Richard Martin

Richard Martin is an Assistant Professor of Law at LSE Law School, part of the London School of Economics and Political Science. He is a non-practicing barrister in England and Wales and a member of Lincoln’s Inn. Previously, he served as a Fellow at LSE (2017-2019), a British Academy Postdoctoral Fellow at the Bonavero Institute of Human Rights (University of Oxford, 2019-2020), and a visiting fellow at the University of New South Wales. He also acted as Managing Editor of the Oxford Human Rights Hub Blog.

• Education: University of Bristol (LLB), University of Oxford (MSc, DPhil – New College)
• Career Timeline: LSE Fellow (2017-2019), Bonavero Institute Fellow (2019-2020), Visiting Fellow (UNSW)

His research focuses on the intersection of criminal justice, human rights, and public law, employing socio-legal and doctrinal methodologies. Key interests include policing practices, legal accountability mechanisms, and the application of human rights principles within law enforcement frameworks. He has published influential works such as Policing Human Rights (OUP, 2021), which was shortlisted for multiple prestigious awards, and an article cited by the UK Supreme Court in a landmark ruling.

His articles and monograph reflect a critical engagement with contemporary issues in policing and legal systems, emphasizing accountability and human rights compliance. The 2023 article on police killings demonstrates his impact on judicial discourse, while earlier works highlight methodological contributions to criminological and legal research.

• Awards: Inner Temple Book Prize (2021), Brian William Prize, multiple shortlist recognitions
• Advising/Grants: Advised students (names omitted), held postdoctoral and visiting fellowships

He collaborates with the Bonavero Institute and contributes to platforms like the Oxford Human Rights Hub Blog, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue on legal and human rights challenges.