Dr. Thomas Geraghty

Professor

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Biography

Thomas Geraghty is the James B. Haddad Professor of Law Emeritus at Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law, where he has also served as Associate Dean for Clinical Education and Director of the Bluhm Legal Clinic. His expertise lies in Clinical Teaching, Criminal Law, and Juvenile Justice, focusing particularly on children in juvenile court and various legal issues arising from poverty and health crises, such as those faced by children orphaned by HIV/AIDS. Professor Geraghty has extensive experience working internationally, having spent a decade in East Africa on projects involving juvenile justice and legal education. He has contributed significantly to the design of legal curricula in Ethiopia and has been involved in various initiatives aimed at reforming and improving clinical legal education. In addition to his academic roles, he has an active caseload at the Bluhm Legal Clinic, advocating primarily for criminal and juvenile defense. He is a member of the Board of Trustees of the National Institute for Trial Advocacy and has a substantial publication record addressing legal representation in juvenile proceedings and legal education reform.

Research Interests

Experience

James B. Haddad Professor

— Present

Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law • Evanston, IL

Professor of Law, serving as an expert in clinical teaching, focusing on juvenile justice and criminal law.

Director

— Present

Bluhm Legal Clinic • Evanston, IL

Led a clinic focusing on legal aid for juvenile defense and clinical education.

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.