Robert C. Ellickson

Robert C. Ellickson is an American legal scholar known for his work in property law and law and economics. He gained prominence for his analysis of how social norms complement legal rules in managing resources, especially in his influential book "Order Without Law." Ellickson's research challenges traditional views by showing that communities often develop effective, informal systems of governance that work alongside formal legal frameworks. His insights emphasize the importance of social interactions and local customs in shaping legal outcomes, illustrating how law and behavior intersect in real-world scenarios.