Dr. Michele Destefano

Professor

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Biography

Michele DeStefano is an educator, author, and professional speaker recognized for her contributions to the legal profession. As a visiting professor at Harvard Law School and a professor at the University of Miami, she focuses on advancing leadership, innovation, and collaboration within the legal field. Michele has authored several books on client-centric leadership and teamwork, and is the founder of LawWithoutWalls, a program designed to unite legal professionals and students to tackle real-world challenges. Additionally, she has co-founded several non-profits aimed at addressing compliance and digital transformation in the legal sector. Her work highlights the importance of cross-disciplinary collaboration and has garnered her recognition as a Legal Rebel by the American Bar Association. Michele holds a J.D. and a B.A., both magna cum laude, from Harvard Law School and Dartmouth College, respectively, and continues to influence the future of legal education and practice.

Research Interests

Experience

Visiting Professor

2026-01-01 — Present

Harvard Law School • Cambridge, MA

Teach executive education in law.

Professor

— Present

University of Miami • Miami, FL

Focus on legal innovation and leadership.

Requirements for Harvard Law School

Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
J.D. from an ABA-approved U.S. law school or a first law degree (LL.B. or equivalent) from a foreign law school
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • CV/Résumé
  • Personal statements (Parts A and B)
  • At least two recommendations
  • Official transcripts and diplomas
  • Official TOEFL report (if applicable)
  • Application fee ($85)
Specialization Notes

Applied for under 'Department of Law', 'Department of Human Rights and Humanitarian Law', 'Department of Constitutional Law', 'Department of Japanese Legal Studies', and 'Department of Human Rights'.