Angela Francis

Angela Francis is an academic and legal professional at City St George's, University of London, where she contributes to legal education and research. She has extensive experience in teaching Criminal Law, Evidence, and Research Skills, and has led curriculum development for LLB and SQE-integrated programmes. Currently on a research career break, she is pursuing a doctorate at the City Law School.

Education:

• MSc Psychology, University of East London (UEL), United Kingdom
• PGCert in Academic Practice, University of the West of England, Bristol, United Kingdom

Her research focuses on the socio-legal and psychological effects of racialised stop and search practices in marginalised London communities, reflecting her interdisciplinary expertise in law and psychology. Her work bridges legal education, criminal justice reform, and social equity.

Angela is a Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society (GMBPsS) and a Fellow of the Higher Education Authority (FHEA), recognising her contributions to academic practice and psychology-informed legal scholarship.

She has previously trained at Hogan Lovells solicitors and specialised in Criminal Defence and Employment Law at the Bar. She has also designed and delivered online CPD legal training for practicing lawyers, demonstrating her commitment to professional legal development.