Michael Gøtze

Michael Gøtze is a Professor of Administrative Law at the Faculty of Law, University of Copenhagen, where he has served since 2011. He heads the WELMA Centre for Legal Studies in Welfare and Market, focusing on Nordic welfare models and administrative challenges. His professional background includes service as a judge at the Eastern High Court and civil service at the Ministry of the Interior.

Research Focus: Professor Gøtze's work examines rule of law challenges in digital governance, public accountability, and administrative systems. Key areas include:

• AI/digitalization impacts on legislation and administration
• Transparency mechanisms and freedom of information laws
• Whistleblowing protections for public employees
• Control frameworks (ombudsman systems, scrutiny commissions)
• Regulatory quality during crises (e.g., COVID-19 responses)

External Engagements:

• Member of Danish Law on Freedom of Information revision committee (2024–2025)
• Assisting President of Energy Complaints Board (2013–present)
• Legal evaluator for Danish National Audit Institution (2020–present)
• Investigator in Nordic Waste environmental liability case (2025)