Suspended UK Law Professor Ramsi Woodcock is taking legal action against the University of Kentucky's incoming dean, Judge Greg Van Tatenhove, and other university officials. The lawsuit, filed in federal court, alleges that Woodcock's employment contract was violated by the university's decision to move forward with Van Tatenhove's appointment as dean, despite faculty objections. This comes as Woodcock is already on leave and appealing his suspension, which was prompted by comments he made about Palestine. The lawsuit claims that the university's actions are a breach of Woodcock's contract and a disregard for the faculty's concerns. With the new dean set to take office on July 15, the legal battle adds another layer of complexity to the university's leadership transition. The university has expressed support for the hiring, but the professor's legal challenge raises questions about the process and the potential impact on the law school's future direction.
