LDRC - About Us

About LDRC

Advancing legal research and policy for governance, development, and justice.

Our Mission

Bridging Law &
Development

The Law & Development Research Council (LDRC) is dedicated to advancing legal scholarship and policy research at the intersection of law, governance, and sustainable development. We bring together leading scholars, practitioners, and policymakers to address the most pressing legal challenges facing the Global South.

Our interdisciplinary approach combines rigorous academic analysis with practical policy engagement, ensuring that our research translates into meaningful impact on the ground.

"We believe that rigorous legal research, grounded in field realities, is essential for building just, accountable, and sustainable societies."

— LDRC Founding Charter

What Drives Us

Our Values

Rigour

Methodological excellence and scholarly integrity in every research output.

Impact

Research that translates into meaningful change in policy and practice.

Collaboration

Partnership with scholars, practitioners, and communities worldwide.

Innovation

Pushing boundaries with interdisciplinary approaches to legal research.

Leadership

Our Team

Prof. James R. Anderson

Director

Governance & Public Law

Dr. Sarah Ming-Chen

Deputy Director

Environmental & Climate Law

Prof. Maria D. Santos

Head of Research

Intellectual Property Law

Dr. Michael A. Okonkwo

Senior Fellow

Urban & Land Law

Dr. Priya K. Nair