Professors in Conversation: Lisa Bressman on Administrative Law

In our new series called "Professors in Conversation", we interview Vanderbilt Law faculty members to discuss their scholarship, current legal events, and more.

#VandyLaw student and Social Media Ambassador, Kristin Smith '25 interviews Professor Lisa Schultz Bressman, Vice Dean and a leading expert in administrative law, in this episode. Recently recognized as one of the top 20 most-cited Administrative and/or Environmental Law scholars in the U.S. (2019-2023), Professor Bressman shares insights into her scholarship, reflections on the Supreme Court's recent Chevron decision, and her views on the future of administrative law.

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This conversation delves into the fascinating world of administrative law, from statutory interpretation to agency action, empirical research, and the impact of landmark rulings. Tune in for a candid and thought-provoking discussion with one of Vanderbilt Law’s most esteemed faculty members.

Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
0:39 What is Administrative Law?
1:00 Overview of Professor Bressman’s Scholarship
3:00 Key findings on Congressional Drafting
4:29 Arbitrary vs. Non-Arbitrary Agency Action
7:44 The Impact of the Supreme Court’s Chevron Decision
10:06 The Future of Administrative Law

Learn more about Professor Lisa Bressman: https://bit.ly/3O82v1T
Lisa Bressman Promoted to Vice Dean of Vanderbilt Law School: https://bit.ly/3CyM10g
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