David Kershaw

Professor David Kershaw is the Dean of LSE Law School and holds the rank of Professor of Law at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). He is also a member of the LSE Council and an Associate Tenant at Cornerstone Barristers. Prior to joining LSE in 2006, he was a Lecturer in Law at the University of Warwick (2003–2006). His legal career includes corporate law practice at Herbert Smith (London) and Shearman & Sterling (New York and London). He holds a LLB from the University of Warwick, an LLM, and a SJD from Harvard Law School.

His research focuses on constitutional law, administrative law, and legal history, particularly the evolution of royal prerogative power. A notable publication is his 2020 article analyzing the Glorious Revolution’s impact on prerogative powers, arguing their transformation into statutory delegated authority. His work bridges historical constitutional frameworks and modern judicial review principles.

Professional affiliations include membership in the UK Constitutional Law Association, where he contributes to debates on constitutional governance. No formal awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided texts.