Tampa St. Petersburg, FL, July 27, 2026 —

Daniel Z. Epstein, an attorney notably recognized for his representation of Donald Trump in several personal lawsuits, has been appointed as the interim dean of Florida International University’s (FIU) College of Law. The appointment has become a focal point of contention, attracting criticism from within the university’s faculty and from former leaders of the institution.

Critics of the appointment have voiced concerns regarding the hiring process, suggesting that considerations of merit may have been overshadowed by political factors. These concerns are further amplified by a recent incident where Epstein was sanctioned by a federal judge. The sanction was reportedly issued due to an improper lawsuit filed by Epstein.

The faculty and former leaders who have spoken out against the appointment argue that the selection process did not sufficiently prioritize academic and professional qualifications. They have expressed apprehension that political influences may have played a significant role in Epstein’s interim deanship. The fact that Epstein has been sanctioned by a federal judge for an improper lawsuit has added another layer of controversy to his appointment, leading to questions about his suitability for the leadership role at the law college.

Further details regarding the specific timelines of the hiring process, the names of the faculty and former leaders who have raised objections, and the precise nature of the federal judge’s sanction were not provided in the available summary. The duration of Epstein’s interim deanship and any subsequent plans for a permanent appointment also remain unspecified.



Story summarized from the original created by By Austin Horn, Miami Herald (TNS) on www.tampabay.com, see more information here.

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