Jeffrey Thomson

Jeffrey Thomson is a Lecturer in Law at The City Law School, City St George's, University of London. His research and teaching focus on early modern and modern English maritime, insurance, commercial, and contract law. A practicing barrister in England and Wales, he specializes in marine and energy insurance/reinsurance, shipping, international trade, and commercial disputes.

Education:

• Maîtrise en droit privé, Université de Paris 1 (Panthéon-Sorbonne) (1999–2003)
• LLB, King's College London (1999–2003)
• BCom, McGill University (1996–1999)

His research explores legal history, particularly maritime insurance law evolution and usury regulation. Recent publications analyze comparative insurance law historiography and merchant practices pre-Lord Mansfield.

Scientific Awards:

• Associate Fellow, Advance HE (2018)

He contributes to legal scholarship through editorial work and membership in professional bodies like the British Insurance Law Association and Chartered Insurance Institute. His advisory work complements academic roles at institutions including King's College London and Cambridge colleges.