Justyna Sarkowicz

Justyna Sarkowicz is a dynamic legal scholar and emerging voice in European and international criminal law, whose work bridges academic rigor, policy innovation, and forensic insight. With her doctoral dissertation completed and awaiting defense, she has already established a strong reputation for her contributions to cross-border evidence gathering, procedural safeguards, and the evolving landscape of digital justice in the European Union.

Her academic journey spans prestigious institutions across Europe and the United States. She studied Law at the Jagiellonian University in Cracow, complemented by advanced studies in comparative contract law through a partnership with The Catholic University of America. She deepened her knowledge of European criminal justice at the Université libre de Bruxelles and studied American law at the University of Warsaw in cooperation with Emory University School of Law. Her legal education also includes training at the European University of Law and Administration in Warsaw and the Academy of European Law in Germany. This diverse foundation enables her to approach legal challenges with a comparative and interdisciplinary lens.

Professionally, Justyna has held research and teaching roles across Europe. As a lecturer at the European PhD Seminar in Vilnius, she guides doctoral candidates through complex topics in criminal procedure and mutual recognition. She was a Fellow of the European Law Institute (ELI), where she contributed to two major projects: one on business and human rights, and another on the admissibility of electronic evidence in EU criminal proceedings. Her work with the ELI has led to influential publications, including legislative proposals and policy reports that engage directly with EU institutions.

Her scholarly output is prolific and impactful. She has authored numerous articles in leading journals such as European Criminal Law Review, Przegląd Sądowy, and Zbornik Pravni Fakultet, tackling issues like the European Production Order, the principle of mutual recognition, and the rights of suspects in digital investigations. Her research is marked by a commitment to balancing technological advancement with procedural fairness and human rights.

Justyna is also a seasoned conference speaker, having presented at over 20 national and international events. Her topics range from forensic evidence and medical law to intellectual property and organized crime. She has addressed audiences in Poland, Austria, and beyond, often focusing on the intersection of law, technology, and justice.

Her practical experience includes a traineeship at the District Prosecutor’s Office in Gorlice and affiliate membership with the American Academy of Forensic Sciences, where she engaged with cutting-edge forensic methodologies. She has completed certified courses from institutions such as the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, the International Labour Organization, and Universiteit Leiden, covering anti-corruption, international criminal law, and forensic science.

Fluent in Polish and advanced in English, Justyna combines analytical precision with creative communication. Her interests span American legal theory, IT law, criminal law, medical law, and human rights, reflecting a holistic approach to legal scholarship. With a rare blend of academic excellence, international engagement, and forensic acumen, Justyna Sarkowicz stands at the forefront of a new generation of legal thinkers shaping the future of European criminal justice.