Elliot Axelrod

Professor

Zicklin School of Business

Department: Law

Areas of expertise:

Email Address: elliot.axelrod@baruch.cuny.edu

Education

Member, New York State Bar, 1969-Present,

J.D., Law, New York Law School

B.S., Business Administration, New York University

SemesterCourse PrefixCourse NumberCourse Name
Fall 2022LAW1101Fundamentals of Business Law
Fall 2021LAW1101HHon Fund Bus Law
Spring 2021LAW1101HHon Fund Bus Law
Spring 2020LAW1101HHon Fund Bus Law
Spring 2019LAW1101Fundamentals of Business Law
Fall 2018LAW1101Fundamentals of Business Law
Spring 2018LAW1101Fundamentals of Business Law
Fall 2017LAW1101Fundamentals of Business Law
Spring 2017LAW1101Fundamentals of Business Law
Spring 2017LAW1101HHon Fund Bus Law
Fall 2016LAW1101Fundamentals of Business Law
Fall 2016LAW3102Law of Business Organizations
Spring 2016LAW3102Law of Business Organizations
Spring 2016LAW1101HHon Fund Bus Law
Fall 2015LAW1101Fundamentals of Business Law
Fall 2015LAW1101Fundamentals of Business Law
Spring 2015LAW1101HHon Fund Bus Law
Fall 2014LAW1101Fundamentals of Business Law
Spring 2014LAW1101HHon Fund Bus Law
Fall 2013LAW3102Law of Business Organizations
Fall 2013LAW1101Fundamentals of Business Law
Spring 2013LAW3102Law of Business Organizations
Spring 2013LAW1101HHon Fund Bus Law
Spring 2012LAW1101HHon Fund Bus Law
Fall 2011LAW1101HHon Fund Bus Law
Spring 2011LAW1101HHon Fund Bus Law
Fall 2010LAW1101HHon Fund Bus Law
Spring 2010LAW1101HHon Fund Bus Law
Fall 2009LAW1101HHon Fund Bus Law
Spring 2009LAW1101HHon Fund Bus Law
Fall 2008LAW1101Fundamentals of Business Law
Spring 2008LAW1101HHon Fund Bus Law
Fall 2007LAW1101HHon Fund Bus Law
Spring 2007LAW1101HHon Fund Bus Law
Fall 2006LAW1101HHon Fund Bus Law
Spring 2006LAW3220Law & Entertain Bus
Fall 2005LAW1101HHon Fund Bus Law
Spring 2005LAW3220Law & Entertain Bus
Fall 2004LAW1101HHon Fund Bus Law
Spring 2004LAW3220Law & Entertain Bus
Fall 2003LAW1101HHon Fund Bus Law
Spring 2003LAW1101HHon Fund Bus Law
Fall 2002LAW1101HHon Fund Bus Law
Spring 2002LAW1101HHon Fund Bus Law
Fall 2001LAW1101Fundamentals of Business Law

Books

Axelrod, E., & Mullings, S. (2003). Fundamentals of Business Law.

Journal Articles

Axelrod, E. (2017). A Pragmatic Scrutiny of Mitigation of Damages in Breach of Entertainment and Other Service Contracts. Rutgers Journal of Law & Public Policy, 15(1). 1-24 (Lead Article).

Axelrod, E. (2013). The Efficacy of the Negative Injunction in Breach of Entertainment Contracts, . The John Marshall Law Review, 46. 2, 409 - 427 (Lead Article).

Axelrod, E. (2012). Ideas, A Dime A Dozen, or Worth Protection?. University of Denver - Sturm College of Law Sports and Entertainment Law Journal, 13(Fall 2012). 3-22 (Lead Article).

(1991). A Pragmatic Scrutiny of Liquidated Damages. Lincoln University Law Review, 19(2). 79-95 (Lead Article).

(1990). Successive Assignments - Conflicting Priorities. University of Dayton Law Review, 14(2). 295-308.

(1984). Regulating the Assignment Relationship - U.C.C 2-210. The Detroit College of Law Review, 1984(1). 1-21.

(1983). The Charging Order-Rights of a Partner's Creditor. The Arkansas Law Review , 36(1). 81-101. (Noted in <i> Worth Reading, National Law Journal </i> August1983).

(1983). The Doctrine of Implied Ratification - Application and Limitations. The Oklahoma Law Review, 36(4). 849-862.

