Dr. Robert Burns

Professor

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Biography

Robert P. Burns is the William W. Gurley Memorial Professor Emeritus of Law at Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law. His academic focus includes evidence, professional responsibility, and trial advocacy, covering both civil and criminal procedure. He has been recognized for his exceptional teaching, receiving the Robert Childres Memorial Award for Teaching Excellence and two Dean's Teaching Awards while being voted as Outstanding Professor for Small Class settings. Burns has authored several notable works in the field of law, including 'Theory of Trial' (Princeton), 'Kafka's Law: Trial in the American Criminal Justice' (Chicago), and 'Death in the American Trial' (Chicago), and has published numerous articles and book chapters. His contributions to legal education and understanding of trial advocacy demonstrate a strong dedication to the field.

Research Interests

Experience

William W. Gurley Memorial Professor Law Emeritus

— Present

Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law • Evanston, IL

Taught courses in evidence, professional responsibility, and trial advocacy.

Professor of Law

— Present

Northwestern University School of Law • Evanston, IL

Involved in teaching and mentoring law students.

Stanford Clinton Sr. Research Professor

— Present

Northwestern University School of Law • Evanston, IL

Conducted research and contributed to academic programs.

Perkins-Bauer Teaching Professor Law

— Present

Northwestern University School of Law • Evanston, IL

Focused on teaching courses related to legal practice.

Associate Professor of Law

— Present

Northwestern University School of Law • Evanston, IL

Engaged in teaching and research.

General Counsel

— Present

Illinois Legislative Commission • Chicago, IL

Provided legal counsel and support.

Staff Attorney

— Present

Legal Assistance Foundation • Chicago, IL

Assisted clients in legal matters.

Requirements for Northwestern Pritzker School of Law

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.76
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Application Checklist
  • LSAC Credential Assembly Service (CAS) Report
  • Personal Statement
  • One or more letters of recommendation (professional preferred)
  • Resume
  • Optional Online Video Interview
Specialization Notes

The Department of Law (JD program) accepts both LSAT and GRE scores. The JD is a full-time three-year program.