Elliot Axelrod
Professor
Zicklin School of Business
- Biography
- Teaching
- Research and Creative Activity
- Grants
- Honors and Awards
- Service
Education
Member, New York State Bar, 1969-Present,
J.D., Law, New York Law School
B.S., Business Administration, New York University
Semester | Course Prefix | Course Number | Course Name |
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Fall 2022 | LAW | 1101 | Fundamentals of Business Law |
Fall 2021 | LAW | 1101H | Hon Fund Bus Law |
Spring 2021 | LAW | 1101H | Hon Fund Bus Law |
Spring 2020 | LAW | 1101H | Hon Fund Bus Law |
Spring 2019 | LAW | 1101 | Fundamentals of Business Law |
Fall 2018 | LAW | 1101 | Fundamentals of Business Law |
Spring 2018 | LAW | 1101 | Fundamentals of Business Law |
Fall 2017 | LAW | 1101 | Fundamentals of Business Law |
Spring 2017 | LAW | 1101 | Fundamentals of Business Law |
Spring 2017 | LAW | 1101H | Hon Fund Bus Law |
Fall 2016 | LAW | 1101 | Fundamentals of Business Law |
Fall 2016 | LAW | 3102 | Law of Business Organizations |
Spring 2016 | LAW | 3102 | Law of Business Organizations |
Spring 2016 | LAW | 1101H | Hon Fund Bus Law |
Fall 2015 | LAW | 1101 | Fundamentals of Business Law |
Fall 2015 | LAW | 1101 | Fundamentals of Business Law |
Spring 2015 | LAW | 1101H | Hon Fund Bus Law |
Fall 2014 | LAW | 1101 | Fundamentals of Business Law |
Spring 2014 | LAW | 1101H | Hon Fund Bus Law |
Fall 2013 | LAW | 3102 | Law of Business Organizations |
Fall 2013 | LAW | 1101 | Fundamentals of Business Law |
Spring 2013 | LAW | 3102 | Law of Business Organizations |
Spring 2013 | LAW | 1101H | Hon Fund Bus Law |
Spring 2012 | LAW | 1101H | Hon Fund Bus Law |
Fall 2011 | LAW | 1101H | Hon Fund Bus Law |
Spring 2011 | LAW | 1101H | Hon Fund Bus Law |
Fall 2010 | LAW | 1101H | Hon Fund Bus Law |
Spring 2010 | LAW | 1101H | Hon Fund Bus Law |
Fall 2009 | LAW | 1101H | Hon Fund Bus Law |
Spring 2009 | LAW | 1101H | Hon Fund Bus Law |
Fall 2008 | LAW | 1101 | Fundamentals of Business Law |
Spring 2008 | LAW | 1101H | Hon Fund Bus Law |
Fall 2007 | LAW | 1101H | Hon Fund Bus Law |
Spring 2007 | LAW | 1101H | Hon Fund Bus Law |
Fall 2006 | LAW | 1101H | Hon Fund Bus Law |
Spring 2006 | LAW | 3220 | Law & Entertain Bus |
Fall 2005 | LAW | 1101H | Hon Fund Bus Law |
Spring 2005 | LAW | 3220 | Law & Entertain Bus |
Fall 2004 | LAW | 1101H | Hon Fund Bus Law |
Spring 2004 | LAW | 3220 | Law & Entertain Bus |
Fall 2003 | LAW | 1101H | Hon Fund Bus Law |
Spring 2003 | LAW | 1101H | Hon Fund Bus Law |
Fall 2002 | LAW | 1101H | Hon Fund Bus Law |
Spring 2002 | LAW | 1101H | Hon Fund Bus Law |
Fall 2001 | LAW | 1101 | Fundamentals 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 / Award | Organization Sponsor | Date Received | Description |
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2016 Faculty Service Award | Bernard M. Baruch College Alumni Association | 2016 | |
Faculty Inductee | Golden Key International Honour Society | 2011 | |
Excellence in Teaching Award | Zicklin School of Business | 2006 | |
Zicklin Senior Fellow in Law | 2001 | ||
Presidential Excellence Award for Distinguished Teaching | 2001 | ||
Distinguished Service Award | Baruch College Alumni Association | 2000 | |
Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Society | Faculty Inductee | 1995 | |
Excellence in Teaching Award | School of Business and Public Administration | 1991 | |
Certificate of Appreciation | Special Olympics, Kennedy Foundation | 1990 | |
Invited Visiting Professor | CUNY, Master of Fine Arts Graduate Program in Performing Arts Management | 1981 | |
American Jurisprudence Award | New York Law School | 1968 | |
Dean's List | New York University | 1964 | |
President | Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Society | April 2010 to Present | |
