Luke Herr

Luke Herr is a legal scholar and academic known for his work on consumer finance law, bankruptcy, and economic inequality. He is an Associate Professor of Law at the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School. Herr's research often focuses on the historical and theoretical underpinnings of contemporary legal issues, particularly within the context of debt and its societal impact. His scholarship has been published in leading law reviews.

His work examines topics such as the regulation of payday lending, the role of credit in household finances, and the evolution of bankruptcy law. He often incorporates perspectives from political economy and critical legal studies into his analyses. Herr's scholarship is often cited in academic and policy discussions relating to financial regulation and consumer protection. Prior to his academic career, he worked as a community organizer and legal advocate focusing on issues of economic justice.