Celebrating a Commitment to Advancing Legal Scholarship and Shaping the Future of Law
Professor Andrew Ferguson Becomes a Member of the American Law Institute's Prestigious New Class of Elected Members
American University Washington College of Law (AUWCL) is proud to announce that Professor Andrew Ferguson has been elected as a member of The American Law Institute (ALI). Renowned for its efforts in clarifying the law through Restatements, Principles, and Model Codes, ALI recognizes members for their exceptional expertise and contributions to the legal field.
"We have had many reasons to celebrate in 2023, and I am happy that this new member class gives us yet another one," said ALI President David F. Levi. "Reaching our centennial was no small task. An organization can only last as long as ALI has and can only produce work as influential as our projects through the hard work and dedication of members like ours. I am pleased to announce this new class of members and look forward to working with them on our work as we begin our second century."
AUWCL has long been recognized for fostering exceptional legal minds and thought leaders. Ferguson's election to the ALI exemplifies this commitment and is a testament to his outstanding contributions to legal academia and his dedication to shaping the future of law.
"On behalf of the entire AUWCL community, I extend my warmest congratulations to Professor Ferguson on this remarkable achievement," said AUWCL Dean Roger A. Fairfax, Jr. "He will undoubtedly continue to contribute significantly to the field of law, shape legal discourse, and drive positive change within the American legal system."
This latest achievement further solidifies AUWCL's reputation as a leading institution for legal education and scholarship. The law school has a distinguished list of current ALI members, including:
- David E. Aaronson
- Angela J. Davis
- Walter A. Effross
- Roger A. Fairfax, Jr.
- Susan Franck
- Horacio A. Grigera
- Claudio Grossman
- Seth Grossman
- Candace Kovacic-Fleischer
- Ira P. Robbins
- Herman Schwartz
- Ann Shalleck
The AUWCL faculty presence in ALI reflects its commitment to excellence and its faculty members' significant contributions to the legal field. To learn more about the newly elected members, including Professor Ferguson, visit ALI website's Newly Elected Member page.
Story by Keith Pierce.