Outstanding Honors Teaching (2011) | Honors Student Council/Honors Program | Inaugural Award recognizing creative, engaging teaching and community-building within the Honors Program (May 2011) |
College
Committee Name | Position Role | Start Date | End Date |
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Zicklin Mission and Vision Statements Task Force | Committee Member | Present | |
Weissman Center for International Business | Advisory Panel | Present | |
Baruch College Faculty Senate Standing Committee on Educational Policy | Committee Chair | Present | |
Weissman Center for International Business | Advisory Panel | Present | |
Chair, Search Committee, Director, Executive Programs | Committee Chair | Present | |
William Newman Department of Real Estate | Search Committee Chair | Present | |
William Newman Department of Real Estate Executive Committee | Ad Hoc Member | Present | |
Baruch College Faculty Senate Committee on Budget and Finance | Committee Member | Present | |
Executive Committee, Baruch College Faculty Senate | Vice-Chair | Present | |
Academic Advisory Committee for Continuing and Professional Studies | Present | ||
Dean's Reception and Orientation for Majors | Present | ||
Student Organizations (several) | Faculty Advisor | Present | |
College Committee on Pluralism & Diversity | Present | ||
Author of Departmental Final Examinations | Present | ||
Preparation of Department materials regarding subjects of Administrative, Consumer and Environmental Law | Present | ||
Law 1101 Content/Delivery Review Committee | Present | ||
Law Seminars Committee | Present | ||
Strategic Planning Committee | Present | ||
Law 1101 Assessment Committee | Present | ||
ALSB | Representative | Present | |
Baruch Faculty Senate Standing Committee on Academic Freedom and Responsibility | Committee Chair | 12/31/2021 | |
Interim Department Chair, William Newman Department of Real Estate | 7/31/2015 | ||
Curriculum Committee | 12/31/2012 | ||
Executive Committee | 12/31/2012 | ||
Recruitment Committee | 12/31/2012 | ||
Personnel & Budget Committee | 12/31/2012 | ||
Department Chair, Department of Law | 7/31/2012 | ||
Commencement Exercises | Faculty Marshall | 12/31/2009 | |
Zicklin Service Excellence Initiative, P-100 Task Force | 12/31/2009 | ||
Steven L. Newman Real Estate Institute | Advisory Panel | 12/31/2006 | |
Zicklin Executive Programs | Lecturer | 12/31/2006 | |
College For A Day Program | Participant | 12/31/2003 | |
Continuing and Professional Studies | Advisory Board, Paralegal Program | 12/31/2003 | |
Search Committee | Chair, Associate Dean/Director of Continuing and Professional Studies | 12/31/2002 | |
Committe on Audio Visual Services | legal consultant | 12/31/2000 | |
Committee on Mission and Programs, School of Public Affairs | 12/31/2000 | ||
Small Business Lab | Liaison | 12/31/2000 | |
Visiting Russian Attorneys and Judges Program | Lecturer | 12/31/1999 | |
CUNY Community Colleges | Liaison, Articulation | 12/31/1998 | |
Personnel & Budget Committee | Secretary | 12/31/1998 | |
Search Committee, Vice President for Administration | Committee Chair | 12/31/1998 | |
Search Committe for Dean of School of Public Affairs | 12/31/1998 | ||
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 Business | 12/31/1996 | ||
Institutional Research and Analysis | Liaison | 12/31/1995 | |
Search Committee | Dean, School of Business | 12/31/1995 | |
Business Ethics Workshop | 12/31/1995 | ||
CUNY Community Colleges Articulation Policies | Liaison | 12/31/1992 | |
Student Prizes and Awards Committee | 12/31/1992 | ||
Executive Committee, Faculty Senate | 12/31/1991 | ||
Chairpersons' Committee, finalists for President of Baruch College | 12/31/1991 | ||
Executive Committee, Graduate Faculty | 12/31/1990 | ||
Executive Committee Graduate Faculty | 12/31/1990 | ||
Contract Law Workshops | 12/31/1990 | ||
Faculty Senate | Senator | 12/31/1990 | |
