John Pearson

John Pearson is Senior Lecturer at Manchester Law School, Manchester Metropolitan University. He holds an LLB from Bangor University, two LLM degrees (Lancaster University and Bangor University), and a Ph.D. from Lancaster University (2014). His research examines the intersection of environmental protection and human rights law, particularly regarding hydrocarbon industry impacts on indigenous communities and air pollution regulation.

Pearson teaches Equity and Trusts, Land Law, and Environmental Law. Previous academic positions include roles at University of Wales, Bangor; Lancaster University; and University of Manchester. Professional affiliations include the Society of Legal Scholars and Global Network on Human Rights and the Environment.

His distinguished service includes awards from University of Manchester (2018, 2019) and Head Start Award finalist recognition from Manchester Metropolitan University (2022).