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Amy joined Leeds Law School in 2021 as a full-time lecturer.

Amy joined Leeds Law School in 2021 as a full-time lecturer. Amy graduated from the University of York in 2011 having studied a qualifying law degree. She then went on to complete a PCGE at the University of Huddersfield, before starting her teaching career in colleges and university centres in South Yorkshire. Whilst teaching, Amy completed the Legal Practice Course before embarking on a career in practice, where she worked for a firm that is ranked as a leading specialist in immigration law by both The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners. Whilst in practice, Amy gained a Masters in law before returning to a career in higher education, where she primarily taught criminal law and criminological based modules at undergraduate level.

Research interests

Amy's research interests include domestic violence and abuse (DVA), as well as the intersection of DVA with other issues, including immigration status. In particular, she is interested in the police and wider criminal justice response to violence against women and girls, with a focus on the response to DVA. With high rates of attrition in this area Amy's focus is on the concept of 'justice' and what this means for victim's of DVA.

Publications (1)

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Practise for legal practice: Immersive learning and simulation using high stakes drama
Featured 24 April 2025 How to Apply Game Based Learning in Legal Education Edward Elgar Publishing
AuthorsAuthors: Richards A, Astall K, Ashley L, Editors: Montagu-Cairns S, Newbery-Jones C, Yuraticj D

Professional activities

Amy is a Fellow of AdvanceHE

Current teaching

Amy teaches across a variety of undergraduate and postgraduate modules, including:

  • Contract Law
  • Criminal Law
  • Media and Entertainment Law
  • Client Care Skills
  • Criminal Evidence
  • Dissertation

Teaching Activities (2)

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Course taught

Law of Contract

29 January 2024 - 30 April 2024

Course taught

Law of Contract

25 September 2023

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