VLGS Faculty

At Vermont Law and Graduate School our faculty are highly regarded for their contributions to the landscape of law and policy, as well as their experience in the field taking on some of today’s toughest legal fights.

Guided by our outstanding educators and staff, VLGS students have a rare opportunity to learn from leaders in their chosen field and are supported throughout every step of their journey, both inside and outside the classroom.

Explore our Faculty Directory to learn more about our faculty’s expertise, experience, and accomplishments.

Mia Montoya Hammersley

  • Director, Environmental Justice Clinic

Expertise: Environmental Justice, Environmental Law, Native American Law

Mary Mason

  • Visiting Assistant Professor

Expertise: Family Law

Dr. Guanchi Zhang

  • Assistant Professor of Law

Expertise: Land Use Law, Property Law, State and Government Law

Martha Austin

  • Financial Aid Counselor

DeMointe Wesley

  • Assistant Director of Partnerships and Communications, National Center on Restorative Justice

Shannon Heery

Expertise: Criminal Law and Procedure, Evidence, Trial Practice

Jordan Cooper

  • J.D. Admissions Counselor

Candis Darcey

  • Office Assistant

Cora Allison

  • Program Coordinator

Grant Smith

  • Assistant Professor of Law