Iulia Motoc

Prof. Dr. Iulia Motoc serves as a Lecturer at the Faculty of Political Science and International Relations (FSPUB) at the University of Bucharest and is a Romanian judge at the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR). She was honored with the 2021 award for the best opinion formulated by an ECHR judge. Her expertise spans international law, human rights, migration policy, and judicial processes. Motoc is also a member of the Geneva Institute of International Law, reflecting her engagement with global legal frameworks.

Her research focuses on the intersection of European Union law, constitutional governance, and human rights protections. Notable topics include fair trial standards, judicial dialogue between national and supranational courts, and the rule of law in Europe. She has contributed to debates on migration-related legal challenges, state responsibility, and the integration of international law with regional frameworks.

Motoc’s publications highlight her commitment to advancing human rights through legal scholarship and judicial practice. Her work often bridges theoretical legal philosophy with practical case law analysis, emphasizing the role of courts in safeguarding democratic values and resolving transnational legal conflicts.

• Awards: 2021 ECHR Best Opinion Award.
• Advising: No formal advisees listed.

Her affiliations at FSPUB and ECHR underscore her dual role as an educator and jurist shaping European legal landscapes.