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Aldo Schiavello is a Full Professor of Philosophy of Law at the University of Palermo, where he currently serves as Director of the Department of Law. With a distinguished academic career spanning over two decades, Professor Schiavello has established himself as a leading scholar in legal philosophy, particularly in the areas of legal positivism, legal interpretation, and constitutional theory. His extensive administrative experience includes serving as Director Vicario of the Department of Law, Society and Sport, and as Rector's delegate to PhD Programs at the University of Palermo.
Professor Schiavello's educational background includes a Law Degree from the University of Palermo (1992) with highest honors, an LL.M from the European Academy of Legal Theory in Brussels (1993), and a PhD in Analytical Philosophy and General Theory of Law from the University of Milan (1997). His academic journey began with research positions at the University of Palermo, progressing to Associate Professor in 2005 and Full Professor in 2013.
Professor Schiavello's research focuses primarily on legal positivism, legal interpretation and reasoning, neo-constitutionalism, theories of justice, public reason, and legal normativity. His scholarly work critically engages with major legal philosophers including Hart, Dworkin, Raz, and MacCormick, examining the foundations of legal reasoning, the relationship between law and morality, and the theoretical underpinnings of constitutional democracy. His research has evolved to address contemporary challenges to legal systems, particularly in the context of human rights, migration, and pandemic-related constitutional issues.
The analysis of Professor Schiavello's recent publications reveals a consistent focus on the theoretical foundations of law while increasingly engaging with pressing contemporary issues. His work demonstrates a progression from foundational questions of legal positivism toward more applied concerns regarding constitutionalism in crisis, human rights in practice, and the relationship between legal theory and real-world challenges. A significant thread throughout his work is the examination of legal reasoning and interpretation, particularly how legal systems balance certainty with flexibility in addressing novel challenges.
- Premio Unesco 2006/Club Unesco di Trapani (December 2, 2006)
Professor Schiavello has been actively involved in academic mentoring and research supervision. He has served as coordinator of the PhD Program in "Human Rights: Evolution, Protection and Limits" and has supervised numerous doctoral students, including international collaborations such as the joint PhD program with the University of Valencia. His research has been supported by various funding sources including CNR grants, University of Palermo research projects, and international collaborations. He has organized numerous academic conferences and summer schools, particularly focusing on human rights and legal interpretation.
Professor Schiavello plays a significant role in the academic community through his editorial work as co-director of "Diritto & Questioni pubbliche," assistant editor of "Ragion Pratica," and advisory board member of "Ethics & Politics." He has been instrumental in establishing academic collaborations, particularly through the "Global Rule of Law & Constitutional Democracy" Master's program with the University of Genoa and the doctoral methodology program with Albanian University. His leadership in organizing conferences and summer schools has created important platforms for scholarly exchange on human rights, constitutionalism, and legal theory.
