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New book release - Vulnerability and Sexual Assault Law: The Inadequacy of the Autonomy-based Approach
In this interview with author Sorcha Mc Cormack, we hear about the theories underpinning her book, as well as the lessons that can be learnt about sexual assault law.
Abolitionist Collective of International Law hosts its first event in Nairobi
Dr Raghavi Viswanath organised the "Whose Transition? Law, Land and Energy Infrastructure in Kenya" workshop in Nairobi, the first event of the Abolitionist Collective of International Law.
The School of Law welcomes new staff members!
Five new starters have joined the School of Law, and we are delighted to introduce Drs Soibi Bob-Manuel, Anush Ganesh, Nora Han, Sorcha Mc Cormack, and Raghavi Viswanath.
Law’s a Drag presents: Hate Crimes Live!
On 23rd July 2026, two Lecturers within the School of Law co-ran a public engagement cabaret in Leeds city centre, explaining recent changes to hate crimes legislation in England and Wales.
International scholars gather at Leeds to examine authoritarianism, populism and the rule of law
On 7 July, the School of Law welcomed a group of UK and international scholars for the workshop “Authoritarianism and the Rule of Law: A UK Perspective” hosted by the Legal Professions Research Group.