(1982). Specific Performance of Contracts for Sales of Goods - Expansion or Retrenchment in the 80's. Vermont Law Review, 7(2). 249-272.

(1982). The Requirements Contract - What is Required?. Drake Law Review, 31(1). 83-110.

(1982). Application of U.C.C. 2-202 - The Integrated Agreement. The Capital University Law Review, 12(1). 1-16 (Lead Article).

(1981). Judicial Attitudes Towards Specific Performance of Construction Contracts. University of Dayton Law Review, 7(1). 33-49.

(1981). The Effect of Rejection on the Option Contract. Oklahoma City University Law Review, 6(2). 415-430.

Presentations

Axelrod, E. (2021, December 12). Careers in Theater, Fashion and Entertainment Law. Baruch Pre-Law Society Annual Program. Baruch College: Pre-Law Society.

Axelrod, E. (2018, November 30). Law in Sports, Theatre, and Fashion (Keynote Speech). Annual Pre-Law Society Program. Baruch College: Pre-Law Society.

Axelrod, E. (2017, August 31). Navigating the Reappointment, Promotion and Tenure Processes. Annual Conference. Savannah, Georgia: Academy of Legal Studies in Business.

Axelrod, E. (2013, November 21). The Law Behind Hollywood, Sports and Fashion. Pre-Law Society.

Axelrod, E. (2011, November 11). . Annual Induction Ceremony. "Paths To Success": Golden Key International Honour Society.

Axelrod, E. (2011, August 31). Effective Pedagogical Methodology. Annual Conference. New Orleans, LA: Academy of Legal Studies in Business, Panels.

Axelrod, E. (2009, August 31). Non-Disclosure/Confidentiality Agreements. Annual Conference. : Academy of Legal Studies in Business.

Axelrod, E. (2008, August 31). Common Law Protection of Ideas. Business Conference. California: Academy of Legal Studies.

Axelrod, E. (2004, October 31). Law and Business in the Entertainment Industry. : Baruch College Graduate Media & Entertainment Business Club.

Axelrod, E. (2004, May 31). Law of Business Organizations. Executive MBA Program. : Baruch College.

Axelrod, E. (2000, December 31). Business Law Curriculum Development. Business Conference. California: Academy of Legal Studies.

Axelrod, E. (1999, September 30). Liquidated Damages Clauses - Guidelines. Business Conference. Vail, CO: Academy of Legal Studies.

Axelrod, E. (1998, August 31). The Negative Injunction Remedy for Breach of Entertainment Contracts. Business Annual Conference. San Diego, CA: Academy of Legal Studies.

Axelrod, E. (1998, September 30). Business Law Updates. Nashville, TN: American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

Axelrod, E. (1998, August 31). Business Law Updates. Jackson, MS: American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

Axelrod, E. (1998, February 27). Mentoring In Academe. Conference on the Tenure and Promotion Process. : Baruch College.

Axelrod, E. (1996, August 31). Acquisition of Life Story Rights for Motion Pictures. Business Annual Conference. Quebec City, Canada: Academy of Legal Studies.

Axelrod, E. (1996, August 31). Business Law Updates. Birmingham, AL: American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

Axelrod, E. (1996, August 17). Living Wills, Health Care Proxies, Elder Law. Entertaining Health. : WREF (radio show).

Axelrod, E. (1995, April 30). American Business Law. C.I.S. Executive Training Program. : Center for Management, Baruch College/CUNY.

Axelrod, E. (1993, November 9). . Business Ethics Workshop. Roosevelt Hotel

Axelrod, E., & Feit, C. (1989, November 16). . Careers in Law. : Baruch College.

Axelrod, E. (1987, February 17). . CUNY-Industry Forum on Theatre and Real Estate. New York, New York: CUNY Research Foundation.

Axelrod, E. (1984, May 1). . The Business of New York Theatre. : Faculty Seminar Series, Baruch College.

Axelrod, E. (1983, April 23). Performing Arts Law and Copyright Law. Legal Symposium. : Brooklyn Law School.

Axelrod, E. (1982, April 21). Business Functions in the Entertainment Industry and Legally Protecting Creative Properties. : Baruch College.

Axelrod, E. (1982, February 24). Negotiating Contracts in the Legitimate Theatre. Brooklyn College Master of Fine Arts Program in Performing Arts Management. : CUNY Graduate Center.

