جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Tobias Lutziمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Private International Law
• Comparative Law
• Digital Law
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Tobias Lutzi is a Junior Professor for Private Law (Tenure Track) at the University of Augsburg and an external habilitation candidate at the Institute for Private International and Comparative Law at the University of Cologne . He serves as co-editor of MMR , a journal for digitalization law , and is the General Editor of conflictoflaws.net . His affiliations include the Scientific Council of the European Association of Private International Law (EAPIL) , the Young Academy of the Bavarian Academy of Sciences , and advisory roles for journals like Juristischen Schulung (JuS) and Zeitschrift für das Recht der digitalen Wirtschaft (ZDiW) . Research Focus : Private International Law, particularly international civil procedure and CISG German and comparative private law in the context of digital technology Challenges in cross-border climate litigation , AI ethics, and platform economy regulation Article Trends : His recent work spans digital jurisdiction , crypto-asset liability , and EU digital regulation (DSA/DMA) , with a focus on conflict of laws , recognition of judgments , and comparative analysis of punitive damages across jurisdictions. Scientific Contributions : Awarded the ICC Institute of World Business Law Prize (2019) and Lehrpreis der Fachschaft Jura (2020) Recipient of the Daimler and Benz Foundation scholarship (2023) and Rhodes Scholarship (2014) Authored monograph Private International Law Online (OUP 2020) and co-edited volumes on punitive damages , non-EU jurisdiction , and digital market regulations Team and Projects : Leads the Digital Law Research Center and Research Center for Japanese Law at Augsburg. Coordinates research projects on punitive damages , non-EU judgment enforcement , and digital market regulations , funded by the Daimler and Benz Foundation.

Sadie Whittamمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Civil Litigation
• Dispute Resolution
• Clinical Legal Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sadie Whittam is a Senior Lecturer (Teaching and Engagement) and Director of Clinical Legal Education at Lancaster University's School of Law. As a practising Solicitor with Higher Rights of Audience, she functions as a Solicitor Advocate and CEDR-accredited mediator. Her professional background includes working at Magic Circle law firms in London, with experience including secondments to Amsterdam and a Premier League football club's legal team, as well as practice at a global law firm in Manchester. Sadie specializes in Civil Litigation, Dispute Resolution and Clinical Legal Education, with current research focusing on artificial intelligence and civil liability. She has designed and implemented innovative modules including Civil Litigation and Dispute Resolution, Mediation and Legal Tech and Innovation. Her scholarly work appears in leading journals such as The Company Lawyer, the International Journal of Law and Information Technology, and the International Journal of Clinical Legal Education. Her publication record reveals a strong emphasis on clinical legal education pedagogy, authentic learning experiences, and emerging legal challenges in the digital age. Her recent work addresses strategic litigation abuses, law clinic assessment methods, community-based research for social justice, and developing appropriate liability frameworks for artificial intelligence systems. Highly Commended for the Pilkington Teaching Award (2022) FASS Teaching Award winner (2023) Oxford University Press's Law Teacher of the Year (2023) FASS Outstanding Contribution to Engagement Award (2020) Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy 2021/22 Fellow of the Institute for Curriculum Enhancement 2023/24 Bonington Leadership Fellow Environmental Sustainability Award winner (2023) Sadie directs Lancaster University's award-winning Law Clinic, which has provided hundreds of thousands of pounds of free legal advice to the public. She founded the Policy Law Clinic in 2021. She convenes multiple courses including Legal Tech and Innovation, Civil Litigation and Dispute Resolution, and various Law Clinic offerings. Externally, she serves as Chief Examiner for CILEX's Advanced Dispute Resolution module and as Assessment Representative on The Law Society of England and Wales' Learning and Development Steering Group.

