James Peden - Thomas Cooley Law School, Lansing, MI

Professor: James Peden

Department: Law

College: Thomas Cooley Law School, Lansing, MI

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: CRLP305LECT
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Professor Peden is the best. The course work is labor intensive and sometimes difficult but Professor Peden is an excellent prof who answers all questions and is keen to the needs of the students. His real-life experiences in law and his buddy 'george' all help him communicate the lessons effectively. Do the work and you'll succeed.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: CRIM
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I LOVED Peden. Enjoyed his class very much & he made it very entertaining. He has TONS of experience & will tell stories that are entertaining & helpful! He teaches in a manner that makes it easy to recall what he said (& even the way he said it)! Would definitely recommend. I can't wait to have him for Crim Pro next term!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: CRIM1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Jim Peden is a wonderful professor. He truly cares that you learn criminal law and will do everything he can to help you. I definitely want him for criminal procedure.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: CRPROCRPR
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

One of the best professors at Cooley. I had him for Crim and Crim Pro. His classes are interesting and he is very clear on what he expects you to know. His exams are straight forward and he doesn't try to trick you. Highly recommended!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: CRIM1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Really enjoyed his class. Had one of the trickier tests based on his past exams, but there were no surprises. He tells it as it is. You will enjoy stories about George and himself and there crimes together. I will take him for Crim Pro.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: CRIMPRO
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

2nd time I've had him. Very intertaining. Lets you out early if you're done. Dones't meanlessly take up the whole 3 hours just b/c. Tells U exacty what's gonna be on the exam 14th week. Study his past exams & all the MC on the portal & you can't get worse than a C. 2 Essay Qs: (1) Illegal S&H & (2) confession.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: CRIM0
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Not as good as people say. I think they find him ammusing and that reflects on their rating of him. He is not very clear and often says contradictory statements. Would not take if you really want to learn. However, if you want to be amused he is great.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: CRIMLAW
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I enjoyed his real-world experience stories... and George (his fictional character used for every story). Everyone thought his exam was tough & did worse in his class than the others, I was the opposite. He loves conspiracy & murder so, obviously he's going to test on them. Low-use of the socratic method.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: CPROCLAW
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I had him for crim law and crim pro. Both classes were great. His stories about george are excellent examples that help remember the law.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: CRIM
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

This guy is such an awesome teacher. Makes you think in new ways about crim law. Oh, and his TA is HOTT!!!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: CRIMLAW101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

This professor was GREAT! He may be the silent knife, but if you pay attention you won't get cut. Right on point with the law and always willing to answer questions. He was fair and doesn't hide anything. His lectures were fun and interesting. Know your material and you will be just fine.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: CRIMLAW
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Watch out for this guy. Told our class he was going to teach the common law and then his exam was 1/3 MPC. A past student of his came into our class on another promotion and told us this. I should have listened.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: CRIMINALLAW
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

this guy knows his stuff, drills it into you and has great ways to beat up george. a lot of work for his class but well worth it for the amount of knowledge would will have after leaving it.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: CRIMLAW
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

tough grader. great classroom demeanor. contrary to prior comments, he is not pro-criminal...he is strong believer in the appropriate application of criminal law to an appropriate situation. loves conspiracy 1st and burglary 2nd. fact patterns short. chock full of issues. defense attorneys are often entertained w/prosecutorial arguments.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: CRIMINALLAW
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Cool guy. Good teacher.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: CRIMLAW
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

GREAT Prof!! One of the best at Cooley. Knows his stuff, explains it well, cares whether students get it and his Finals are no non-sense. He doesn't fill them with unnecessary facts. Good humor. Deserves the teaching award

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: CRIMLAW
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

800+ Trials. 'Nuff said. Hates the man, but not a bleeding heart. Best prof @ Cooley, wished he taught more than just Crim, Crim Pro and an elective!!!

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: CRIMPRO
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Knowledge and experience of the material; very clear; great sense of humor; honest & sincere. He is a great guy!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: CRIMPRO
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Peden is a great guy. Believe it or not, he actually doesn't like criminals.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: CRIMPROC
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Pedon's sharp, helpful, and pretty damn hilarious. He was a public defender for awhile, so he's super liberal, but thats a good change from the usual law prof.