2026 Conference Team: Speakers and Planning Committee
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Catherine Barnard
Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University
Assistant Teaching Professor
NLMC Planning Committee Member
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Crystal Barnett
Regent University School of Law
Director of Online Programs; Lecturer
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Theresa Beaulieu
Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University
Director, Indian Legal Program
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Paul Schiff Berman
George Washington University Law School
Walter S. Cox Professor of Law
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Andi Bevier
Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University
Director Digital Initiatives/Instructional Design
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Barbara Boehler
Fordham School of Law
Senior Director, Program on Corporate Compliance and Ethics
NLMC Planning Committee Member
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Lonnie T. Brown, Jr.
Winston College of Law – University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Dean; Elvin E. Overton Distinguished Professor of Law & Haslam Family Professor
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Rowena Brown
At-Large City Councilmember
City of Oakland, California
UC Law SF Alum
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Anitha Cadambi
USC Gould School of Law
Executive Director, Online & Professional Programs and Adjunct Professor of Law
NLMC Planning Committee Member
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Claudia Cantarella
UC Law San Francisco
Adjunct Professor and Affiliated Expert, International Development Law Center
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Sally Digges
University of Arizona, James E. Rogers College of Law
Academic Advisor, Master of Legal Studies Program
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Lucy Dong
Director of Finance and Administration
San Mateo, CA County Flood & Sea Level Rise Resiliency District (OneShoreline)
UC Law SF Alum
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David Dye
Texas A&M University School of Law
Assistant Vice President for Professional Schools & Programs; Assistant Dean of Graduate Programs; Senior Lecturer
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Crystal Edwards
University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law
Associate Dean for Legal Studies and Lecturer in Law
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Sandra Ortland Erickson
Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University
Associate Teaching Professor
NLMC Planning Committee Member
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David Faigman
UC Law San Francisco
Chancellor & Dean; William B. Lockhart Professor of Law
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Samuel Farkas
UC Law San Francisco
Adjunct Professor
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Jason Fiske
UCLA School of Law
Assistant Dean for Graduate Studies and Professional Programs
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Mike Fogarty
MF Digital
Founder and Managing Director
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Tiffany Garner
Winston College of Law – University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Director of Executive Education and Non-JD Programs
NLMC Planning Committee Member
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Sophia George
George Washington University Law School
Graduate Admissions & Engagement Coordinator
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Natalie D. Green
University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School
Director of Operations, Master in Law Program
NLMC Planning Committee Member
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Daniel Guertin
Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law
Director, Graduate Tax Program
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Sarah Hipolito
Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University
Assistant Director, MLS Career Services
Sarah Hipolito is a dedicated higher education professional with 15 years of experience supporting student success through career services, academic advising, and program development. She currently serves as Assistant Director of Graduate Programs Career Services at Arizona State University, where she supports traditional graduate students as well as working professionals in the Master of Legal Studies and Master of Human Resources & Employment Law programs.
Sarah leads graduate career programming, builds employer partnerships, and coaches students making complex career transitions. She is known for her collaborative work style, inclusive advising practices, and commitment to helping students translate their graduate education into meaningful career opportunities. -
Jesse Homan
MF Digital
VP, Strategic Growth
NLMC Planning Committee Member
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Sarah Hooper
UC Law San Francisco
Associate Dean and Executive Director, UCSF/UC Law SF Consortium on Law, Science & Health Policy
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Emily Huntsman
University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law
MLS Program Manager
Emily has been with the S.J. Quinney College of Law at The University of Utah for 3 years and works within our Non-JD programs including our Bachelor of Legal Studies and Master of Legal Studies. Emily is passionate about program innovation, student success, and optimizing student career outcomes. Outside of work, Emily loves enjoying outdoor adventure & teaching yoga in Salt Lake City!
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Patrick Ip
Co-Founder and CEO
Theo AI
UCLA Law Alum
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Linus Kafka
University of Arizona James E. Rogers College of Law
Assistant Director, BA in Law and Master of Legal Studies Program
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Nicholas Kajimoto
USC Gould School of Law
Director of Online and Graduate Programs
NLMC Planning Committee Member
Nick currently serves as the Director of Online and Graduate Programs at University of Southern California’s (USC) Gould School of Law, where he creates opportunities for graduate students to bridge the gap between legal theory and practical application. He manages USC Gould’s online programs portfolio, which consists of three master’s degrees and 12 graduate certificates. In addition to overseeing the law school’s summer and exchange programs, he launched and directs the Master of Studies in Law (MSL) program, a premier graduate degree for professionals to redefine their careers without having to practice law. Prior to joining USC Gould, Nick gained experience in academic advising and student activities at USC Rossier School of Education and the University of San Diego, respectively.
