Dr. Maureen Howard

Professor

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Biography

Professor Maureen Howard specializes in Evidence, Criminal Procedure, and Trial Advocacy. She has taught trial advocacy for 25 years and has extensive experience both in the classroom and in practical legal training. Professor Howard served as the director of the Trial Advocacy Program at the University of Washington School of Law and was also the director of the National Institute of Trial Advocacy’s Northwest Regional Trial Skills Program. Her teaching experience extends to prestigious institutions such as Harvard Law School and Emory Law School, among others. She has consulted internationally, working with trial lawyers and training attorneys, and her work has taken her around the world, including Africa and Ireland. As a civil litigator, she began her career in a large national law firm before serving as a prosecutor in the King County Prosecutor's Office, where she tried felony cases. Professor Howard has been an influential figure in the field of legal education, co-authoring prominent legal texts and serving on various legal committees. She is also an active speaker, known for her contributions to discussions on negotiation, evidence, and trial practices. Her extensive experience informs her dynamic teaching style, making her a valued mentor to her students.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.