Dr. Linda Mulcahy

Biography

Linda Mulcahy is a Professor of Socio-Legal Studies and the Director at the Centre for Socio-Legal Studies. With degrees in law, legal theory, sociology, and art history, her work reflects a strong interdisciplinary flavor. Linda has served in several senior management roles including Head of Department and Dean of Arts, and has been the inaugural Director of the LSE PhD Academy. She specializes in dispute resolution, focusing on how lay users experience the legal system. Her empirical studies cover disputes in various contexts, including business, healthcare, and community interactions. Linda's research has been funded by prominent bodies such as the Economic and Social Research Council and the Arts and Humanities Research Council. Currently, she is focused on researching rights explained and the oral history of law centers. Her scholarly contributions cover a diverse range of topics, including socio-legal dynamics, feminist perspectives in law, and digital justice. An active member of the academic community, she has edited journals and served on advisory boards, significantly shaping the socio-legal studies field. Linda is dedicated to mentoring early career researchers and has organized various workshops to support the growth of socio-legal studies, particularly in Latin America, where she has delivered plenary addresses at conferences.

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