Franklin Rosenblatt

Associate Professor at Mississippi College School of Law; President, National Institute of Military Justice

Franklin D. Rosenblatt is an Associate Professor of Law at the Mississippi College School of Law, where he has been teaching since 2021. His academic focus includes Constitutional Law, Evidence, First Amendment rights, and International Criminal Law.1 3

Education and Career Background

Education:
- B.A. from James Madison University
- J.D. from the University of Virginia School of Law
- LL.M from the Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School
Professional Experience:
- Prior to his academic career, Rosenblatt worked as a litigation attorney at Butler Snow, LLP, where he handled cases in both federal and state courts.
- He served in the U.S. Army JAG Corps, taking on roles such as prosecutor, legal advisor, and defense counsel. Notably, he was the lead defense counsel for Sergeant Bowe Bergdahl during a highly publicized court-martial.1 2

Research Interests and Contributions

Rosenblatt's research interests are primarily centered around militaries, atrocities, and their intersection with judicial processes. His scholarly work has been published in various law reviews and he has contributed to significant legal discussions through articles and book chapters. He also co-founded the Forces Law Review, an international law journal focusing on military law.1 2

Leadership Roles

He holds several prominent positions in legal organizations:

President of the National Institute of Military Justice
President of the Criminal and Disciplinary Law Committee of the International Society for Military Law and the Law of War
Appointed Special Master for terrorism cases in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
Court of Appeals Judge for the Mississippi Army National Guard.1 2

Recognition and Awards

Rosenblatt has received multiple accolades from students for his teaching excellence, including:

Best Moot Court Coach (2022)
Best Pro Bono Contributions (2022, 2024)
BLSA Professor of the Year (2024)
Professor of the Year (2023, 2024).1 2

Current Involvement

In addition to his teaching responsibilities, he continues to represent clients in national security cases and maintains a pro bono practice focused on juvenile justice issues in Mississippi.1 2 His extensive experience in military law and advocacy makes him a recognized expert in his field.