English Legal System

“An accessible introduction addressing a variety of points of entry into the English legal system. Its part 5, ‘concepts of law’, makes it outstanding and truly distinguishes it from competitors in the field.”Dr Carla Crifò, University of Leicester “In my view, there is no better introductory textbook on the English Legal System” Caroline Chappell, University of Chester Trusted by students year after year, Elliott and Quinn’s best-selling undergraduate textbook, English Legal System is your definitive guide to this ever-changing area of law. Updated annually to ensure currency, and written in the authors’ trademark clear and engaging style, English Legal System has been developed with you, the student, firmly in mind, providing all you need to gain a broad and thorough understanding of this fast-paced subject: Covers an unrivalled range of topics, exploring: how law is made, the structure of the legal system, people working the law, human rights, dispute resolution, and an introduction to theoretical concepts of law; Uses a range of innovative learning features throughout to help you remember key concepts and cases, reflect on your learning, and test your understanding; Includes an introductory guide to cases, law reports and case references, and also an appendix on answering examination questions well.English Legal System is the ideal companion to anyone studying on LL.B and GDL programmes, or for any student who needs an appreciation of the legal system of England and Wales.Catherine Elliott (LLB, DEA) is a qualified barrister and Senior Lecturer in Law at City University, London. She has extensive experience of teaching and writing about law.Frances Quinn is an award-winning journalist, with particular interest in and experience of the law.