James K. Record is an attorney, educator, and criminal justice professional whose career combines legal practice with higher education. In January 2027, Record will join Quincy University as an Associate Professor of Criminal Justice, continuing his work teaching and studying criminal law, criminal procedure, criminal justice, and forensic law. Record earned his undergraduate degree from Stonehill College before receiving his Juris Doctor from Thomas M. Cooley Law School. He later pursued advanced legal education at SUNY Buffalo Law School, earning an LL.M. in Criminal Law with Honors. His professional background includes prosecutorial experience, criminal defense practice, and higher education. Record established the Law Offices of James Kane Record in Pennsylvania and became a Certified Criminal Defense Attorney. He later served as an Assistant Professor at California University of Pennsylvania, bringing his practical legal experience into the classroom. Record maintains professional interests in criminal procedure, forensic law, and the intersection between legal principles and the criminal justice system. He is an active member of the Washington, D.C. Bar Association and is affiliated with the American Academy of Forensic Sciences in its Jurisprudence section. Outside of his academic work, Record volunteers through the American Legion community.