Richard Rothstein is the author of "The Color of Law: A Forgotten History of How Our Government Segregated America" and co-author of "Just Action: How to Challenge Segregation Enacted Under the Color of Law." He contributes to a regular column available through his Substack and maintains a comprehensive list of his articles and books on his webpage at the Economic Policy Institute.

He holds the position of Distinguished Fellow at the Economic Policy Institute and is also a Senior Fellow (Emeritus) at the Thurgood Marshall Institute of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund. His extensive body of work includes notable titles such as "Class and Schools: Using Social, Economic and Educational Reform to Close the Black–White Achievement Gap" and "Grading Education: Getting Accountability Right." These publications underscore his expertise in civil rights and social justice, particularly focusing on education and literacy.

In his presentations, Rothstein discusses the history of government-sponsored segregation and advocates for policies that aim to reverse its effects. He also addresses current issues such as community responses to the pandemic, social justice, and sustainability. Rothstein is capable of customizing his presentations to match specific themes, industries, or audience interests, enhancing the relevance and impact of his talks. Based in the District of Columbia, he actively participates in various pre-event activities, including panel discussions and meet-and-greet sessions, offering further engagement with attendees.

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