Research team
Expertise
Viola Heutger is an expert in civil law, specialising in consumer law, transport law and contract law. Her research also focuses on the interaction between law and language, examining how legal formulations and language use influence the interpretation and application of law. She has experience in developing multilingual curricula, designing innovative teaching methods and coordinating accreditation processes. Heutger also has extensive experience in advising legislative committees, where she contributes to the development and improvement of laws and regulations within civil law. Her expertise further extends to developing legal policy, clarifying legal texts and promoting legal certainty for interested parties. Her work emphasises the importance of clear and accessible legislation that does justice to the interests of all stakeholders, with a critical eye on the practical applicability of legal norms in everyday life. Viola Heutger is recognised for her ability to analyse complex legal issues and translate them into understandable and workable solutions, both in theory and in practice. As a comparative lawyer, she is well versed in German, Austrian, Dutch and European law.