Ronald Weich

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Dean, University of Baltimore School of Law

A graduate of Columbia University and Yale Law School, Ronald Weich has been practicing law and working in the legal profession for over 40 years and has held his position as dean of the University of Baltimore’s School of Law since 2012.

As dean, he has brought national attention to the law school while also attracting significant donations and high-profile speakers. When the school experienced turbulent times due to societal issues, Weich guided the school with integrity and a steady hand to help get it through.

Prior to becoming dean of the law school, Weich had a lengthy career in government, where he served as an assistant attorney general in the U.S. Department of Justice during the Obama administration and as chief counsel to the U.S. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid and Sen. Edward M. Kennedy on the Senate Judiciary Committee. He advised the Massachusetts senator on civil and criminal justice issues, drug control policy, patient safety legislation, constitutional amendments and other matters.

During his tenure as assistant attorney general, he developed and implemented strategies to advance the department’s legislative priorities, coordinated the department’s response to congressional oversight and guided nominees through the Senate confirmation process. His areas of expertise in the legal field include criminal justice, sentencing law and the Federal legislative process. His highly regarded reputation has made him a sought-after legal expert.

Weich has published numerous articles on federal sentencing and criminal law topics. He is also a member of many advisory boards including, the Federal Sentencing Reporter, Vera Institute of Justice and Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law.