Professor Dr. Robert Nelson

Professor

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Biography

Robert Nelson is a leading figure in sociology law research, with a focus on the legal profession and anti-discrimination law. He has authored and edited ten books, including 'Rights on Trial: Workplace Discrimination Law Perpetuates Inequality' and 'Making Lawyer Careers: Inequality Opportunity in the American Legal Profession'. Nelson has held significant administrative roles, serving as Director of the American Bar Foundation and founding Director of the Center for Legal Studies. He is recognized for his Fellowship at the Center for Advanced Study in the Behavioral Sciences and membership in the Sociological Research Association. Additionally, he has received the Distinguished Publication Award from the American Sociological Association. Currently, Nelson is directing the JD Study of Lawyer Careers and has received multiple book awards for his contributions to the field.

Research Interests

Sociology Law Professions Inequality

Experience

Professor

1990-09-01 — Present

Department of Sociology, Northwestern University • Evanston, IL

Teaching and conducting research in the field of Sociology and Law.

MacCrate Research Chair

— Present

American Bar Foundation • Evanston, IL

Focusing on research related to the legal profession and anti-discrimination law.

Courses

Legal Studies Research Methods Sociology of Law Sociology of Law Graduate Level

Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program

Requirements

GPA Requirement

Required:3

TOEFL

Total

Required:90

IELTS

Overall

Required:7

Prerequisites

U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent

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Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.