Author Description
This dictionary is for all those without a legal qualification who nevertheless need some legal knowledge, particularly in the course of their work. Fully revised and updated for this third edition, it should also be a useful reference book for lawyers, law students, and legal secretaries in the UK or any Commonwealth country where the legal system is founded on English law.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This reference work addresses the need for accessible, accurate legal terminology for individuals lacking formal legal training. Elizabeth A. Martin, an experienced legal editor, compiles and defines complex terminology to bridge the gap between professional legal practice and the general public. The text provides a structured framework for understanding the vocabulary of the English legal system and its applications within Commonwealth jurisdictions.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Comprehensive definitions of legal terms and concepts
- Contextual explanations for non-lawyers and legal professionals
- Coverage of terminology relevant to English law and Commonwealth legal systems
Scope Limits
- Does not provide legal advice or specific case representation
- Excludes non-English legal systems not founded on common law principles
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Legal professionals and students frequently cite this dictionary as a reliable, high-density resource for quick clarification of terminology. It is widely recognized as a standard reference tool for those operating within the English legal framework.
Page Count:
448
Publication Date:
1994-06-02
ISBN-10:
0192117009
ISBN-13:
9780192117007
Non-Fiction
Dictionaries
Law terminology
Law
Legal Studies
Reference