James Edelman

James Edelman is a Justice Adjunct Professor at the UWA Law School, The University of Western Australia. His research focuses on constitutional law, contract law, tort law, and unjust enrichment, with a particular emphasis on doctrinal and theoretical aspects of legal systems. Edelman has contributed to significant publications, including edited volumes on commercial law and scholarly works on restitutionary principles.

His work has been cited in multiple court cases, such as AHG WA (2015) Pty Ltd v Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd (2023) and Perth Airport Pty Ltd v Qantas Airways Ltd (2022), reflecting his influence in legal practice. Edelman collaborates with scholars like Ewan Bant and James Goudkamp, co-editing texts on commercial law and defences in tort.

His research outputs span articles, book chapters, and edited volumes, addressing topics such as constitutional interpretation, contractual obligations, and the defense of duress in tort law. Edelman’s contributions bridge academic scholarship and practical legal applications, shaping contemporary debates in private law.