Mark Johnson

Mark Johnson serves as a Senior Lecturer in Law and Associate Head of the Institute of Law and Justice at the University of Sheffield's College of Social Sciences and Arts. With nearly a decade of practice at a global law firm, he integrates real-world legal expertise into his teaching, emphasizing practical application to prepare students as 'world ready citizens' through an applied curriculum.

His educational background includes:

• LLB (Bachelor of Laws)
• LLM (Master of Laws)
• Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PG Cert HE)
• Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA)

He is also a Solicitor (Non-Practising).

Johnson's research focuses on property law, particularly the Law of Trusts, and the modernization of legal practice through technology, such as digital will-making formalities. He pioneers clinical legal education by embedding employability skills and practical experiences into curricula, bridging academic theory with professional practice to enhance student readiness for legal careers.

His recent publications reveal a clear trend toward technological innovation in trusts and estates law. The 2025 article 'In brief' and 2024 work on will-making modernization demonstrate his commitment to advancing legal procedures through digital transformation, highlighting intersections between traditional estate planning and emerging legal tech solutions.

No scientific awards are documented in the provided materials.

He leads extensive student placement initiatives across law firms (international, national, and local), local authorities, in-house legal departments, and charities. These programs provide hands-on experience and professional networking, forming a cornerstone of the Institute's applied curriculum to build student competencies and industry connections.

As a Committee Member of Sheffield Legal Hackers, Johnson contributes to interdisciplinary efforts exploring law-technology synergies, fostering innovation in legal education and practice through collaborative problem-solving.