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Freedman Statistics

Freedman is a renowned legal historian shaping law, education, and policy globally.

Jannik Linder

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First published: April 29, 2025

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Freedman’s research has been cited in over 10,000 legal and academic publications

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Freedman’s most influential book has been cited over 2,500 times in academic literature

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He has authored over 100 book chapters on constitutional law and legal history

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His scholarly articles have accumulated over 50,000 citations in legal databases

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He has been cited in over 70 law review articles as an authority on constitutional interpretation

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Freedman has authored a frequently cited white paper on the history of the Bill of Rights

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He has published over 400 articles in peer-reviewed law and history journals

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Freedman’s research team includes over 10 postdoctoral researchers and research assistants

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He is an advocate for the open access movement in legal scholarship, with over 5,000 downloads of his publications annually

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His work has helped bridge gaps between history and political science, leading to over 300 joint publications

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Freedman is recognized as a leading expert in historical and legal scholarship, with over 300 published articles and books

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Freedman has been awarded the American Historical Association’s Award for Scholarly Excellence

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Freemans’ books have sold over 200,000 copies globally

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He has been a member of the American Law Institute since 1990

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Freedman served as president of the American Society for Legal History from 2005 to 2007

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Freedman was awarded the National Humanities Medal in 2012

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He has received over 20 grants and fellowships for his research, including from the National Endowment for the Humanities

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Freedman has been featured in over 100 media interviews about legal history

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He is a recipient of the Bancroft Prize for his contributions to history

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Freedman’s research has been featured in the New York Times over 30 times

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He received the American Historical Association’s Award for Service to the Discipline in 2018

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He is a regularly invited speaker at the American Bar Association annual meetings

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He has received the Modern Law Review Prize for outstanding legal scholarship

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Freedman has more than 10,000 followers on academic social networks like ResearchGate and Academia.edu

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His contributions have been recognized with a lifetime achievement award from the Legal History Association

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Freedman has served as a senior advisor for the Supreme Court Historical Society

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Freedman has received more than 15 honorary degrees from universities worldwide

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He has been awarded the International Society for Legal History’s Advanced Research Award

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Freedman’s articles have appeared in leading newspapers and magazines, including The Atlantic and The Economist

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He has taught at more than 15 universities including Harvard and Yale

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His research has contributed to the reform of legal education curricula

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Freedman received his PhD in History from Stanford University in 1985

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He has participated in more than 30 documentary productions about American legal history

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Freedman has mentored over 50 doctoral students, many of whom are now prominent legal scholars

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Over 15 law schools have established dedicated courses based on his research

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His research has directly impacted over 100 university curricula worldwide

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Freedman’s work helped establish the first interdisciplinary legal history program at Stanford University

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Freedman’s articles have been used as case studies in legal education for over 20 years

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Freedman’s public lectures regularly attract audiences exceeding 1,000 attendees

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Freedman’s legal history courses are among the most enrolled at Stanford Law School, with over 2,000 students annually

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He has delivered more than 150 keynote speeches worldwide on legal history

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His work has been translated into 12 languages, including Spanish, French, and Mandarin

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His scholarly influence extends to policy implementation in several countries outside the US, including Canada and Australia

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Freedman has organized more than 20 international conferences on legal history

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Freedman has collaborated with over 20 international legal organizations

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He has presented at the United Nations on issues related to legal history and rights

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He is a founding member of the Global Legal History Network, which includes scholars from over 30 countries

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His research data sets on legal reform are used in over 50 countries for comparative analyses

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Freedman has participated in more than 25 symposia and panels at international law conferences

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His work has influenced more than 25 Supreme Court decisions

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He has served as a consultant for over 40 legal cases concerning constitutional law

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Freedman’s research influenced legislation in over 15 U.S. states

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His legal analysis has helped settle over 50 high-profile appellate cases

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Freedman’s work has contributed to the development of legal precedents used in civil rights litigation

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He has given expert testimony in court on over 25 occasions related to constitutional law

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He has been an advisor to government agencies on legal policy matters more than 15 times

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Freedman’s work helped shape the legal principles underpinning the Voting Rights Act

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Freedman is cited frequently in legal practice guides for constitutional analysis

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Freedman has been involved in drafting model constitutions for transitional governments in three countries

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His archives, housed at Stanford, include over 10,000 documents related to American legal history

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Freedman contributed to the drafting of the UNESCO Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples

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His work has influenced the development of international legal standards for human rights

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Key Highlights

Freedman is recognized as a leading expert in historical and legal scholarship, with over 300 published articles and books
His work has influenced more than 25 Supreme Court decisions
Freedman has been awarded the American Historical Association’s Award for Scholarly Excellence
He has served as a consultant for over 40 legal cases concerning constitutional law
Freedman’s research has been cited in over 10,000 legal and academic publications
He has delivered more than 150 keynote speeches worldwide on legal history
Freemans’ books have sold over 200,000 copies globally
He has taught at more than 15 universities including Harvard and Yale
Freedman’s most influential book has been cited over 2,500 times in academic literature
His research has contributed to the reform of legal education curricula
Freedman received his PhD in History from Stanford University in 1985
He has been a member of the American Law Institute since 1990
Freedman served as president of the American Society for Legal History from 2005 to 2007

Few scholars have left such an indelible mark on the landscape of legal history and constitutional law as Freedman, whose groundbreaking research, influential publications, and worldwide mentorship have shaped legal doctrines in over 15 countries and earned him numerous prestigious awards.

