Dr. Tom Tyler

Biography

Tom R. Tyler is the Macklin Fleming Professor Emeritus of Law at Yale Law School and the founding director of the Justice Collaboratory. He holds a Ph.D. and an M.A. in Social Psychology from the University of California, Los Angeles, and a B.A. from Columbia University. His academic focus lies at the intersection of law and social psychology, particularly in understanding how concepts of justice affect individuals' relationships with groups and institutions. Professor Tyler has been a pivotal figure in exploring how perceptions of justice and injustice shape legitimacy, compliance, and cooperation within communities. His notable publications include 'People Cooperate' (2011), 'Legitimacy and Criminal Justice' (2007), and 'Trust in the Law' (2002). Over his career, he has taught at prestigious institutions, including New York University and the University of California, Berkeley. His work has garnered recognition, including the Harry Kalven Prize for paradigm-shifting scholarship and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the International Society for Justice Research.

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