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Highlighting ethical challenges in aspects of oppression, empowerment, social care, public financing, environment protection and others in today's world, this book delves into the dynamics of administrative power in democracies and showcases how the...

A comprehensive index to legal periodicals published in the early 20th century, featuring thousands of annotated entries covering topics such as criminal law, property law, and legal education. This book serves as an invaluable resource for legal...

Une revue juridique académique de haut niveau, présentant des articles de pointe sur le droit public et la science politique en France et dans le monde. Un outil indispensable pour les étudiants et les professionnels du droit, ainsi que pour les...

In this memoir, Hannah B. MacKenzie shares her remarkable life story, from growing up in poverty to building a successful career as a lawyer and advocate for social justice. Through her personal experiences and reflections, MacKenzie offers inspiring...

The Green Bag is a groundbreaking legal publication that combines scholarship and humor to engage readers in exploring complex legal issues. With contributions from leading legal scholars and practitioners, as well as entertaining and irreverent pieces,...

The Maine Law Review is a student-run legal journal published by the University of Maine School of Law. Since 1948, it has provided a platform for legal scholarship and commentary from a wide range of perspectives, featuring articles by leading jurists...

This book is a collection of sketches and images that capture the essence of Dutch lawyer Ernest Staas. It is an intimate portrayal of a man dedicated to justice and equality.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is...

The Yale Law Journal is the flagship legal journal of the prestigious Yale Law School. The journal has been publishing scholarly articles, essays, and notes on legal issues since 1891. This book contains a selection of the best articles published in the...

This book is a guide to the legal forms and procedures used in the common-law states of the United States. The book offers practical advice and detailed examples of legal documents and court procedures, and is especially useful for legal professionals...

A publication of the Michigan State Bar Association featuring articles and news relevant to the legal profession in Michigan. This journal covers a wide range of topics, including case law, legislative updates, and practice tips.This work has been...

Ce livre offre un examen approfondi des principes philosophiques qui sous-tendent le droit. Il explore les principaux courants de la pensée juridique, y compris le positivisme, le naturalisme et le réalisme juridique, et est une ressource indispensable...

L'auteur Louis-François-Xavier Martroye examine les fonctions du notariat en termes d'intérêt social et moral. À travers des exemples pratiques, il démontre comment le notariat peut aider à promouvoir la justice dans la société. Si vous êtes un étudiant...

A practical guide to providing legal assistance to those in need, written by Benjamin Fossett Lock and Johannes Rehmke. Originally published in the early 20th century, the book provides a comprehensive overview of the legal system and offers advice on...

This memoir tells the story of the Pollock Medal, a prestigious award established by the University of Edinburgh in honor of James Edward Pollock, a renowned Scottish lawyer and politician. With fascinating insights into the history of legal education...

Get a solid introduction to English law with this engaging lecture by Peter Stafford Carey. Covering the basics of the country's legal system, this text is perfect for students and curious readers who want to know more about the law. Whether you're...

Joseph Arnould's 'Life of Thomas First Lord Denman' offers a detailed and insightful account of the life and career of one of the most important legal figures of the 19th century. Denman served as Lord Chief Justice of England from 1832 to 1850 and...

Dieses Buch ist ein Lehrbuch für Anfänger im Bereich des römischen Rechts. Der Autor bietet eine Einführung in die Pandekten und gibt zahlreiche praktische Übungen, um das Verständnis zu vertiefen.This work has been selected by scholars as being...

This book provides biographical information on the chief justices of England from the 12th to the 19th century. Written by Baron John Campbell Campbell and Joseph Arnould, this book provides detailed accounts of the lives and accomplishments of these...

This book covers lectures given by Michele Lega on the text of canon law regarding ecclesiastical judgments.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work...

This practical guide provides attorneys and other legal professionals with a comprehensive set of tables for calculating and understanding the fees and disbursements associated with common legal actions. It includes rules of practice for the Queen's...

Sir Samuel Romilly was one of England's leading legal reformers, and his memoirs offer a fascinating look into his life and work. He recounts his early years, his legal career, and his efforts to reform the criminal justice system. This book is a...

A comprehensive guide to pleading written by the renowned English lawyer John Impey in the early 19th century. This book provides detailed instruction on the proper forms of declarations in various legal actions as well as valuable precedents for use in...

