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"At the University of Exeter Law School, the combination of academic excellence and skills development opportunities means that our students are recognised for their flexibility and employability within the legal profession and beyond. Our European, international and interdisciplinary perspectives are supported by a cosmopolitan team of academics. Innovative, research-led teaching informs our internationally renowned programmes."
Professor Clair Gammage
Head of Law School
Leadership team
Head of Law School
Professor Clair Gammage
Clair joined in 2022 as Professor in International Commercial Law. She became Head of School in April 2023. As a scholar of international trade law and development, Clair’s research focuses on the diverse ways that trade law and governance intersect with sustainable development, gender, human rights, labour and environment..
Email: C.A.Gammage@exeter.ac.uk | Clair's profile
Professor of Family Law and Policy, Director of Research and Impact
Professor Anne Barlow
Anne has a particular interest in Family Law and Policy. She leads the Network on Family, Regulation and Society and part of the interdisciplinary team who work together as the Wellcome Centre for Cultures and Environments of Health.
Email: A.E.Barlow@exeter.ac.uk
Associate Professor
Dr Annika Jones
Annika joined the Law School in 2022. Annika's research explores the pursuit of efficiency in international criminal courts and tribunals and the impact of efficiency-building on the nature and function of these institutions.
Email: A.Z.Jones@exeter.ac.uk
Professor in Law, Director of Global Engagement (Law)
Associate Professor
Dr Leanne Smith
Leanne is an Associate Professor in Law and a family law researcher with particular interests in parenting disputes, access to family justice and effective family dispute resolution.
Email: L.Smith9@exeter.ac.uk
Associate Professor, Director of Business Engagement and Innovation
Department Manager
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