Warwick Law School News
Warwick Law School News
The latest updates from our department
WLS publishes latest Research Report
The Law School has published its latest Research Report covering the period of September 2021-September 2023. The report offers a snapshot of some of the many impressive and important achievements of colleagues across the School.
Dr Laura Lammasniemi is shortlisted for prestigious SLSA Article Prize
We are delighted to share that Dr Laura Lammasniemi has been shortlisted for the prestigious Socio-Legal Studies Association (SLSA) Article Prize 2025 for her article Capacity to Consent to Sex: A Historical Perspective, published in the Oxford Journal of Legal Studies (OJLS).
WLS PhD students teach staff about Chinese language and culture
On 4 December, Warwick Law School held its first Chinese language and culture workshop. Led by seven of our current PhD students, the aim of the workshop was to improve intercultural communication, learn a little Chinese and understand how to improve our Chinese students' learning experiences.
Professor Shaheen Ali awarded Honorary Doctorate
Warwick Law School’s Professor Shaheen Ali has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate (Doctor Honoris Causa) from the University of Oslo which she received during a graduation ceremony held at the University on 2 September this year.
Professor Ana Aliverti elected to the Academy of Social Sciences
Congratulations to Warwick Law School’s Professor Ana Aliverti, who has recently been appointed as a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences.
The Academy’s Fellowship welcomes 45 new leading social scientists this autumn. All elected for their excellence in their fields and substantial contributions to social science for public interest.
Professor Celine Tan leads project on just energy transitions
A research team led by Professor Celine Tan from Warwick Law School has secured an award from the British Academy ODA Challenge-Oriented Research Grants programme 2024 to investigate the financing of just energy transitions in developing countries.
Dr Hyo Yoon Kang awarded the British Academy Mid-Career Fellowship
We are thrilled to share that Dr Hyo Yoon Kang, Reader/Associate Professor at Warwick Law School has been awarded the British Academy Mid-Career Fellowship for the next academic year.
Report on rape prosecution is welcomed by the Crown Prosecution Service
A new report led by Professor Vanessa Munro on the handling of rape and serious sexual offence cases has been welcomed by the CPS.
Professor Sharifah Sekalala appointed as a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences
We are thrilled to announce that Professor Sharifah Sekalala has been appointed as a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences (FAcSS).
WLS academics present reforms to UK Parliament to deal with sovereign debt crisis
Dr Stephen Connelly and Professor Celine Tan from Warwick Law School have published proposals for UK legislative reform to support global efforts to resolve sovereign debt crises in developing countries.
‘School Tasking’ Project enhances legal understanding for legally accountable 10-year-olds – research finds
Recent research by Dr Ali Struthers reveals 'School Tasking' widening participation project boosts children's legal comprehension, connecting them to cases influencing consumer rights, human rights, and broader justice and equality themes.
Dr Hyo Yoon Kang elected as Co-Director of the International Society for the History and Theory of Intellectual Property
We are thrilled to share that Dr Hyo Yoon Kang, Reader/Associate Professor at Warwick Law School has been elected this month as the Co-Director of the International Society for the History and Theory of Intellectual Property (ISHTIP) for a five-year term.