Biography
Jude Mbonu is a dedicated Lecturer in Law, distinguished by a rich blend of academic excellence and hands-on legal experience. His teaching is informed by a dynamic career that bridges both the courtroom and the classroom. Before assuming his current role, Jude held academic positions as an Associate Lecturer at Queen Mary University of London and as a Visiting Lecturer at the University of Kent, where he earned a reputation as a thoughtful and supportive educator.
A qualified Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria since 2014, Jude has practiced law with some of Nigeria’s most respected legal institutions. His professional journey includes time at Banwo & Ighodalo, a top-tier commercial law firm, where he honed his skills in corporate legal practice. He has also appeared before various courts in Nigeria, gaining valuable advocacy experience and a deep understanding of the judicial process.
Jude’s academic credentials are equally impressive. He holds an LLB and an LLM in International Commercial and Business Law from Bangor University, Wales. He recently completed a PhD in Intellectual Property Law at Queen Mary University of London, with a research focus on the evolving challenges of copyright law in digital environments. His academic journey began with a B.Phil and an MA in Philosophy from Urban University in Rome and Nnamdi Azikiwe University in Nigeria, respectively—an interdisciplinary foundation that enriches his legal scholarship and pedagogy. He has completed his Certificate in Learning and Teaching (CILT) from Queen Mary University of London, leading to recognition as an Advance HE Associate Fellow. He is pursuing his Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education for Advanced HE Fellow recognition.
A committed member of the Nigerian Bar Association, Jude is passionate about integrating legal theory with real-world application. His diverse background enables him to deliver a practice-oriented approach to legal education, equipping students with the analytical tools and practical insights needed to thrive in today’s legal landscape.
Profile
Research Interests
His research interests include:
Contract Law, licensing, digital platforms, Fundamental Human Rights, Equity and Trust and EU law.
Teaching
Contract Law
Alternative Dispute Resolution
International Human Rights Law
European Union Law
Equity and Trust
Public International Law
Administrative Responsibilities
Data Protection Task Group and Outreach Committee Member.
Membership of Professional Organisations
Nigerian Bar Association.
Other Activities
- The Welfare of Audiovisual Performers after the Beijing Treaty on Audiovisual Performances: More Rights or More Regulations? Presented at a Conference at Swansea Law School, Institute of International Shipping and Trade Law, themed “Framing IP Rights in Legal, Economic, and Cultural Settings” on 12 and 13 June 2024.
- UK Parliament Call for Evidence – The governance of artificial intelligence, Nov 2022 – Written evidence entitled – AI Governance: measures that allow the use of AI to be more transparent and explainable to the public (GAI0077) along with a team led by Dr Guan H Tang.