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Ben Hopper is a Lecturer and Director of Studies for Intellectual Property Law at Melbourne Law School, University of Melbourne. He also serves as Deputy Director of the Intellectual Property Research Institute of Australia. His expertise spans intellectual property, traditional knowledge, technology law, civil procedure, and legal ethics. Hopper employs empirical methods to study the 'living law,' focusing on lived experiences and legal subjectivity, with a regional emphasis on China.
Educations:
- J.D., B.A. (Hons), and D-Lang (German) from the University of Melbourne.
- LL.M. from Harvard University.
Research Interests: Ben’s research explores doctrinal developments in intellectual property law, geographical indications in China’s tea industry, and migration in Xinjiang. He combines legal theory with social theory to analyze empirical findings. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with real-world legal practices, emphasizing cross-cultural and transnational perspectives.
Professional Experience: Previously a Senior Associate at Ashurst (formerly Blake Dawson), he appeared in Federal and High Court cases in Australia. He is admitted to practice in Victoria and New York.
Affiliations:
- Affiliated with the Intellectual Property Research Institute of Australia and Melbourne Centre for Commercial Law.
Labs/Teams: Engaged with interdisciplinary research teams focusing on technology law and traditional knowledge protection.
