Dr. Kenneth Trujillo

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kenneth Trujillo is an Adjunct Professor of Law at the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School, where he has been teaching since 2005. His career spans both academia and private practice, with significant experience in complex litigation and regulatory issues. Trujillo has served as the City Solicitor for Philadelphia, representing the Mayor and various city departments. During his tenure, he initiated several significant reforms within the Law Department and led key economic development missions abroad. He has a strong background in securities and antitrust litigation, with experiences dating back to the Washington Public Power Supply bond default litigation in the 1980s. Trujillo has also co-led major high-stakes cases resulting in multimillion-dollar settlements. Additionally, he has held influential roles during political transitions and served on multiple boards focused on civic and business development. His contributions to the legal field have earned him numerous accolades, including being named a Philadelphia Super Lawyer by Law & Politics and receiving the Ohtli Award from the Mexican government. Trujillo is an alumnus of both the University of Pennsylvania Law School and Evangel University, where he was recognized as a Distinguished Alumnus in 2004.

Research Interests

Experience

Adjunct Professor

— Present

University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School • Philadelphia, PA

Teaching law courses focusing on complex legal issues.

Shareholder

— Present

Chamberlain Hrdlicka • Philadelphia, PA

Engaged in private legal practice with a focus on complex litigation.

City Solicitor

— Present

City of Philadelphia • Philadelphia, PA

Oversaw legal matters for the city and represented various city agencies.

Awards

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Ohtli Award

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Philadelphia Super Lawyer

Requirements for University of Pennsylvania

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.6
GRE General
Verbal
Required:162
Quantitative
Required:162
Overall
Required:162
GMAT
Total Score
Required:728
Overall
Required:728
TOEFL
Total
Required:115
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong quantitative background
Application Checklist
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  • Letters of Recommendation (2-3)
  • Resume/CV
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Essays
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