Legal scholarship has become increasingly interdisciplinary over the past several decades. Scholars today draw on economics, philosophy, political science, international relations, literature and the arts, and other fields. But does the direction of influence go the other way? Does legal scholarship offer something of value to those working in other fields? Can it, for example, supply ideas, methods, insights, or even inspiration? What about interdisciplinary collaborations? Do they tell us anything about how law and non-law disciplines might interact for mutual intellectual gain?
The five panelists cover different fields, and each will discuss the impact of legal scholarship on the non-legal field(s) in which he or she works. Professor Lewis Kornhauser is well known for his innovative work at the intersection of law and economics. Professor Lee Epstein is a political scientist highly regarded for her work on legal institutions, especially courts. Professor Peter Decherney is known for his insightful work on media history that draws, among other things, on intellectual property law. Professor John Mikhail is a distinguished legal philosopher who explores a range of issues in philosophy and cognitive science. Professor David Zaring writes incisively at the intersection of law, business, and international relations.
Business Meeting at Program Conclusion.