The Lives of the Right Hon. Francis North, Baron Guilford is a classic biography, first published in 1740. This important work chronicles the life and career of one of England's most influential judges, from his early years in London to his rise to...

Rufus Choate was one of the greatest lawyers and orators in American history. This book collects a series of reminiscences from Choate's colleagues, friends, and admirers, providing an intimate portrait of his life and career. From his early days as a...

This book is a collection of leading cases from various courts, specifically chosen for students studying constitutional law, common law, conveyancing and equity, probate, divorce, bankruptcy, and criminal law. Each case is accompanied by notes to help...

This fascinating memoir provides an in-depth look into the life of Henry-Francis Daguesseau, a key figure in the development of French law. Butler's insightful analysis sheds light on Daguesseau's groundbreaking work and its lasting impact. This book is...

A tribute to a prominent legal figure of the early American republic, this speech commemorates James Kent's contributions to the development of American law and government. Includes extensive quotes from Kent's writings and speeches.This work has been...

This book provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and character of Matthew Hale, a prominent English judge and scholar of the 17th century. Written by two of his contemporaries, Gilbert Burnet and Richard Baxter, this work offers a firsthand account...

This book is a memoir of Theophilus Parsons, the Chief Justice of the Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts. It includes personal anecdotes and reflections from Parsons, shedding light on his life and personality.This work has been selected by scholars...

This memoir provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and career of Sir Edward Fry, a prominent British judge of the late 19th century. Written by his daughter, it offers a personal and intimate portrait of the man behind the legal decisions. It is a...

This fascinating biography offers an inside look into the life of one of England's most prominent jurists. A must-read for anyone interested in the law or legal history.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of...

Research the world over is showing us that lawyers are unhappy in very large numbers. Here in Australia, current research suggests that one in three lawyers will experience depression at some stage during their careers.For anyone practicing in law or...

In a desperate attempt to stay young forever we have achieved eternal childishness, rather than eternal youth. Childhood was once restricted to a life stage that passed all too quickly but Neverland 2.0 now makes childhood available to everyone as a...

One of the least publicly recognized heroes of the civil rights movement in the United States, John Minor Wisdom served as a member of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit from 1957 until his death in 1999 and wrote many of the landmark...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

In his memoir, Alvin Ziontz reflects on his more than thirty years representing Indian tribes, from a time when Indian law was little known through landmark battles that upheld tribal sovereignty. He discusses the growth and maturation of tribal...

This book is the first complete biography of Raphael Lemkin, the father of the United Nations Genocide Convention, based on his papers; and shows how his campaign for an international treaty succeeded. In addition, the book covers Lemkin's inauguration...

In this extraordinary memoir, John F. Kennedy's closest advisor recounts in full for the first time his experience counseling Kennedy through the most dramatic moments in American history. Illuminating, revelatory, and gripping, Counselor is the...

A Treatise Of Legal Time: With Its Computations And Reckonings (1851) is a book written by Humphry William Woolrych that provides a comprehensive overview of legal time and how it is calculated and reckoned. The book covers a wide range of topics related...

""A Supplement to the Reports in Chancery of Francis Vesey, Senior, during the Time of Lord Chancellor Hardwick"" is a book written by Robert Belt and published in 1825. The book is a compilation of legal reports that provide additional information to...

""A Sketch of the Professional and Judicial Character of the Late George Sharswood: Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania"" is a book written by George Washington Biddle in 1883. The book is a tribute to the life and career of George...

""A Philadelphia Lawyer In The London Courts"" is a book written by Thomas Leaming and published in 1911. The book is a memoir of Leaming's experiences as an American lawyer practicing in the London courts. Leaming recounts his trials and tribulations as...

A Notable Libel Case: The Criminal Prosecution Of Theodore Lyman, Jr. By Daniel Webster In The Supreme Judicial Court Of Massachusetts (1904) is a book written by Josiah Henry Benton Jr. The book is a detailed account of a criminal case that took place...

A Narrative of Procedure Before the Court of Session, and Circumstances Connected Therewith in the Trial of John Hay is a historical account written by John Hay himself in 1822. The book describes his experience during his trial before the Court of...

""A Memoir Of Benjamin Robbins Curtis V2: With Some Of His Professional And Miscellaneous Writings"" is a book written by Benjamin Robbins Curtis and published in 1879. The book is a memoir that details the life of Curtis, who was a prominent lawyer and...