Rebecca Moosavianمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Privacy Law
• Free Expression
• Intellectual Property Law
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Rebecca Moosavian is an Associate Professor in Law at the University of Leeds' School of Law, part of the Faculty of Social Sciences. She specializes in media law, intellectual property law, and constitutional law, with a focus on privacy rights, free expression, and legal critiques of governmental actions such as the Iraq War and pandemic measures. Her research integrates critical legal theories to analyze law's role in shaping knowledge and power dynamics. Education includes an LL.B (Hons), Legal Practice Certificate, Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice, and MPhil. Professional memberships include the Society of Legal Scholars and Socio-Legal Scholars Association, where she serves on the executive board of the latter. Research interests center on Article 8 (privacy) and Article 10 (free expression) conflicts, particularly in misuse of private information cases involving photography and image rights. She also examines constitutional issues such as executive power in wartime and pandemic governance, employing proportionality analysis and critiques of legal language's idiosyncrasies. Recent articles focus on privacy vs free speech tensions, pandemic proportionality, and SLAPP litigation. While no awards are listed, her work engages deeply with public interest law, gender politics, and legal reform. She supervises postgraduate researcher Christopher Robinson and leads the LLB (Graduate Programme). Affiliated with the Centre for Business Law and Practice and Centre for Law and Social Justice, her scholarship bridges legal theory and societal impact.

Adam Bodnarمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Constitutional Law
• Human Rights
• Judicial Independence
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Adam Bodnar is an Associate Professor of Law at SWPS University's Faculty of Law in Warsaw, specializing in constitutional law and human rights. From July 2021 to December 2023, he served as Dean of the Faculty of Law. He was appointed Minister of Justice of Poland in December 2023. Previously, he held the role of Commissioner for Human Rights of Poland (2015–2021) and Vice-President of the Helsinki Foundation for Human Rights (2010–2015). His career includes extensive NGO engagement, including leadership roles in the Panoptykon Foundation and ClientEarth Poland. Professor Bodnar's research focuses on constitutional law, human rights, judicial independence, and the rule of law. He has authored numerous publications, including his post-doctoral dissertation on the implementation of European Court of Human Rights rulings in Poland. His awards include the 2018 Rafto Prize and the 2019 Rule of Law Award. He teaches human rights, constitutional standards, and legal case analysis at SWPS University. Education: Ph.D. and habilitation (post-doctoral degree) from the University of Warsaw. Awards: 2018 Rafto Prize, 2019 World Justice Project Rule of Law Award, 2020 Legion of Honor (France). Grants/Projects: Advisor to multiple memorial museums (e.g., Auschwitz-Birkenau), member of EU Fundamental Rights Agency committees, and leader of implementation projects on memorial site management. His work emphasizes defending democratic values and human rights in Poland and globally, with a focus on EU legal frameworks and international accountability mechanisms.

Byron Sheldrickمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Law and Politics
• Social Movements
• Political Economy of the Welfare State
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Byron Sheldrick is a Professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of Guelph. He holds a doctoral degree from York University and focuses on the intersection of law and political economy. His work examines how capitalism influences state structures and policies, with particular attention to social movements, welfare state dynamics, and community economic development. Sheldrick explores how legal frameworks and human rights intersect with political activism, especially in anti-poverty contexts and social democratic strategies in Canada and the UK. His research spans issues such as open government, strategic litigation, and welfare policy reform. Notable works include analyses of Ontario’s Anti-SLAPP legislation and studies on the political economy of European welfare states. Sheldrick’s scholarship also addresses judicial independence, food safety regulation, and the governance challenges of linking legal structures to social change. His articles frequently engage with themes of democratic accountability, public participation, and the role of law in shaping political expression. While no formal awards are listed, his extensive publication record reflects sustained engagement with critical issues in Canadian and comparative politics. Sheldrick’s work bridges academic rigor with practical implications for policy and social justice initiatives.

