Leading academic Thom Brooks has enjoyed a successful career in a variety of visiting professorship roles and as an author and policy advisor. From the University of Oxford to the University of Chicago Law School, Thom has substantially impacted the lives of many aspiring students and has claimed the title of the UK’s only Professor of Law and Government. Currently the Dean of Durham Law School, Thom is also booked as a speaker for corporate events on topics surrounding immigration, public advocacy, British politics and Brexit.
Best known for his impact in academia, Thom is currently the Dean of Durham Law School and an Advisory Editor of the University of Bologna Law Review. He has also enjoyed the time as a former lecturer at Newcastle University and an Academic Bencher of the Honourable Society of Inner Temple. His impact in education has been substantial, also working in several other visiting roles at establishments such as Harvard Law School, Columbia Law School, University of Chicago Law School and many more.
Before forging his illustrious reputation as a university lecturer and official, Thom himself studied at William Paterson University. Graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Music and Political Science, Thom furthered his education graduating with an MA in Political Science from Arizona State University. Thom has also completed an MA in Philosophy at the University College Dublin and a PhD with the thesis Taking the System Seriously: Themes in Hegel’s Philosophy of Right. After his intensive education, Thom began his career in education as a lecturer of Political Thought at Newcastle University. From that point on Thom’s impact on education has been impressive and he has inspired future generations to pursue careers in their chosen subjects.
Other prominent roles of Thom’s include Presidency of the Society of Legal Scholars, the Founding Director of the Labour Academic Network and a member of the Fabian Society’s Executive Committee. He has also acted as the Founding Editor of the Journal of Moral Philosophy, an Academic Advisor to the Faculty of Philosophy at the University of Oxford and a member of the Society of Labour Lawyers. He is also widely regarded as the top academic broadcaster with over 2000 appearances over a variety of programmes for the likes of BBC, ITV, Channel 5, CNN and more. He has also been featured in the likes of The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, Money Week and The Economist. Thom has also become well known for his expertise in the subject of Brexit and has authored the books Becoming British: UK Citizenship Examined, Climate Change Ethics for an Endangered World, The Oxford Handbook of Global Justice and more.
With a distinguished career in education, Thom is now booked as a keynote speaker for corporate events. Having worked at a collection of Ivy League and Russell Group universities, Thom is renowned for his expertise in politics and law, speaking on subjects such as immigration, Brexit and citizenship. Previously, Thom has given evidence to the House of Lords Select Committee and the Home Affairs Select Committee, proving his worth as a confident and knowledgeable speaker. He has also established a reputation for his work as a policy advisor for the Labour Party, solidifying his knowledge as an expert in politics. A seasoned speaker with an established career behind him, Thom Brooks is the perfect speaker for a variety of corporate and educational events.
How to hire Thom Brooks
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When at corporate events, Thom is known to cover the following topics:
- Politics & Brexit
- Coaching & Development
- Current Affairs & Education
- General Election
- US Elections
- Law & Legal
- Management & Leadership
- Migration & Immigration
Thom is often booked as a speaker for corporate events, read his latest feedback below.
“Thanks again for your presentation at the International Trade Committee last week, it was really well received by everyone!” - Ben, Policy Advisor, North East Chamber of Commerce
“As you know, the audience enjoyed your talk. There's nothing more refreshing than having a speaker talk, with knowledge, who has no real need for slides, only for making points” - Dawn, Edinburgh Sceptics about Edinburgh Fringe Event
“So many people have told me it was their favourite talk since the start of the series and I don't disagree!” - Prof Constantine, organiser of ‘Why Philosophy Matters’ Public Lectures at Oxford’s Ashmolean Museum
“Professor Brook’s use of the available space is exemplary. I observed the students across the room and found them to be absorbed in the lecture. Professor Brooks talks directly to individual students who are happy to respond to the class as a whole. A number asked questions during the lecture and others approached Professor Brooks at its conclusion. Professor Brooks is an excellent lecturer – lively, engaged and very popular among the student body. This lecture was compelling, I learned a lot, and time passed very quickly.” - Prof Deirdre, Professor of Law, Durham University
“Thom sets the highest standards in teaching. His enthusiasm for teaching is both obvious and infectious, and is matched by a genuine concern for enhancing, and for adding value”. - Prof Roger, Professor of Law, Durham University
“In 16 years of Higher Education, this was clearly one of the best taught sessions I have witnessed. Dr Brooks is an outstanding lecturer and possesses excellent teaching skills”. - Prof Alex, Professor in Economic Geography, Newcastle University
