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The University of Tulsa has announced the acquisition of Fab Lab Tulsa, which provides access to digital fabrication tools and resources throughout the community through membership and programming. The move is part of TU’s ongoing efforts to promote innovation and aligns with the university’s global reputation in engineering, computer science, and the creative arts. “We […]
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Leslie Weeks, J.D.

Visiting Professor of Legal Writing

Law School: Law
law8884@utulsa.edu

About

Leslie Weeks is a legal writing professor who specializes in legal writing and appellate practice. She practiced law for 30 years in Dallas and Tulsa, with a practice that focused primarily on writing motions, briefs and appeals in the areas of medical malpractice and employment law. She also spent two years practicing corporate and securities law in Dallas.

Research interests and areas of expertise

Best Lawyers in America for appellate practice, 2012-2023; 2018 and 2023 Oklahoma Appellate Practice Lawyer of the Year; Super Lawyer award recipient

Education

J.D., University of Texas School of Law
B.S., Texas Christian University

Research interests and areas of expertise

Legal Writing
Appellate Practice