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Overview
Alan Paterson is a Visiting Professor at the University of Strathclyde Law School and Director of the Centre for Professional Legal Studies. His roles include Chair of the International Legal Aid Group and Vice-Convenor of the Joint Standing Committee for Legal Education in Scotland. He advises governments globally on legal systems and has served on key bodies like the Scottish Legal Complaints Commission and Judicial Appointments Board for Scotland.
Research Focus
Paterson’s work centers on three pillars:
- Judiciary: Studies judicial independence, appointment processes, and court governance (e.g., UK Supreme Court dynamics).
- Access to Justice: Empirical research on legal aid systems, quality assurance frameworks, and cross-jurisdictional policy adoption.
- Legal Profession: Explores professional ethics, regulatory standards, and lawyer accountability through initiatives like peer review.
Grants & Awards
Recipient of Nuffield Foundation and Leverhulme Trust grants. Honored with the Socio-Legal Studies Association Prize (2015) and Inner Temple Book Prize (2015). Holder of prestigious fellowships including FRSE, FRCP Edin, and FAcSS.
Leadership & Impact
Chairs the Legal Services Group of Citizens Advice Scotland and advises the Scottish Legal Aid Board. His peer review model for legal aid lawyers is implemented in 10+ jurisdictions, including New Zealand and Ukraine. Active in shaping legal education through committees and curricula development.