Jeffrey A. Standenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sports Law
• Gaming Law
• Legal Education
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jeffrey A. Standen is a Professor of Law at Northern Kentucky University's Salmon P. Chase College of Law, where he continues teaching after serving as its Dean from 2013 to 2018. He previously held the Van Winkle Melton Professorship in Law at Willamette University College of Law and has served as a visiting professor at the University of San Diego and University of Virginia. His scholarly work bridges Sports Law , Gaming Law , and Antitrust Regulation , with a focus on the intersection of athletics, economics, and legal frameworks. Education: JD, University of Virginia School of Law BA in Political Philosophy, Georgetown University Standen's research spans legal education reform , athlete labor rights , and defamation in digital media . His recent work examines anti-SLAPP statutes and the Seventh Amendment's role in defamation litigation, alongside peer-reviewed studies on sports economics and gaming regulation. He has provided legislative testimony on NCAA antitrust cases and sports integrity issues. Key publication trends include antitrust paradoxes in college sports , NFL concussion liability , and evolving legal education models . His articles frequently appear in peer-reviewed journals like the Journal of Sports Economics and University of Louisville Law Review , with symposium contributions on fantasy sports exemptions and collegiate super-leagues.

Patrick Fileمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Media Law
• Press Freedom
• Journalism Ethics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Patrick File serves as Associate Professor of Media Law and Graduate Director at the Reynolds School of Journalism, University of Nevada, Reno. His academic foundation includes a Ph.D. and Master's from the University of Minnesota School of Journalism and Mass Communication. Prior to academia, he worked in journalism, including award-winning reporting in Iowa and New York, an internship at the Student Press Law Center, and ESL instruction in South Korea. His research examines the evolving relationship between journalism, law, and technology, with emphasis on: Historical legal discourse in media (libel, privacy, telegraph-era press freedom) First Amendment applications in modern protests and digital contexts Government transparency mechanisms like public records laws and anti-SLAPP provisions Ethical boundaries in photojournalism and anonymous sourcing His publications reveal a consistent focus on legal-journalistic tensions across three eras: 19th-century libel law evolution, 20th-century privacy debates, and contemporary digital challenges. Work frequently employs historical analysis to critique modern press freedoms and regulatory frameworks. Service contributions include founding presidency of the Nevada Open Government Coalition, editorial roles for the Journal of Civic Information , organizing the Reynolds School First Amendment Forum, and advising the Kappa Tau Alpha honor society. He teaches courses like The First Amendment and Society and Public Records Laws for Accountability Reporting .

Paulina Milewskaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Constitutional Law
• EU Law
• Democracy Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Paulina Milewska is a Researcher in the Department of Law at the European University Institute (EUI) in Florence, Italy. A Polish national who joined EUI in 2021, she works within the institution's doctoral program framework under former EUI Professor Gabor Halmai's supervision. Her scholarly focus spans several critical areas of contemporary legal scholarship: Comparative and European Constitutional Law EU Democracy Frameworks and Supranational Governance Freedom of Expression Protections in Digital Contexts Legal Challenges Facing Modern Journalism SLAPP Litigation as Democratic Threat Central European Legal Developments Milewska's research demonstrates sophisticated analysis of how legal mechanisms can either protect or undermine democratic discourse, particularly regarding media freedom. Her recent publications reveal a coherent trajectory examining EU-level protections for journalists and citizens against legal harassment tactics. The 2024 article analyzing Real Madrid vs Le Monde case shows her ability to connect landmark litigation to broader freedom of expression frameworks, while her 2023 work on Daphne's law demonstrates practical engagement with legislative responses to SLAPPs. Her doctoral thesis 'SLAPPed into silence. Countering SLAPPs in Poland and Hungary' represents significant comparative work on how two Central European nations handle these strategic lawsuits designed to silence critical reporting and public participation. This research has direct policy implications for EU institutions developing media freedom protections.

Birgit van Houtertمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Private International Law
• Copyright Law
• Jurisdiction in Cross-border Cases
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Birgit van Houtert is an Assistant Professor of Private International Law at the Faculty of Law, Maastricht University. She holds a cum laude Master of Laws in Dutch Law with a focus on Private Law from Maastricht University (1998-2005). Her research centers on jurisdictional challenges in cross-border cases, particularly copyright infringement under EU law, and the implementation of the Anti-SLAPP Directive to protect free speech targets. She completed her PhD on this topic in 2020. Key research areas include European Union private international law, intellectual property rights, and legal mechanisms to counter strategic lawsuits against public participation (SLAPPs). Her work bridges theoretical analysis with practical implications for cross-border litigation. Publications reflect a focus on EU legal harmonization challenges, digital platform regulation, and the application of international conventions like the 2019 Hague Judgments Convention. She contributes to academic journals such as Nederlands Internationaal Privaatrecht and blogs like Conflict of Laws.net . Affiliated with the Maastricht EuropeanPrivate Law Institute (M-EPLI), she also collaborates with the Asser Institute on IPR-related projects. No formal advisees or grants are explicitly listed, though her research output suggests active involvement in legal policy and academic discourse.