Baruch College Auxilliary Services, Inc. | Board of Directors | 12/31/1990 | |
Executive Committee | Graduate Faculty | 12/31/1990 | |
Executive Committee, Faculty Senate | 12/31/1989 | ||
Research Committee, Faculty Fellowships | 12/31/1988 | ||
Committee on Library | 12/31/1988 | ||
Search Committee, College Dean of Students | 12/31/1987 | ||
Baruch College Association, Inc. | Board of Directors | 12/31/1987 | |
Developed Certificate Program in Paralegal Studies | Associate Director | 12/31/1986 | |
Committee on Academic Freedom and Responsibility, Faculty Senate | 12/31/1986 | ||
Freshman Orientation Program | Faculty Leader | 12/31/1986 | |
Law Department Faculty Forum | Secretary | 12/31/1985 | |
Revised Department By-Laws | 12/31/1984 | ||
Dean of Students' Community Discussion Groups Program | participant | 12/31/1984 | |
Faculty Seminar Series | participant | 12/31/1984 | |
Committee on Social Affairs | 12/31/1984 | ||
Developed Certificate Program in Paralegal Studies for Baruch College Continuinig and Professional Studies | 12/31/1980 | ||
Freshman Orientation Program | Faculty Leader | 12/31/1979 |
University
Committee Name | Position Role | Start Date | End Date |
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CUNY FIRST | Faculty Liaison | 1/1/2007 | Present |
Executive Committee of the Faculty-Student Disciplinary Committee | Committee Chair | 8/27/2022 | 8/31/2023 |
CUNY-Industry Research Foundation Seminar Series | panelist | 12/31/2002 | |
Graduate Program Lecture/Panel Discussion | participant | 12/31/2002 | |
Search Committee, CUNY Vice Chancellor for Legal Affairs and General Counsel to CUNY | 12/31/2000 | ||
CUNY-Wide Articulation Conferences | 1/1/1990 | 12/31/1995 |
Professional
Organization | Position Role | Organization State | Organization Country | Start Date | End Date | Audience |
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The Coleman Jacoby Testamentary Charitable Remainder Trust | Co-Trustee | New York | United States | 1/1/2011 | Present | |
American Business Law Journal and Journal of Legal Studies (publications of the Academy of Legal Studies in Business) | 1/1/2010 | Present | ||||
Consulting Services, Legal Issues in the Entertainment Business and in Estate Planning and Probate | 1/1/1988 | Present | ||||
Temple University, Fox School of Management | External Reviewer of Department of Legal Studies | Pennsylvania | United States | 1/1/2009 | 12/31/2009 |
Public
Organization | Position Role | Organization State | Organization Country | Start Date | End Date | Audience |
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Academy of Legal Students in Business | Member | Present | ||||
New York State Certified Court Evaluator | Present | |||||
The Copyright Society of the U.S.A. | Member | Present | ||||
Special Olympics, The Kennedy Foundation | Member | Present | ||||
Seminars, Practicing Law Institute, N.Y.S. Bar Association | Guest Speaker | Present | ||||
On-Stage Repetory Theatre, Inc., non-profit N.Y.S. chartered | Board of Directors | Present | ||||
New York State Supreme Court Appointment | Guardian Ad Litem | Present | ||||
New York State Supreme Court Appointment | Receiver | Present | ||||
New York State Bar | Member | Present | ||||
The New York State Supreme Court Appointment | Mediator | Present | ||||
New York Law School Alumni Advisory Council | Member | Present | ||||
Glennwood-Flatlands Civic Association | Member | Present | ||||
Dramatists' Guild Committee, Off-Broadway Productions | Member | Present | ||||
CUNY Academy for the Humanities and Sciences | Member | Present | ||||
Brooklyn Law School Legal Career Seminars | Guest Speaker | Present | ||||
Baruch College Alumni Association | Member | Present | ||||
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants | Guest Speaker | Present | ||||
American Bar Association | Member | Present |