The Judge Alexander Williams, Jr. Center proudly congratulates our esteemed Board Member, Professor Michael Pastor, on his appointment as the inaugural Dean for Technology Law Programs at New York Law School (NYLS).

Professor Pastor has long been a distinguished leader at the intersection of law, technology, and innovation, and his new role at NYLS reflects a career dedicated to advancing critical issues such as privacy, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and data governance. His visionary leadership will drive the development of the School’s new integrated Data and AI Law Project and strengthen student engagement in technology and privacy law education.

Throughout his career, Dean Pastor has demonstrated a deep commitment to justice, innovation, and public service. Prior to his appointment, he served as New York City’s chief technology lawyer, providing strategic legal guidance on technology policy, digital privacy, and innovation initiatives. At NYLS, he has also held leadership roles with the Innovation Center for Law and Technology and the James Tricarico Jr. Institute for the Business of Law and In-House Counsel, shaping the next generation of technology law professionals.

At the Judge AW Center, we are honored to benefit from Dean Pastor’s insights, strategic guidance, and unwavering commitment to ensuring that technology and innovation are harnessed to promote equity, justice, and opportunity for all communities.

Dean Pastor’s new role is a significant step forward not only for NYLS but for the broader legal community, as issues surrounding technology, data, and AI increasingly impact our daily lives and the pursuit of justice. We look forward to continuing to work alongside Dean Pastor as we advance our shared mission of empowering resilient communities, cultivating youth leadership, and addressing systemic social inequities.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Dean Pastor on this well-deserved achievement and are excited to support him in this new chapter of his extraordinary career.

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Michael Pastor Appointed as Dean for Technology Law Programs