Dr. Stephen Schulhofer

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Stephen J. Schulhofer is the Robert B. McKay Professor of Law Emeritus at New York University School of Law and is recognized as one of the nation's distinguished scholars in criminal justice. He has authored over 50 scholarly articles and seven books, including the leading casebook in the field. His work is highly regarded and widely cited across a range of topics in criminal justice and national security. His recent book, "Essential Fourth Amendment: Fourth Amendment in the Twenty-First Century," published by Oxford University Press in 2012, provides a comprehensive review and analysis of the Fourth Amendment. He teaches courses primarily in Criminal Law, focusing on the necessary conditions for blameworthiness and civil liberties in response to law enforcement practices.

Research Interests

Courses

Criminal Law Criminal Procedure: Fourth and Fifth Amendments Indigent Legal Defense

Requirements for New York University School of Law

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:7.5
Reading
Required:7.5
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
First degree in law (JD or LLB) from an ABA-approved school or a foreign equivalent.
Application Checklist
  • Online application via LSAC
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume or Curriculum Vitae
  • Official Transcripts
  • Class Rank Statement
  • Recommendation Letter(s)
  • English Proficiency Test Score (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

The Master of Laws (LLM) is a general degree. Applicants from the 'Department of Law' typically enroll in the general LLM or one of the specialized LLM programs.