Phil Weiss

Phil Weiss is an Adjunct Professor of Clinical Law at Brooklyn Law School.2 He has been teaching at the school since August 2023.3 Weiss holds a Doctor of Law (J.D.) degree from Brooklyn Law School, with a focus on information law.

In addition to his academic role, Weiss is actively involved in legal practice. He is currently the Managing Member of Ascend Law, a position he has held since September 2017.3 His legal expertise appears to be in the areas of business and intellectual property law, particularly in advising new ventures and small businesses.1

Weiss has participated in Brooklyn Law School's Business Boot Camp program, where he shared his experience as outside general counsel to small businesses and startup ventures.1 This involvement demonstrates his practical knowledge in business law and his commitment to educating future lawyers.

Beyond his teaching and legal practice, Weiss has been involved in educational initiatives at Brooklyn Law School. He co-led a three-part course called "Coding for Lawyers" in collaboration with the school's Tech Ed Lab4, indicating his interest in the intersection of law and technology.

Weiss describes himself as "General counsel for creators and producers" on his social media profile5, suggesting a focus on serving clients in creative industries.