Dr. Lauren Fielder

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Lauren Fielder serves as Assistant Dean for Graduate and International Programs at the University of Texas School of Law, where she oversees the LL.M. program as well as international study abroad and exchange programs. She is also the director of the Institute for Transnational Law. Lauren teaches courses on international constitutional law and has authored numerous articles and book chapters on topics such as African law, gender issues, art and cultural property law, and human rights. An experienced speaker and visiting professor, she has taught at institutions like the University of Lucerne and Brooklyn Law School, covering areas like comparative constitutional law and international human rights law. With a commitment to shaping international law landscapes, she is actively involved in producing cutting-edge research. Her dissertation, focused on the internationalization of African constitutional law, was completed while earning her Ph.D. at the University of Lucerne. She is also licensed to practice law in Texas and holds several leadership positions within legal education associations.

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Experience

Assistant Dean

2005-01-01 — Present

University of Texas School of Law • Austin, TX

Oversees the LL.M. program and international study, abroad, and exchange programs.

Senior Lecturer

2005-01-01 — Present

University of Texas School of Law • Austin, TX

Teaches courses on international constitutional law, African law, and comparative law.

Requirements for University of Texas School of Law

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.2
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited U.S. university or foreign equivalent.
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Specialization Notes

This entry represents the Juris Doctor (JD) program, which is the primary professional doctorate offered by the School of Law.