Torbjörn Ingvarsson

Torbjörn Ingvarsson is a Professor of Civil Law at the Department of Law, Faculty of Law, Uppsala University, where he has worked since 2004. He was appointed Associate Professor in 2011, received the Excellent Teacher award in 2013, and became a full Professor in 2015. His teaching emphasizes pedagogy and engagement in foundational legal education.

• Education:
  • Doctorate in Law, Stockholm University (2000)
  • Bachelor of Laws, Stockholm University (1991)

Research interests focus on civil law, particularly contract law, property law, insurance law, and legal realism. Methodologically, he prioritizes practical solutions to real-world legal problems. His work explores the boundaries between contractual and moral obligations, alongside specialized areas like security interests and insolvency law.

Publication trends include recurring themes in contract law, property law, and insurance law, often addressing moral and ethical dimensions in legal frameworks. Recent projects, such as Fordringsrättsliga studier, analyze claims law through standalone studies.

Scientific awards include multiple recognitions as Årets lärare (Teacher of the Year) by Juridiska studierådet (2018, 2015, 2010) and the Excellent Teacher award in 2013.

• Leadership Roles:
  • Member of Uppsala University's pedagogical prize committee (2023–)
  • Member of the Faculty Board (2020–)
  • Former Director of Doctoral Education (2008–2011)