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This authoritative and completely up-to-date dictionary defines and explains the major terms, concepts, processes, and organization of the common law system of Great Britain. Compiled by practising lawyers, it is intended for those without qualification in the law who nonetheless require some legal knowledge. Written in clear, jargon-free language, this new edition has been significantly enlarged and updated to include nearly 200 new entries, as well as substantial revisions of existing entries to reflect current law and practice.
This dictionary provides a comprehensive and accessible reference for the terminology, concepts, and procedural frameworks inherent to the common law system of Great Britain. Compiled by practicing legal professionals, the text serves as a bridge for laypeople and students who require precise definitions without the barrier of overly technical jargon. It functions as a foundational resource for navigating the complexities of British legal practice and institutional organization.
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Experts and legal educators frequently cite this work as a reliable, high-utility reference for non-specialists and undergraduate students. Readers often note the clarity of the prose, which successfully distills dense legal concepts into understandable language.
Page Count:
464
Publication Date:
1990-04-26
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0192852086
ISBN-13:
9780192852083
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