Robert Ellickson

Robert Ellickson is a legal scholar known for his work on property law and social norms. He gained prominence with his book "Order Without Law," where he argues that communities often regulate behavior based on informal agreements and social expectations rather than formal legal rules. Ellickson's studies highlight the importance of understanding how local customs and social interactions can effectively manage resources and resolve disputes, sometimes even more efficiently than traditional legal systems. His ideas encourage a closer examination of how law and community practices intersect in everyday life.