Dr. Neil Netanel

Biography

Neil Netanel is the Pete Kameron Professor of Law at UCLA School of Law, where he has been a faculty member since 2004. He specializes in copyright, free speech, international intellectual property, and the media's role in democracy. Netanel has authored several influential books including 'Copyright's Paradox' and 'Maimonides Microsoft: Jewish Law and Copyright in the Digital Age'. His work explores the intersection of law and technology, particularly concerning intellectual property rights, and he has contributed significantly to the scholarly discussion on these topics through numerous articles published in prominent law reviews. Prior to joining UCLA, he held a faculty position at the University of Texas at Austin, and his early career included roles in Israeli environmental law and practicing at law firms in the U.S. Netanel's academic credentials include a B.A. from Yale University, a J.D. from UC Berkeley, and a J.S.D. from Stanford University.

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