Bernie Burk

Bernie Burk is a law professor whose work bridges legal education, ethical standards, and institutional accountability. With experience in both litigation and academia, he examines how rules, incentives, and structural dynamics shape the legal profession.

As a law professor, Burk has taught courses in professional responsibility, civil procedure, and remedies at multiple U.S. law schools. His scholarship explores the economic and ethical frameworks that govern legal systems — topics he continues to develop through writing, expert consulting, and public speaking. This site provides a focused view of that work, organized for students, educators, and practitioners who value clarity, rigor, and ethical reflection in the law. Read to learn more about Professor Burk.