Personal statement

James Slater is a Senior Lecturer in Law and the LLB Programme Leader at 黑料正能量. He joined Bath Spa in June 2026 after 24 years at the University of Buckingham Law School, where he held senior roles including Reader in Law, Director of the Part-time LLB Programme, and Academic Lead for Marketing, External Relations and Product Development.

James Slater began his legal career as a trainee solicitor with Clifford Chance before moving into higher education. His expertise embraces undergraduate legal education, programme leadership, widening participation, and developing links between universities, schools, and the legal profession. He researches in criminal law and has published various articles in this field. He is passionately committed to creating opportunities for aspiring lawyers whatever their age and background and has led numerous initiatives connecting a diverse range of students with legal practitioners and employers to create opportunity for all in the legal profession. 

At 黑料正能量, James Slater teaches across the law curriculum while leading the LLB programme. He is passionate about delivering an engaging and supportive learning experience, helping students develop the legal knowledge, critical thinking, and professional skills needed for successful careers in law and related fields.

Academic qualifications

  • BA (Hons) Law with French: University of Sussex
  • LLM: Harvard Law School
  • PhD: University of Birmingham.

Professional qualifications

  • FHEA; Solicitor (non-practising)

Areas of expertise

  • Criminal Law theory
  • Legal Education and Curriculum Development
  • Programme Leadership
  • Student Experience and Academic Support
  • Widening Participation and Outreach
  • External Relations and Partnership Development
  • Employability and Professional Skills Development
  • Higher Education Leadership
  • Solicitor Training and Professional Practice