Lisa Bonin

Lisa Bonin is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Law, Bond University. She previously practiced as a litigator for 7 years at McCarthy Tétrault in Canada, specializing in medical malpractice defense, corporate/commercial litigation, and family law. Her research focuses on advocacy, access to justice, and public interest litigation. She is currently completing postgraduate work at Bond University.

Education:

• Postgraduate work in progress at Bond University (Law)

Research Interests:

Dr. Bonin’s work examines barriers to legal access for marginalized groups, particularly through comparative analyses of legal frameworks in Canada and Australia. Her practice background in public interest litigation informs her advocacy for equitable legal systems. Key themes include corporate defense strategies, public interest litigation dynamics, and the role of courts in democratic governance.

Teaching & Engagement:

She actively contributes to legal education through teaching and has presented at academic forums on digital advocacy and legal pedagogy. Recent activities include invited talks on topics like 'Experiential reflections on digital advocacy' (2022) and panels on international legal frameworks (2019).