Dr. Merritt Fox

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Biography

Merritt Fox is the Arthur Levitt Professor at Columbia Law School. His expertise lies in corporate securities law and he plays a significant role in shaping the agenda for capital markets regulation. Fox is a co-director of the Center for Law and Economic Studies and the Program on Law and Economics of Capital Markets. His research interests encompass law and economics, securities disclosure regulation, international securities regulation, and comparative corporate law. Fox has authored numerous publications, including books and articles in prestigious journals such as the Columbia Law Review and the Stanford Law Review. He is active in teaching and has previously held positions at the University of Michigan Law School and other institutions. His academic contributions have led to critical insights into the dynamics of law and finance.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2003-01-01 — Present

Columbia Law School • New York, NY

Merritt Fox teaches subjects related to corporate finance and securities regulation.

Director

— Present

Center for International Comparative Law • University of Michigan Law School

Oversaw the Center's initiatives from 2003 to the present.

Corporate Securities Lawyer

— Present

Cleary, Gottlieb, Steen & Hamilton •

Practiced corporate securities law focusing on international and domestic public offerings.

Awards

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Doctorate of Laws

2019-12-01

Requirements for Columbia Law School

Bachelor Program
Requirements
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent
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Specialization Notes

Juris Doctor (J.D.) program. While 'Department of Law' is not a formal administrative division for admissions, this entry covers the primary J.D. program.