He graduated with a BS in Business Administration from the University of the Pacific and earned a MA in Higher Education Leadership from the University of San Diego. When not working at USC, Nick serves on the Alumni Association’s Board of Directors at the University of San Diego, enjoys exploring new places, and searches for a perfect cup of coffee. -
Amy King
William & Mary Law School
Associate Dean for Online and Executive Education
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Adam Landreth
Wake Forest Law
Assistant Dean for Online Programs
NLMC Planning Committee Member
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Laila Louridas
UC Law San Francisco
Career Development Office
Director for LLM, MLS, Alumni Advising
Adjunct Professor
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Kevin Liebig
Regional Vice President of Human Resources
Highgate Hotels
UC Law SF Alum
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Merritt McAlister
University of Florida Levin College of Law
Interim Dean; Levin, Mabie & Levin Professor of Law
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Jennifer McIntyre
University of Florida Levin College of Law
Assistant Dean for Online and Graduate Programs and Students
NLMC Planning Committee Member
Jennifer McIntyre, M.S., is the Assistant Dean for Online and Graduate Programs and Students at the University of Florida Levin College of Law (UF Law), with more than 25 years of experience supporting and advancing Legal Master’s programs. She has played a central role in the development and launch of two graduate programs, contributing to curriculum design, program administration, and long-term strategic growth.
Prior to joining UF Law, Jennifer served as Assistant Dean of Online Programs at Nova Southeastern University, where she launched the Legal Master’s programs in 2001.
Jennifer is deeply committed to student-focused engagement and academic excellence. Her work emphasizes meaningful student support and collaboration with faculty and administrators to ensure high-quality educational experiences for graduate students. Her career reflects a sustained dedication to legal education and the success of Legal Master’s students. -
Bethany Moran
EducationDynamics
Senior Vice President, Partnerships
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Kait Johnstone Pawlicky
University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School
Assistant Director, Outreach Specialist for the Master in Law Program
Passionate about higher education and strategic program development, Kait specializes in driving growth and engagement for the Master in Law (ML) Program at the University of Pennsylvania. She has led successful outreach efforts, strengthened community connections, and built meaningful partnerships to enhance program visibility and student experience. Her expertise in content strategy and digital marketing has resulted in increased enrollment and engagement. With a focus on fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration, she’s committed to creating sustainable value and driving positive change in higher education and beyond.
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Stephanie Peterson
University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law
Director, Non-JD Programs
NLMC Planning Committee Member
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Marye Phillips
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
Adjunct Professor of Law; Director, Health Care Compliance Online Certificate Program
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Adrian Phung
University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School
Integrated Marketing Manager
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Sandra Plenski
UC Law San Francisco
Deputy CFO and Controller; CFO of the Academic Village Finance Authority
USC School of Law Alum
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Rebecca Purdom
University of New Hampshire Franklin Pierce School of Law
Affiliate Faculty
NLMC Planning Committee Member
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Catharine Restrepo
University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School
Assistant Dean, Master in Law Program
NLMC Planning Committee Member
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Daniel Rodriguez
Northwestern Pritzker School of Law
Harold Washington Professor of Law
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Kelli Rodriguez
Seattle University Law School
Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs and Director of the Sports Law Program
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Susan Stephan
University of Cincinnati College of Law
Director of the Master of Legal Studies Program
NLMC Planning Committee Member
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Annie Stone
Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University
Director of Graduate Program Academic Services
Oversees academic services for online and on-campus legal master’s programs; 17+ years in higher education.
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David Thomson
Sturm College of Law at the University of Denver
Professor of the Practice of Law; John C. Dwan Professor for Online Learning
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Jessica Vapnek
UC Law San Francisco
Associate Dean of MLS Program; Director of the International Development Law Center; Professor of Practice
NLMC Planning Committee Member
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Steven Vaughn
Texas A&M University School of Law
Director of Graduate Programs
NLMC Planning Committee Member
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Rhea Vitalis
Everspring
Vice President, Growth Marketing
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Jennifer Ward
Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University
Assistant Teaching Professor
NLMC Planning Committee Member
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Elizabeth Kronk Warner
University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law
Jefferson B. & Rita E. Fordham Presidential Dean and Professor of Law
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Morgan Wells
UC Law San Francisco
Associate Director of the MLS Program and Professor of Practice
NLMC Planning Committee Member
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Mischa Wheat
Drexel University Kline School of Law
Associate Dean for Graduate Studies and Online Learning
NLMC Planning Committee Member
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Thomas Williams
ASU Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law
Senior Assistant Dean and Chief Operating Officer, Administration and Graduate Programs
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