Congratulations to James (Jim) Phillips, Professor at the Faculty of Law cross-appointed to CrimSL and the Department of History, on being elected a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada (RSC)!
RSC announced on September 3rd that its Members elected this year’s new Fellows and named the incoming class of the RSC College. One hundred four new Fellows were elected by their peers for their outstanding scholarly achievements.
This recognition by the RSC is the highest honour in the Arts, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Sciences.
"The Royal Society of Canada is very proud to welcome today an imposing group of inspiring scholars, artists and creators whose peers have recognized their exceptional contributions to the world of science and culture and to the well-being of Canada. The impact of their work will continue to be felt in the development of public policies for years to come, while contributing to the well-being of our society," said Alain-G. Gagnon, FRSC, President of the RSC.
James Phillips, Professor of Law and History, University of Toronto, is a leading figure in the field of Canadian legal history. Phillips has been an intellectual leader in the expansion of legal scholarship beyond traditional doctrinal limits. His work ranges over intellectual history, socio-legal studies, case studies, and comparative legal history. Phillips’ research has made the history of law a dynamic tool for interrogating Canada’s past, present, and national identity.
- Royal Society of Canada citation
Read RSC's citation and detailed appraisal for Professor Phillips on their website.
The induction ceremony will take place on Friday, November 8, 2024, as part of RSC's Celebration of Excellence and Engagement in Vancouver, British Columbia.
- See also the Faculty of Law web post "Jim Phillips named Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada."