Law on Trial

Sean Osei-Owusu’s book examines shortcomings in how law is taught and practiced, arguing that traditional legal education often prioritizes technical reasoning over ethical reflection.

The author critiques curricula that emphasize arcane doctrines instead of contemporary, societally relevant topics like housing and land use.

He calls for reforms that compel law students and lawyers to reckon with the broader social consequences of legal work.

The book offers both diagnosis and prescription for reshaping legal education to better serve justice and the public good.

Grounded in his experience as a law professor, it combines scholarly critique with practical recommendations for change.