New Visiting Researcher at iCourts - Jan Novotny
Jan Novotný is a PhD candidate at the Department of Political Science and Sociology, Faculty of Law, Charles University in Prague.
In his project, he focuses on the relationship between courts and the media, with particular attention to open judicial communication. His current research is divided into two parts. First, a questionnaire survey among judges of Czech ordinary courts examining their direct communication with the media. Second, in-depth interviews with journalists who regularly report on judicial issues, exploring their working methods and interactions with courts.
At Charles University, he teaches political science, professional ethics for lawyers, and specialised skills courses for master’s students.
Jan is visiting iCourts 1-31 May 2026.