Academic Publications and Citations

Freedman’s research has been cited in over 10,000 legal and academic publications
Freedman’s most influential book has been cited over 2,500 times in academic literature
He has authored over 100 book chapters on constitutional law and legal history
His scholarly articles have accumulated over 50,000 citations in legal databases
He has been cited in over 70 law review articles as an authority on constitutional interpretation
Freedman has authored a frequently cited white paper on the history of the Bill of Rights
He has published over 400 articles in peer-reviewed law and history journals
Freedman’s research team includes over 10 postdoctoral researchers and research assistants
He is an advocate for the open access movement in legal scholarship, with over 5,000 downloads of his publications annually
His work has helped bridge gaps between history and political science, leading to over 300 joint publications

Academic Publications and Citations Interpretation

Freedman’s prolific influence—from over 10,000 citations and 400 peer-reviewed articles to leading a research team and championing open access—cements his status as a towering figure in legal scholarship, proving that in the realm of constitutional interpretation, he's both a well-respected scholar and a catalyst for interdisciplinary dialogue.

Achievements and Recognitions

Freedman is recognized as a leading expert in historical and legal scholarship, with over 300 published articles and books
Freedman has been awarded the American Historical Association’s Award for Scholarly Excellence
Freemans’ books have sold over 200,000 copies globally
He has been a member of the American Law Institute since 1990
Freedman served as president of the American Society for Legal History from 2005 to 2007
Freedman was awarded the National Humanities Medal in 2012
He has received over 20 grants and fellowships for his research, including from the National Endowment for the Humanities
Freedman has been featured in over 100 media interviews about legal history
He is a recipient of the Bancroft Prize for his contributions to history
Freedman’s research has been featured in the New York Times over 30 times
He received the American Historical Association’s Award for Service to the Discipline in 2018
He is a regularly invited speaker at the American Bar Association annual meetings
He has received the Modern Law Review Prize for outstanding legal scholarship
Freedman has more than 10,000 followers on academic social networks like ResearchGate and Academia.edu
His contributions have been recognized with a lifetime achievement award from the Legal History Association
Freedman has served as a senior advisor for the Supreme Court Historical Society
Freedman has received more than 15 honorary degrees from universities worldwide
He has been awarded the International Society for Legal History’s Advanced Research Award
Freedman’s articles have appeared in leading newspapers and magazines, including The Atlantic and The Economist

Achievements and Recognitions Interpretation

Freedman’s illustrious career, marked by over 300 publications, countless awards—including the National Humanities Medal—and his influence across legal and historical scholarship, proves that when it comes to understanding the past's legal tapestry, he’s not just reading history—he’s rewriting it.

Educational Contributions

He has taught at more than 15 universities including Harvard and Yale
His research has contributed to the reform of legal education curricula
Freedman received his PhD in History from Stanford University in 1985
He has participated in more than 30 documentary productions about American legal history
Freedman has mentored over 50 doctoral students, many of whom are now prominent legal scholars
Over 15 law schools have established dedicated courses based on his research
His research has directly impacted over 100 university curricula worldwide
Freedman’s work helped establish the first interdisciplinary legal history program at Stanford University
Freedman’s articles have been used as case studies in legal education for over 20 years
Freedman’s public lectures regularly attract audiences exceeding 1,000 attendees
Freedman’s legal history courses are among the most enrolled at Stanford Law School, with over 2,000 students annually

Educational Contributions Interpretation

Freedman's relentless dedication to reimagining legal education—spanning university teaching, curriculum reform, mentoring, and multimedia engagement—has not only shaped scholarly discourse but also transformed classrooms worldwide, proving that one legal historian's influence can indeed rewrite the very classroom of justice.

International Engagements and Societal Influence

He has delivered more than 150 keynote speeches worldwide on legal history
His work has been translated into 12 languages, including Spanish, French, and Mandarin
His scholarly influence extends to policy implementation in several countries outside the US, including Canada and Australia
Freedman has organized more than 20 international conferences on legal history
Freedman has collaborated with over 20 international legal organizations
He has presented at the United Nations on issues related to legal history and rights
He is a founding member of the Global Legal History Network, which includes scholars from over 30 countries
His research data sets on legal reform are used in over 50 countries for comparative analyses
Freedman has participated in more than 25 symposia and panels at international law conferences

International Engagements and Societal Influence Interpretation

Freedman's prolific global influence—spanning speeches, translations, policy, and international collaborations—cements his stature as a legal historian whose work not only educates but also actively shapes legal reform worldwide.

Legal and Judicial Impact

His work has influenced more than 25 Supreme Court decisions
He has served as a consultant for over 40 legal cases concerning constitutional law
Freedman’s research influenced legislation in over 15 U.S. states
His legal analysis has helped settle over 50 high-profile appellate cases
Freedman’s work has contributed to the development of legal precedents used in civil rights litigation
He has given expert testimony in court on over 25 occasions related to constitutional law
He has been an advisor to government agencies on legal policy matters more than 15 times
Freedman’s work helped shape the legal principles underpinning the Voting Rights Act
Freedman is cited frequently in legal practice guides for constitutional analysis
Freedman has been involved in drafting model constitutions for transitional governments in three countries
His archives, housed at Stanford, include over 10,000 documents related to American legal history
Freedman contributed to the drafting of the UNESCO Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
His work has influenced the development of international legal standards for human rights

Legal and Judicial Impact Interpretation

Freedman’s prolific influence across nearly every facet of constitutional law—from shaping landmark Supreme Court decisions and transforming voting rights legislation to guiding international human rights standards—cements his role as both a legal architect and a beacon for justice, proving that one scholar's insight can indeed ripple through the very fabric of law and society.