Aristides Hatzis

Aristides Hatzis is a Professor of Philosophy of Law & Theory of Institutions at the University of Athens, specializing in Law & Economics and Legal Theory. He studied law, economics, philosophy, and history, earning his doctorate from the University of Chicago. His research focuses on institutional frameworks, moral externalities, and Greek legal history, particularly the 1821 Revolution. He has held leadership roles in academic organizations, including Director of Research at the Center for Liberal Studies-Athens and Fellow at the Institute for Research in Economics and Fiscal Issues-Paris. His work spans over 100 publications in journals like International Review of Law & Economics and European Journal of Law & Economics, with books such as Liberalism and Institutions. Awards include top non-fiction recognition for his work on liberalism.

• Education: Doctorate in Law from University of Chicago
• Key Roles: Member of Greek National Council for Research & Technology, European Network for Better Regulation, and editorial boards of multiple journals
• Research Interests: Legal theory, economic analysis of law, Greek political history, and institutional reform

His articles critically analyze legal frameworks, moral philosophy, and economic policy, emphasizing institutional efficiency and liberal principles. He has been featured in major international media, including the New York Times and Wall Street Journal.