Lena-Maria Möller

I specialize in comparative and contemporary Middle Eastern law, with a particular focus on how different legal regimes, such as state, religious, and international, interact in pluri-legal contexts. Using comparative law methods and theories, I examine this complex interplay through legislative developments and judicial practices, especially in Muslim family law. What excites me most about this field is its unique position at the intersection of theory and practice. Whether through training sessions, consulting, or expert work, I find it incredibly rewarding to help improve how foreign legal regimes are understood and applied, particularly in cases involving transnational families. The possibility of making a tangible difference in people’s lives, while advancing academic insight, is what I value most in my work. 

As both an AGYA member and alumna, I had the opportunity to participate in several collaborative projects that I would have never imagined initiating on my own, or even with colleagues solely from my discipline. These projects not only broadened my academic horizons but also challenged me to think in new, creative ways. 

As someone working in the humanities and social sciences, impactful research doesn’t always require extensive funding. What it does require is a space that values openness, curiosity, and experimentation. AGYA provides exactly that: an inspiring platform where new ideas are welcomed, unconventional methods are encouraged, and cross-border, cross-disciplinary cooperation is the norm rather than the exception.