Empirical Legal Studies

ELS Atelier

Craft your own empirical research in workshops of the ELS Atelier!

Are you curious about empirically studying a legal question and willing to give it a try, but simply wouldn’t know where to start? Or do you already have some experience with empirical research, but would need further assistance to bring a project to completion? Then we are here to help you out!

The ELS Atelier is a place where, in small groups, you actively work your way through the empirical cycle, irrespective of the stage you are in. The most recent cycle of Ateliers for the academic year 2023-2024 wrapped up in June, where two groups enthusiastically participated in sessions on qualitative and/or quantitative legal research. In these sessions they were guided by an expert and their peers.  

We are currently shaping up possible future cycles of the atelier. Are you interested to learn more about or participate in a future ELS Atelier cycle?  Please feel free to reach out to us at elslab@law.leidenuniv.nl, and stay updated through our LinkedIn.