A Dictionary of Law (Oxford Paperback Reference)

by Jonathan Law (Editor), Elizabeth A. Martin (Editor)

• Used

  Paperback
  2006

  $3.25

  This best-selling dictionary is a comprehensive source of clear, jargon-free legal information. It focuses primarily on English law and provides a one-stop source of information for any of the many countries that base their legal system on English law. Over 4,300 entries define and explain the major terms, concepts, processes, and organization of the legal system. Now greatly improved and expanded for the 6th edition, the dictionary boasts a wealth of new features including recommended weblinks, feature entries on key topics, and greatly expanded coverage of European and International law, as well as key jurisprudence (legal theory) terms. It also includes a brand-new Writing and citation section that specifically addresses problems and established conventions for writing legal essays and reports. Described by leading university lecturers as ' ...the best law dictionary at present ...' and ' ...excellent for non law students as well as law undergraduates ...', this classic dictionary is a handy and invaluable source of legal reference for professionals, students, and anyone else needing succinct clarification of legal terms.

• Used

  Paperback
  1998

  $3.25

  Written in clear, jargon-free language, this dictionary is ideal for those without a legal qualification who nevertheless need some legal knowledge, either at home or at work. Substantially revised and updated for the fourth edition, it is also a useful reference book for lawyers, students, and legal secretaries in the UK or any Commonwealth country where the legal system is founded on English law. All recent changes in the law have been incorporated, ranging from the Criminal Justice Act, developments in European law, divorce and the care and protection of children, to medical and company law.