Robert T. Sherwinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Intellectual Property Law
• Civil Procedure
• Anti-SLAPP Legislation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Robert T. Sherwin serves as the Champions in Advocacy Endowed Professor of Law and Director of Advocacy Programs at Texas Tech University School of Law, his alma mater. He teaches Commercial Litigation, Entertainment Law, and both Trial/Appellate Advocacy courses. His scholarship focuses on intellectual property and civil procedure intersections, particularly anti-SLAPP legislation.

Chris Tollefsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Law
• Climate Change Law
• Public Interest Litigation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Chris Tollefson is a Professor of Law at the University of Victoria's Faculty of Law, renowned for pioneering Canadian public interest environmental law. He founded the UVic Environmental Law Centre and served as director of Ecojustice Canada, leading major environmental litigation efforts. His career includes the Hakai Chair in Environmental Law (2011–2016) and co-founding the Pacific Centre for Environmental Law and Litigation (CELL) to train future environmental litigators. Educations: BA, Queen’s University (1982) LLB, University of Victoria (1985) LLM, Osgoode Hall Law School (1993) Research Focus: Environmental law, climate litigation, public interest litigation, and governance frameworks addressing environmental crises. Notable work includes challenging major infrastructure projects (e.g., Northern Gateway, Trans Mountain pipelines) and advocating for climate accountability through lawsuits like La Rose v. Canada . Awards: 2014 Nature Canada Conservation Partner Award for Northern Gateway litigation leadership, teaching/research awards from UVic. Grants & Advising: Oversaw CELL’s experiential learning programs, leading student teams in high-profile cases. Advised on landmark environmental assessments and regulatory reviews, including the Teck Frontier oilsands project and Pacific NorthWest LNG terminal. Labs/Teams: Co-director of Tollefson Law (public interest-focused firm), principal of CELL, and collaborator with organizations such as Nature Canada and Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society.

Anne-Marie Hakstianمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Race and Gender Discrimination in Employment
• Racial Profiling
• Marketplace Discrimination
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Anne-Marie Hakstian serves as Professor in the Department of Management within the School of Management at Salem State University, where she teaches foundational business law courses including Business Law I (BUS 252), Employment Law for Business (MGT 301), and the graduate-level Legal and Ethical Environment of Business (BUS 802N). Her academic credentials include a PhD in Law, Policy and Society from Northeastern University (dissertation: Racial and ethnic profiling in Massachusetts: An examination of police policy and practice ), a JD from The George Washington University Law School (1990), a BA in International Affairs from The George Washington University (1987), and a Certificat d'Etudes Politiques from Institut d'Etudes Politiques, Paris (1986). Her research centers on race and gender discrimination in employment , racial profiling , marketplace discrimination , and sexual assault prevention , examining the intersection of legal frameworks, business practices, and social justice. Her work employs interdisciplinary methodologies combining legal analysis, social psychology, and consumer behavior research to investigate systemic discrimination in retail and employment contexts. Her publication record reveals consistent scholarly engagement with consumer rights and discrimination issues since 2003, with notable expansion into liberation psychology perspectives and global marketplace ethics. The 2016 book Consumer Equality: Race and the American Marketplace represents a comprehensive synthesis of her research trajectory, while her award-winning 2011 article demonstrates significant influence in marketing ethics scholarship. Her scientific recognition includes: Thomas C. Kinnear Best Paper Award (2015) for Beyond Poverty: Social Justice in a Global Marketplace Professor Hakstian actively mentors students through Business Honors Thesis (BUS 603H) and Directed Study (BUS 875) courses, focusing on real-world applications of business law. Her research has been supported through academic collaborations with institutions including Northeastern University and the Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, resulting in extensive conference presentations at venues such as the American Marketing Association and Law and Society Association. She maintains strong community engagement through media interviews on consumer discrimination incidents and presentations to organizations including the NAACP and National Black MBA Association, translating academic research into practical frameworks for addressing marketplace inequities.

