Dr. Joshua Kay

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Joshua B. Kay is a Clinical Professor of Law at the University of Michigan Law School, where he co-directs the 1L Advocacy Clinic and teaches courses related to child welfare and advocacy. He has litigated numerous child abuse and neglect cases in trial courts, the Michigan Court of Appeals, and the Michigan Supreme Court. His primary research interests lie at the intersection of law, psychology, disability law, and child welfare law. Prior to his position at the law school, he served as an assistant professor at the University of Michigan Medical School, focusing on cognitive developmental impacts in pediatric patients. He has actively contributed to child welfare matters, notably receiving a certificate of appreciation from the University of Michigan Council for Disability Concerns for his work with parents with disabilities. His scholarship includes presentations at significant legal conferences, emphasizing the importance of quality foster care and understanding legal systems affecting child welfare.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Professor of Law

— Present

University of Michigan Law School • Ann Arbor, MI

Teaching law with a focus on child welfare and advocacy.

Requirements for University of Michigan Law School

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:98
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
First degree in law (LLB or equivalent) from a school outside the U.S.
Application Checklist
  • LSAC LLM CAS Report
  • Official Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume/CV
  • Application Fee ($75)
Specialization Notes

Administered by University of Michigan Law School; exact department name 'Department of Law' refers to the LLM program.