Dr. Richard Forrest

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Richard D. Forrest is a Lecturer at Harvard Law School. With a strong educational background, he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Cornell University in 1990 followed by a Juris Doctor degree from Harvard Law School in 1994. His teaching focuses on topics such as Law, Finance, Venture Capital, and Start-ups. He is known for integrating practical insights into his courses, drawing on extensive experience in the legal field. This combination of academic qualifications and practical expertise equips his students with the necessary skills to navigate complex legal frameworks in the business world. Forrest's approach is interactive, encouraging students to engage critically with the material and apply theoretical concepts to real-world situations, thereby fostering a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter.

Research Interests

Courses

Law Finance Venture Capital Start-ups

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'.