Axelrod, E. (1981, November 20). Management Opportunities in the Entertainment Industry. Baruch College Management Society.

Axelrod, E. (1981, March 19). Business and the Entertainment Industry. : Baruch Music Club.

Other Scholarly Works

Axelrod, E. (2002). Protecting Idea Submissions.

Reviews

Axelrod, E. (1991,August 1). Health Care Consumer: Making the Right Choices. Skidmore-Roth Publishing.

Research Currently in Progess

Axelrod, E.(n.d.). Legal Issues Regarding Subsidiary Rights in Theatre Production Contracts. In Progress.

Honor / AwardOrganization SponsorDate ReceivedDescription
2016 Faculty Service AwardBernard M. Baruch College Alumni Association2016
Faculty InducteeGolden Key International Honour Society2011
Excellence in Teaching AwardZicklin School of Business2006
Zicklin Senior Fellow in Law2001
Presidential Excellence Award for Distinguished Teaching2001
Distinguished Service AwardBaruch College Alumni Association2000
Beta Gamma Sigma Honor SocietyFaculty Inductee1995
Excellence in Teaching AwardSchool of Business and Public Administration1991
Certificate of AppreciationSpecial Olympics, Kennedy Foundation1990
Invited Visiting ProfessorCUNY, Master of Fine Arts Graduate Program in Performing Arts Management1981
American Jurisprudence AwardNew York Law School1968
Dean's ListNew York University1964
PresidentBeta Gamma Sigma Honor SocietyApril 2010 to Present
Outstanding Honors Teaching (2011)Honors Student Council/Honors ProgramInaugural Award recognizing creative, engaging teaching and community-building within the Honors Program (May 2011)

College

Committee NamePosition RoleStart DateEnd Date
Zicklin Mission and Vision Statements Task ForceCommittee MemberPresent
Weissman Center for International BusinessAdvisory PanelPresent
Baruch College Faculty Senate Standing Committee on Educational PolicyCommittee ChairPresent
Weissman Center for International BusinessAdvisory PanelPresent
Chair, Search Committee, Director, Executive ProgramsCommittee ChairPresent
William Newman Department of Real EstateSearch Committee ChairPresent
William Newman Department of Real Estate Executive CommitteeAd Hoc MemberPresent
Baruch College Faculty Senate Committee on Budget and FinanceCommittee MemberPresent
Executive Committee, Baruch College Faculty SenateVice-ChairPresent
Academic Advisory Committee for Continuing and Professional StudiesPresent
Dean's Reception and Orientation for MajorsPresent
Student Organizations (several)Faculty AdvisorPresent
College Committee on Pluralism & DiversityPresent
Author of Departmental Final ExaminationsPresent
Preparation of Department materials regarding subjects of Administrative, Consumer and Environmental LawPresent
Law 1101 Content/Delivery Review CommitteePresent
Law Seminars CommitteePresent
Strategic Planning CommitteePresent
Law 1101 Assessment CommitteePresent
ALSBRepresentativePresent
Baruch Faculty Senate Standing Committee on Academic Freedom and ResponsibilityCommittee Chair12/31/2021
Interim Department Chair, William Newman Department of Real Estate7/31/2015
Curriculum Committee12/31/2012
Executive Committee12/31/2012
Recruitment Committee12/31/2012
Personnel & Budget Committee12/31/2012
Department Chair, Department of Law7/31/2012
Commencement ExercisesFaculty Marshall12/31/2009
Zicklin Service Excellence Initiative, P-100 Task Force12/31/2009
Steven L. Newman Real Estate InstituteAdvisory Panel12/31/2006
Zicklin Executive ProgramsLecturer12/31/2006
College For A Day ProgramParticipant12/31/2003
Continuing and Professional StudiesAdvisory Board, Paralegal Program12/31/2003
Search CommitteeChair, Associate Dean/Director of Continuing and Professional Studies12/31/2002
Committe on Audio Visual Serviceslegal consultant12/31/2000
Committee on Mission and Programs, School of Public Affairs12/31/2000
Small Business LabLiaison12/31/2000
Visiting Russian Attorneys and Judges ProgramLecturer12/31/1999
CUNY Community CollegesLiaison, Articulation12/31/1998
Personnel & Budget CommitteeSecretary12/31/1998
Search Committee, Vice President for AdministrationCommittee Chair12/31/1998
Search Committe for Dean of School of Public Affairs12/31/1998
Developed "Essentials of Business Law" course for new School of Management for the University of the North in South Africa, a joint project with Baruch's School of Business12/31/1996
Institutional Research and AnalysisLiaison12/31/1995
Search CommitteeDean, School of Business12/31/1995
Business Ethics Workshop12/31/1995
CUNY Community Colleges Articulation PoliciesLiaison12/31/1992
Student Prizes and Awards Committee12/31/1992
Executive Committee, Faculty Senate12/31/1991
Chairpersons' Committee, finalists for President of Baruch College12/31/1991
Executive Committee, Graduate Faculty12/31/1990
Executive Committee Graduate Faculty12/31/1990
Contract Law Workshops12/31/1990
Faculty SenateSenator12/31/1990
Baruch College Auxilliary Services, Inc.Board of Directors12/31/1990
Executive CommitteeGraduate Faculty12/31/1990
Executive Committee, Faculty Senate12/31/1989
Research Committee, Faculty Fellowships12/31/1988
Committee on Library12/31/1988
Search Committee, College Dean of Students12/31/1987
Baruch College Association, Inc.Board of Directors12/31/1987
Developed Certificate Program in Paralegal StudiesAssociate Director12/31/1986
Committee on Academic Freedom and Responsibility, Faculty Senate12/31/1986
Freshman Orientation ProgramFaculty Leader12/31/1986
Law Department Faculty ForumSecretary12/31/1985
Revised Department By-Laws12/31/1984
Dean of Students' Community Discussion Groups Programparticipant12/31/1984
Faculty Seminar Seriesparticipant12/31/1984
Committee on Social Affairs12/31/1984
Developed Certificate Program in Paralegal Studies for Baruch College Continuinig and Professional Studies12/31/1980
Freshman Orientation ProgramFaculty Leader12/31/1979

