Nicolas Duque-Franco

Nicolas Duque-Franco is a law clerk at the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) with a background in legal education and advocacy.5 He graduated from the University of Chicago and later obtained his law degree from New York University School of Law.3

Education and Academic Achievements

During his time at NYU Law, Duque-Franco was:

• A Derrick Bell Scholar2
• A student fellow at the Law School's Center on Race, Inequality, and the Law2

Professional Experience

After completing his law degree, Duque-Franco:

• Completed a fellowship with the Center for Appellate Litigation3
• Worked as a law clerk at the ACLU5
• Gained experience at various legal institutions, including:
  • Federal Defenders of San Diego, Inc.
  • Federal Public Defender
  • U.S. Department of Justice1

Interests and Expertise

Duque-Franco has demonstrated a strong interest in:

• Advocacy and social justice
• Impact litigation (He organized an event on "Opportunities in Impact Litigation" at NYU School of Law)4

His diverse experiences in different legal settings suggest a commitment to public service and civil rights advocacy, aligning with his current role at the ACLU.