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Asad Kiyani is an Associate Professor at the University of Victoria's Faculty of Law. He holds an LL.B from Osgoode Hall, an LL.M with Distinction from Cambridge, and a PhD from the University of British Columbia. Kiyani's research focuses on criminal law with an emphasis on race, police powers, international criminal law, and legal pluralism. He has published in prestigious journals, including the Supreme Court Law Review and the American Journal of Comparative Law. His work has explored the impact of race on legal decisions, particularly in the context of critical race theory and postcolonial theory. Kiyani's notable awards include the 2017 Antonio Cassese Prize for his contribution to International Criminal Law, as well as the Hessel Yntema Prize for Comparative Law in 2019. He has taught at various universities, including the University of Calgary and the University of Western Ontario, and is known for his dedication to graduate supervision, particularly in critical race theory and international legal approaches. Kiyani has also been involved in legal practices providing access to justice, including work in legal aid clinics and partnerships with international legal associations.
University of Victoria • Victoria, BC, Canada
Teaching law and conducting research in various criminal law-related subjects.
Centre for Asia-Pacific Initiatives • University of Victoria
Conducting research on the impact of law in Asia-Pacific contexts.
Department: Department of Computer Science. GRE is highly recommended for international students.