Dr. Stephen Bull

Associate Professor

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Biography

Stephen Bull is an Associate Professor of Law (Practice) at the Singapore Management University (SMU) Yong Pung School of Law. He has a distinguished educational background, holding an LL.M. from Harvard Law School, which he obtained in 1986, and a combined B.A. and LL.B. (Honours) from Victoria University of Wellington in 1984. Prior to his academic career, he held several prominent legal positions, including Partner at Linklaters in both Singapore and London, and Associate Solicitor at Linklaters in New York and London. His expertise lies in corporate law, having taught courses on SMU Company Law, Business Organisations, and Corporate Insolvency Law. His research contributions include numerous publications in reputable journals, with topics ranging from corporate law to specific areas like corporate insolvency. He has been a faculty member at SMU since 2007 and previously served as Adjunct Faculty at the institution starting in 2006. His practical legal experience complements his academic role, positioning him as a knowledgeable figure in both theoretical and practical aspects of law.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor Law (Practice)

— Present

Singapore Management University • Singapore

Teaching various law courses and conducting research in corporate law.

Adjunct Faculty

— Present

Singapore Management University • Singapore

Engaging in teaching law courses on an adjunct basis.

Partner

— Present

Linklaters (Singapore office) • Singapore

Led various legal projects and managed a team of solicitors.

Partner

— Present

Linklaters (London office) • London

Handled significant corporate law cases and client portfolios.

Associate Solicitor

— Present

Linklaters (London office) • London

Provided legal counsel and support in corporate cases.

Associate Solicitor

— Present

Linklaters (New York office) • New York

Worked on cross-border legal matters.

Solicitor

— Present

Bell Gully & Co •

Gained foundational legal experience in a prestigious firm.

Courses

SMU Company Law Business Organisations Corporate Insolvency Law

Requirements for Singapore Management University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
GMAT
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Good Bachelor's degree Master's degree is useful but not required
Application Checklist
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  • Curriculum Vitae
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  • Personal Statement
  • Research Statement
  • Two Referee Reports
Specialization Notes

This entry applies generally to the PhD in Business specializations including Finance, Marketing, Operations Management, Strategic Management, and Organisational Behaviour and Human Resources.