Des Butler

Des Butler is a Professor in the School of Law at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), specialising in contract law, cyberbullying, privacy law, and legal education. He has authored numerous textbooks, including Contract Law (5th ed.) and Australian Media Law, and contributed to landmark inquiries like the Productivity Commission's mental health study. His research bridges legal theory and practice, with a focus on digital ethics, child protection, and innovative pedagogical tools like virtual worlds and multimedia.

Education & Roles: His academic career spans over two decades at QUT, where he designs curricula and advises on legal policy. He chairs the Virtual Worlds Working Group and collaborates internationally on cyberbullying and privacy law reforms.

Research Interests: Butler's work addresses emerging legal challenges in technology, such as automated vehicles regulation, revenge pornography, and workplace trauma. He emphasizes the intersection of law, education, and technology, advocating for evidence-based legal frameworks to protect vulnerable populations and educators.

Key Contributions: Over 130 publications, including chapters on cyberbullying, privacy, and statutory interpretation. His projects funded by the Australian Learning and Teaching Council include multimedia tools for legal education. He is a sought-after speaker at global conferences like ASCILITE and HERDSA.