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csykes@tru.ca

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Ms Katie Sykes

Associate Professor

Faculty of Law

Summary

My main area of interest is animals and the law. I also research the use of new technologies and innovation in the delivery of legal services. I am leading a research project on the Civil Resolution Tribunal, BC's online court.

Expertise, interests and research

  Law

Languages

English


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