Law Professor Sues Over Dean Appointment | Lexington News

Lexington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 14, 2026 · 1m

A Kentucky law professor is suing to block a federal judge’s appointment as dean of the University of Kentucky College of Law, arguing the move violates university policy and risks accreditation due to the judge’s lack of academic tenure. The suit, filed against the judge and university leadership, comes amid faculty backlash and political scrutiny, with the governor raising concerns over university management. Despite the legal challenge, the university says the dean’s start date remains unchanged — and this isn’t the professor’s first run-in with the school. Listen in comfort:Get a discount…