Cornell Law School • Ithaca, NY

Joined the faculty to teach various law courses while conducting research in cognitive social psychology.

Courses

Administrative Law Business Organizations Civil Procedure Contracts Environmental Law Products Liability Torts Psychology and Law

Requirements for Cornell Law School

Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Application Checklist
  • LSAC Credential Assembly Service (CAS) registration
  • LSAT, GRE, or GMAT score
  • Electronic application through LSAC
  • Official transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • LSAT Writing Sample
  • Character & Fitness Addendum (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

The Juris Doctor (JD) is the primary professional law degree. Cornell also offers a 3+3 Pathway for internal accelerated students.