Bernie Burk Law Professor

Bernie Burk is a legal scholar with expertise in ethics, professional responsibility, and the economics of legal education. He has served on the faculties of several U.S. law schools and taught courses in professional responsibility, civil procedure, and legal remedies. His work includes co-authoring a textbook on ethical lawyering, now widely used in legal education and professional development programs nationwide. He has also contributed to research on the structural challenges facing legal academia and the legal services market.

A former litigator with decades of practice experience, Burk brings a dual perspective to his academic and consulting roles. He has served as outside ethics counsel for legal aid organizations and contributed expert opinions in professional conduct cases. His writing has been featured in legal journals and public discourse on the future of law, and he regularly participates in conferences and podcasts on legal ethics.

Bernie approaches legal systems with rigor and clarity. He believes the professional obligations of lawyers are fundamental to a functioning justice system. From North Carolina, he continues to support institutions, educators, and practitioners navigating the complexities of legal accountability in today’s changing landscape.