Hilary Youngمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Defamation Law
• Tort Law
• Health Law
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Hilary Young is Professor of Law at the University of New Brunswick Faculty of Law. Her internationally recognized research focuses on defamation law, tort reform, and health law, with work cited by the Supreme Court of Canada. She co-authors foundational Canadian legal texts including Canadian Tort Law and Remedies: Cases and Materials . Current research chairs the Uniform Law Conference Working Group on defamation law reform and contributes to anti-SLAPP legislation development. Courses taught include Torts, Remedies, Health Law, Defamation and Privacy Law, and Advanced Torts.

Bevin Ashenmillerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Environmental Economics
• Recycling Policy
• Energy Policy
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Bevin Ashenmiller is an Associate Professor of Economics at Occidental College , where she has been appointed since 2005. She holds a B.A. from Princeton University and a Ph.D. from UC Santa Barbara . Education Princeton University (B.A.) UC Santa Barbara (Ph.D.) As an environmental economist, Ashenmiller conducts research in three primary areas: recycling policy , evaluation of environmental programs , and energy and climate policy . Her work often bridges economic theory with real-world policy challenges, including empirical analyses of legislative impacts on citizen behavior and environmental outcomes. Recent publications examine topics such as anti-SLAPP legislation effects on environmental monitoring, economic impacts of bottle laws, and recycling-related externalities. These studies highlight her focus on quantifying policy efficacy and unintended consequences. Contact Email: bevin@oxy.edu Office: Fowler 224 Office Hours: Wednesdays 1-4pm

Mayo Moranمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Restitution Law
• Reparative Justice
• Tort Law
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Mayo Moran is Professor of Law at the University of Toronto Faculty of Law, where she holds the inaugural Irving and Rosalie Abella Chair in Justice and Equality. She previously served as Dean of the Faculty of Law (2006–2014) and as Provost and Vice-Chancellor of Trinity College (2014–2024). A leading scholar in restitution, reparative justice, tort law, and legal theory, Moran has shaped legal education, policy, and institutional reform in Canada. Education & Academic Career Joined University of Toronto Faculty of Law in 1995 Appointed first female Dean in 2006 Served as Provost and Vice-Chancellor of Trinity College from 2014 to July 2024 Appointed to the Irving and Rosalie Abella Chair in Justice and Equality in July 2024 Research & Teaching Moran’s scholarship spans public and private law, with a focus on restitution, reparative justice, tort theory, and equality. Her course "Ten Cases that Changed the World" was recognized by Maclean’s as one of the university’s most innovative. Her work has influenced judicial education and policy reform on sexual violence, accessibility, and inclusion. Scholarly Publications Her research output includes major monographs such as Rethinking the Reasonable Person (OUP, 2003) and the forthcoming The Problem of the Past and How to Fix It (OUP, 2025), alongside numerous influential articles on institutional liability, historic injustice, and constitutional values. Honours & Awards Law Society Medal Jus Human Rights Prize for Influential Leaders YWCA Women of Distinction Award Leadership & Policy Impact As Dean, Moran led the $53M campaign for the Jackman Law Building and the David Asper Centre for Constitutional Rights, reformed the JD curriculum, and launched the Global Professional Master of Laws. As Provost of Trinity College, she spearheaded a $100M campaign including the Lawson Centre for Sustainability and renegotiated the college’s federated relationship with the University of Toronto. Public Service & Advisory Roles Chair, Residential Schools Oversight Committee (14 years) Chaired panel recommending Ontario’s anti-SLAPP legislation Conducted second review of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act Expert Working Group on Holocaust Restitution, German Government Co-founder, Restitution Dialogues – addressing global restitution from Holocaust to colonial contexts