Discussion (1L): Representations of Criminal Lawyers in Popular Culture Through the Lens of Bias

This seminar will explore the portrayal of criminal lawyers in popular films and will engage in critical analysis of how misconceptions about the criminal justice system and biases against women, people of color and the poor are amplified on the big screen. Source materials will include numerous mass-market films juxtaposed against authoritative law review and other commentary to afford in-depth discussion. Elements used in grading: Full attendance, reading of assigned materials, and active participation. Class meets: 6:00 PM-8:00 PM on Sept. 24, Oct. 8, Oct. 22, Nov. 5.