Ian Coyle

Ian Coyle is an Adjunct Professor specializing in law-psychology interfaces at La Trobe University Law School. His research examines forensic evidence reliability, risk assessment methodologies, psychological evaluation in legal contexts, and liability in safety-critical industries.

Publications analyze expert testimony in criminal sentencing, testamentary capacity assessments, emergency preparedness compliance, and deportation decision-making. His work critiques forensic assessment practices and examines gaps between regulatory policies and practical implementation.

Recent scholarship focuses on risk assessment validity in preventive detention cases and psychological evaluation standards for testamentary capacity. Collaborative research includes fitness industry safety practices and child protection risk assessment protocols.