Dr Jan Ewing
Assistant Professor of Law,
University of Cambridge
Dr Jan Ewing is a leading academic researcher and educator specialising in family law, child wellbeing, and post-separation parenting. She is a Senior Research Fellow at the University of Exeter, where her work focuses on the lived experiences of families navigating separation and the court process.
Jan is renowned for her contributions to evidence-based policy and practice, including her pivotal role in the development of the Family Justice Observatory’s research on child-inclusive practice and parental conflict. Her publications and collaborative projects have shaped how professionals understand and respond to the needs of children caught in high-conflict family dynamics.
With a background that bridges law, psychology, and social policy, Jan is passionate about translating research into practical tools that empower both professionals and parents. Her work champions the voices of children and the importance of systemic change to create safer, healthier pathways for families.
