Bernie Burk Law Professor

Bernie Burk, law professor, is a legal scholar whose work focuses on legal ethics, professional responsibility, and the evolving structure of the legal profession. With experience in academia and private practice he has taught at many U.S. law schools and regularly presents on legal education, the responsibilities of legal institutions, and professional conduct. He is co-author of a widely adopted textbook on ethical lawyering, which is used in classrooms and continuing education programs across the country. His publications analyze the systemic forces shaping how law is practiced and taught — especially in response to shifting economic and institutional norms. Through academic research, public speaking, and expert consultation, he contributes to ongoing efforts to strengthen legal accountability and transparency. His approach draws from litigation experience, critical insight, and a sustained commitment to improving access to justice and the ethical foundation of the legal profession.