Juliet Moringiello Obituary, Death; Professor Juliet M. Moringiello passed away late last week
Professor Juliet M. Moringiello, a distinguished scholar and educator in the field of commercial law, passed away late last week, leaving behind a legacy of academic excellence and significant contributions to legal scholarship.
Academic and Professional Background
Professor Moringiello served as a faculty member at Widener University Commonwealth Law School, where her scholarly pursuits encompassed online contracting processes, creditors’ rights concerning digital assets, and the interplay between state and federal laws in bankruptcy. Her research was widely recognized, with her articles cited by numerous state and federal courts. Notably, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York referenced four of her articles in the landmark case Berkson v. Gogo, LLC, a pivotal decision on online contract assent. In September 2022, her work was also cited in a U.S. Department of Treasury publication titled “Crypto-Assets: Implications for Consumers, Investors, and Businesses.”
Leadership and Contributions
Beyond her research, Professor Moringiello held several esteemed leadership positions. In 2020, she was appointed Vice-Chair of the joint American Law Institute (ALI)/Uniform Law Commission (ULC) Drafting Committee on the Uniform Commercial Code and Emerging Technologies. The following year, the Pennsylvania Bar Association honored her with the W. Edward Sell Business Lawyer Award in recognition of her law reform efforts. In 2022, she was selected by the Uniform Law Committee to co-chair a Study Committee on the Use of Tokens or Other Similar Products in Real Property Transactions. Her commitment to legal excellence was further demonstrated through her service on the Board of Regents of the American College of Commercial Finance Lawyers and her role as Chair of the Pennsylvania Bar Association Business Law Section during the 2017-2018 term.
Educational Background
Professor Moringiello’s academic journey included earning her J.D. from St. John’s University School of Law, where she was part of the institution’s 90th-anniversary celebrations during the 2015-2016 academic year.
Personal Reflections
Colleagues and students remember Professor Moringiello not only for her intellectual rigor but also for her dedication to mentorship and her unwavering commitment to advancing the field of commercial law. Her passing is a profound loss to the legal community, but her work will continue to influence and inspire future generations of legal scholars and practitioners.
As we reflect on Professor Moringiello’s remarkable life and career, we honor her contributions and extend our deepest condolences to her family, friends, colleagues, and students who were fortunate to be touched by her brilliance and kindness.
