Dr. Jerry Salama

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Biography

Jerry Salama serves as an Adjunct Professor at New York University School of Law. He plays a prominent role as a principal at Janus Property Company, with a focus on affordable housing and community development. In his courses, he integrates law with urban planning and public policy, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of the intricate dynamics of housing issues in New York City. Salama emphasizes a research-oriented approach, engaging students in practical projects that involve interviews with key stakeholders and exploring the impact of government policies on neighborhoods. His teaching includes specialized content on mortgage financing, subsidies, environmental impacts, and the socioeconomic factors affecting housing policy. He is particularly concerned with how race, poverty, and economic climates influence federal and local community responses.

Research Interests

Experience

Adjunct Professor

— Present

New York University School of Law • New York, NY

Teaching courses on land use, housing and community development with a focus on practical applications of law and policy.

Principal

— Present

Janus Property Company • New York, NY

Overseeing development projects, primarily in the affordable housing sector.

Requirements for New York University School of Law

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:7.5
Reading
Required:7.5
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
First degree in law (JD or LLB) from an ABA-approved school or a foreign equivalent.
Application Checklist
  • Online application via LSAC
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume or Curriculum Vitae
  • Official Transcripts
  • Class Rank Statement
  • Recommendation Letter(s)
  • English Proficiency Test Score (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

The Master of Laws (LLM) is a general degree. Applicants from the 'Department of Law' typically enroll in the general LLM or one of the specialized LLM programs.