Professor Steinbuch’s Scholarship & Service

Professor Rob Steinbuch was recently cited by Justice Clarence Thomas in his concurring opinion in the United Supreme Court’s recent affirmative action case, “Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. vs. President and Fellows of Harvard College”. Justice Thomas cited Professor Steinbuch’s article (with UCLA law professor Richard Sander), “Mismatch and Bar Passage: A School-Specific Analysis” (Oct. … Professor Rob Steinbuch Cited in Supreme Court Opinion

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law has recognized three faculty members for excellence in research and creative endeavors, teaching, and public service. This recognition is part of the university’s annual faculty excellence awards. Associate Dean for Academic Affairs Lindsey Gustafson has been recognized for excellence in public service. … Bowen recognizes three faculty members for excellence

Earley, Neal. Redistrict appeal to wait, ACLU says. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette (Feb. 19, 2022): 1B, 8B.

Lynch, John. Suit disputes Little Rock on taking guns in City Hall. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette (Sept. 5, 2021). “The City’s actions demonstrate that it believes that it is above the law and exempt from the mandates of the state,” Steinbuch wrote in his 10-page petition. Any rights the city can claim are provided by the lawmakers … Professor Steinbuch discusses gun suit

Robert Steinbuch, a professor of law at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s William H. Bowen School of Law, will serve another term on Arkansas’s Freedom of Information Act Task Force. The Arkansas Freedom of Information Act Coalition voted this month to re-appoint Steinbuch as the coalition’s representative to the task force. The coalition … Steinbuch appointed to Arkansas Freedom of Information Act Task Force

Bowen, Bill. Sections Sign in Subscribe ADVERTISEMENT 2-page timeline is torn from Bigelow school yearbooks. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette (Aug. 10, 2021): . Robert Steinbuch, a professor of law at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and an expert on free-speech issues, said he wasn’t a fan of school administrators censoring students or faculty.

Eley, Ashton and Teresa Moss. Video still withheld after Lonoke County deputy’s fatal shooting of teen. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette (Aug. 1, 2021) It is legal for officials to deny body camera footage because of an ongoing criminal investigation, Robert Steinbuch, professor of law at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock William H. Bowen School of … Professor Steinbuch discusses fatal shooting video

Owens, Nathan. Murphy USA sues Benton County firm over name. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette (June 26, 2021). “It sounds like basic fraud to me,” said Robert Steinbuch, a law professor at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. “It doesn’t sound like a major intellectual property lawsuit. It just sounds like a simple transparent scam that might … Professor Steinbuch interviewed re: trademark lawsuit

Flaherty, Joseph. City of Little Rock’s email-retention policy allows deletion within 30 days. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette (June 27, 2021). He described the practice as “a real problem,” and said he was willing to work with the Arkansas Legislature during the next legislative session to address it.

Hibblen, Michael. “Suspect Charged in Jan. 6 Insurrection Raising Money Online to Pay for Defense.” KUAR, Little Rock, AR (June 1, 2021). Professor Steinbuch discusses the legality of the fundraiser and Barnett’s case in general.