In this interview, members of the Chair discuss recent transformations in the social uses of law and the methodological challenges involved in studying them. Topics include the rise of collective legal action, the growing use of legal strategies within social movements, and the challenges of comparative analysis across national contexts. This conversation aims to make contemporary debates more accessible while presenting the current research directions developed within the Chair.
Student Member
Master’s StudentFaculty of LawMcGill University
Camille Fortin conducts research on legal mobilization within contemporary environmental policy. Her work explores how climate-related issues are translated into legal claims and integrated into institutional arenas. She is also interested in collaborative research methods and open data practices in academic environments. Within the Chair, she contributes to scientific monitoring, event organization, and knowledge dissemination initiatives.