My current research focuses on the intersection of socio-legal studies and political economy. I am presently engaged in three major projects:

1. The rise of new governance and the transformation of law
   In recent years, new forms of governance have emerged that may supplement or replace more traditional forms of law. The emergence of a new governance paradigm creates a challenge for law and may lead to transformations in the legal order. This project seeks to chart the emergence of these new forms, understand the causal processes behind their emergence, and track their impact on legal thought and practice in the US and Europe.
2. Transnational labor law and the future of labor in a global economy
   Globalization creates a challenge for traditional ideas of labor law as well for international agencies like the ILO that have sought to create an effective international labor code. New thinking is needed to ensure that globalization does not erode worker’s rights. This project reviews recent developments in this area and explores the idea of a “transnational” labor law regime.
3. Transnationalism in socio-legal studies
   Socio-legal studies in most countries have focused on the history, meaning, and impact of national legal orders. The growing importance of international law, and the rise of various transnational regulatory regimes, creates a need for more transnational socio-legal work. This project reviews the current state of the art in this sub-field.