University

Committee NamePosition RoleStart DateEnd Date
CUNY FIRSTFaculty Liaison1/1/2007Present
Executive Committee of the Faculty-Student Disciplinary CommitteeCommittee Chair8/27/20228/31/2023
CUNY-Industry Research Foundation Seminar Seriespanelist12/31/2002
Graduate Program Lecture/Panel Discussionparticipant12/31/2002
Search Committee, CUNY Vice Chancellor for Legal Affairs and General Counsel to CUNY12/31/2000
CUNY-Wide Articulation Conferences1/1/199012/31/1995

Professional

OrganizationPosition RoleOrganization StateOrganization CountryStart DateEnd DateAudience
The Coleman Jacoby Testamentary Charitable Remainder TrustCo-TrusteeNew YorkUnited States1/1/2011Present
American Business Law Journal and Journal of Legal Studies (publications of the Academy of Legal Studies in Business)1/1/2010Present
Consulting Services, Legal Issues in the Entertainment Business and in Estate Planning and Probate1/1/1988Present
Temple University, Fox School of ManagementExternal Reviewer of Department of Legal StudiesPennsylvaniaUnited States1/1/200912/31/2009

Public

OrganizationPosition RoleOrganization StateOrganization CountryStart DateEnd DateAudience
Academy of Legal Students in BusinessMemberPresent
New York State Certified Court EvaluatorPresent
The Copyright Society of the U.S.A.MemberPresent
Special Olympics, The Kennedy FoundationMemberPresent
Seminars, Practicing Law Institute, N.Y.S. Bar AssociationGuest SpeakerPresent
On-Stage Repetory Theatre, Inc., non-profit N.Y.S. charteredBoard of DirectorsPresent
New York State Supreme Court AppointmentGuardian Ad LitemPresent
New York State Supreme Court AppointmentReceiverPresent
New York State BarMemberPresent
The New York State Supreme Court AppointmentMediatorPresent
New York Law School Alumni Advisory CouncilMemberPresent
Glennwood-Flatlands Civic AssociationMemberPresent
Dramatists' Guild Committee, Off-Broadway ProductionsMemberPresent
CUNY Academy for the Humanities and SciencesMemberPresent
Brooklyn Law School Legal Career SeminarsGuest SpeakerPresent
Baruch College Alumni AssociationMemberPresent
American Institute of Certified Public AccountantsGuest SpeakerPresent
American Bar AssociationMemberPresent