Marc A. Consalo
Education:
- J.D. with Honors, University of Florida College of Law, 1999
- LL.M. with Distinction, Stetson University College of Law, 2016
- B.A., Summa Cum Laude, Rollins College, 1996
- Licensed to Practice Law in Florida (admitted September 1999)
- Licensed to Practice Law in the United States of America Middle District of Florida (admitted July 2008)
- Licensed Professional Guardian (April 2021)
Marc Consalo is an Assistant Professor of Law at Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. Professor Consalo teaches in both the Undergraduate Program and at the Law School level. He has taught J.D. students such classes as Criminal Law, Civil Procedure, and Professional Responsibility. Marc also serves as the faculty adviser for the undergraduate Moot Court Team and the First-Generation Law Students Organization.
Prior to joining NSU, Marc was with the UCF legal studies department from 2014-2022. During that time, he served many roles including Trial Team Adviser, Experiential Learning and Online Education Coordinator, Internship Coordinator, Director of the Center for Law and Policy, and Adjunct Faculty Coordinator. At the law school, he has created several new classes for the undergraduate program including a virtual study abroad course with schools from both the United Kingdom and Dubai. He also enjoys working with law students on the trial team and moot court teams.
Professor Consalo previously served as conflict counsel for the Ninth Judicial Circuit in Orange County, Florida, for over two decades, where he represented indigent individuals accused of serious crimes, including homicides. Additionally, Marc holds a professional guardian’s license and currently serves as a guardian ad litem, advocating for abused and neglected children in domestic relations cases. He is also an active member of the Capacity Examination Committee for his judicial circuit. Previously, he also served as a Special Magistrate for the Town Of Oakland, Florida.
Professor Consalo’s scholarly work concentrates on special populations within the United States’ prison system. He has authored multiple articles examining issues such as wrongful convictions and the unique challenges faced by disabled inmates. Furthermore, he has had the honor of presenting his research at various national conferences, including the American Association of Law Schools’ Annual Meeting and the Southeastern Association of Law Schools Summer Conference.
Committed to high-impact teaching methods, Professor Consalo believes that students benefit most from experiential learning. He seeks to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application by integrating his courtroom experience into his lectures. Whenever possible, he encourages students to engage in real-world casework, reinforcing the relevance and importance of their academic pursuits.