David Ritchie

Professor David Ritchie serves as Professor of Law & Philosophy and Director of International Initiatives at Mercer University School of Law, with dual affiliation in the university's philosophy department. His expertise spans Brazilian Law & Politics, Comparative Constitutionalism, International Law, and Peace Studies across global contexts including Brazil, China, and Europe.

His educational credentials include:

• Ph.D. in Philosophy
• J.D. (Juris Doctor)
• LL.M. (Master of Laws)

Ritchie's research integrates legal theory with practical applications in constitutional drafting, film studies within law and society, and nonviolent conflict resolution. His work emphasizes Latin American legal systems and international peacebuilding frameworks through comparative analysis.

Honors include:

• Global Ethics Fellow at Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs
• Distinguished Visiting Professorship at Macau University of Science and Technology

As Director of International Initiatives, he coordinates Mercer Law's study abroad programs and Jessup International Moot Court team while organizing conferences in Brazil, China, and on campus. He co-founded the Brazil Institute at Mercer (BRIM) and serves as Senior Scholar, additionally contributing to UN-affiliated peace initiatives including Peace Projects and PLURAL+ as an international jury member.