Ian Bryan

Dr Ian Bryan is a Senior Lecturer in the Law School at Lancaster University, part of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS). He has held roles including Director of LLB Examinations, Director of Admissions, and external examiner for various institutions. Bryan completed his undergraduate/postgraduate studies and PhD research at the University of Warwick before joining Lancaster in 1994. His teaching focuses on Criminal Law, Evidence Law, and Human Rights, while his research explores legal theory, criminal justice administration, and human rights. Notable works include his 1997 book on interrogation practices and co-edited volumes on Kelsen's legal philosophy. He actively participates in interdisciplinary conferences and serves on academic councils, mentoring early-career scholars. His work bridges legal history, normativity, and contemporary issues in criminal justice.

• Education: PhD, Warwick University
• Administrative Roles: Director of Examinations (1997-2005), External Examiner

Research interests span legal theory, evidence law, procedural justice, and the intersection of law with religion and morality. He has published widely on Kelsenian legal science, war crimes prosecution, and civil liberties under international frameworks. His 2019 volume on Kelsen and natural law tradition highlights interdisciplinary contributions. Bryan’s recent articles address legal positivism, human rights, and historical legal frameworks.

• Key Publications: 2020 (Kelsen/Weber), 2019 (Kelsenian Critique), 1997 (Interrogation and Confession)

He has organized conferences on legal theorists like Kelsen and Schmitt, and his work often critiques legal norms and their societal impacts. Bryan is affiliated with Lancaster’s Centre for Law and Society, contributing to interdisciplinary legal scholarship.