Grégoire Webber

Grégoire Webber is a Professor of Law and Philosophy at Queen's University, with cross-appointments to the Department of Philosophy (2018–present). He holds visiting roles as Visiting Senior Fellow at the London School of Economics and Political Science (2015–present) and Professeur invité at Université Paris-Panthéon-Assas (Paris II), including a previous Villey Fellowship at the Institut Michel Villey (2023–present) and visiting researcher at the University of Oxford (2023–present). He is a member of the Royal Society of Canada's College of New Scholars, Scientists, and Artists (2019–present) and co-founder of the Queen's Colloquium in Legal and Political Philosophy (2014–2024 Canada Research Chair).

• Education:
  • BCL, LLB (McGill University)
  • DPhil (University of Oxford, Trudeau Scholar)

Research Focus: Professor Webber explores foundational questions in human rights, public law, and philosophy of law, including the concept of rights, political constitution dynamics, and legislative-judicial interactions. His work emphasizes constitutional dialogue, proportionality, and democratic governance.

Recent Professional Achievements: His 2024–2025 chapters in edited collections, such as The Cambridge Handbook of Constitutional Theory, and 2024–2025 visiting appointments at Paris II and Oxford reflect ongoing international engagement. His 2024 Les Green Prize for Excellence in Research underscores contributions to legal and political philosophy.

• Scientific Awards:
  • Meritorious Service Medal, Governor General of Canada (2015)
  • Les Green Prize for Excellence in Research (2024)

Advising and Grants: As a Canada Research Chair (2014–2024) and legal agent for Canada's Department of Justice (2017–present), he has influenced policy and public law. He co-founded the Supreme Court Advocacy Institute, enhancing legal practice and access to justice.

Labs and Teams: He leads the Queen's Colloquium in Legal and Political Philosophy and collaborates with institutions like the Institut Michel Villey and IRPP Policy Options, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue.