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James Parish is a Lecturer in Intellectual Property and Information Law at The Dickson Poon School of Law, King’s College London. He holds a BA in Film Production (Arts Institute of Bournemouth), LLB (University of Glamorgan), LLM in Intellectual Property & Information Law (King’s College London), and a PhD from the University of Cambridge (supervised by Prof. Lionel Bently). His research focuses on legal theory, historical analysis of IP law, and modern challenges posed by AI and emerging technologies.
Education:
- BA (Hons) Film Production, Arts Institute of Bournemouth
- LLB (Hons), University of Glamorgan
- LLM Intellectual Property & Information Law, King’s College London
- PhD (Cambridge University): ‘Towards an Understanding of the Distinction Between Limitations and Exceptions in International Copyright Law’
Research Interests: Dr. Parish explores overlooked areas of IP law, including the ontology of copyright exceptions, patent law during World Wars, and the philosophical underpinnings of IP systems. He actively engages with modern issues like AI’s impact on copyright, compulsory licensing reforms, and global IP norms. His work bridges historical legal analysis with contemporary challenges, emphasizing ethical and practical implications of technological advancements.
Awards:
- Shortlisted for King’s Education Awards 2024: ‘Sustained Excellence’
- Shortlisted for King’s Education Awards 2023: ‘Excellent Feedback’
Advising & Grants: While no formal advisees are listed, Parish contributes to research groups like King’s Information and Intellectual Property Hub (KiiPH). His grants and collaborations include submissions to UKIPO consultations on AI and IP policy.
Labs & Teams: Active member of KiiPH, one of Europe’s leading IP law research groups. Engages in interdisciplinary work with institutions like the Centre for Intellectual Property and Information Law (CIPIL, Cambridge) and British Literary and Artistic Copyright Association (BLACA).
