Linda McClain

Linda McClain (born 1958) is the Robert B. Kent Professor of Law at Boston University School of Law. Her work focuses on family law, gender equality, and feminist legal theory. Her work in constitutional theory defends "traditional liberal rights" and emphasizes individual rights and freedoms. She underscores the need for clear and neutral legal language, particularly when addressing topics that may carry moral implications. Her scholarship advocates for gender equity and the legal recognition of diverse family structures.