Law and the Legal System An Introduction to Law and Legal Studies in the United States

Name: Law and the Legal System An Introduction to Law and Legal Studies in the United States
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ISBN: 9780735508705

ISBN-10: 0735508704

ISBN-13: 9780735508705

Edition: 3rd 2012

Authors: Thomas R. Van Dervort, David L. Hudson

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Designed to teach the basics needed to prepare students for any role in thelegal system, Law and the Legal System: An Introduction to Law and LegalStudies in the United States engages students through the use of examplesand practical applications of legal principles. Whether they are interested inpursuing legal careers as lawyers or paralegals, or political science careers,or criminal justice interests, students are provided a basic understanding ofthe law and how to find it. Mock trial experiences are encouraged, and eachchapter involves the student in exercises that review understanding of legalterms and concepts. Six cases in an appendix illustrate basic concepts, andhypothetical cases…

Book details

List price: $107.95
Edition: 3rd
Copyright year: 2012
Publisher: Kluwer Law International
Publication date: 2/1/2012
Binding: Paperback
Size: 8.00" wide x 9.75" long x 1.25" tall
Weight: 3.058
Language: English




Gaining Familiarity with Basic Legal Concepts



The Expanding Legal Professions



The Origin and Basic Structure of Our Federal System



Court Jurisdiction and Legal Reasoning



Introduction to Legal Research and Writing



Understanding Substantive Civil Law



Introduction to Family Law



Introduction to Employment Law



Introduction to Equal Protection La



Understanding Civil Law Procedure



Initiating Civil Legal Process



The Trial Process in Civil Cases



Civil Trial, Argument and Adjudication



Evaluation of the Civil Process



Understanding Criminal Legal Procedure



Introduction to Criminal Legal Process



The Pretrial Process in Criminal Cases



The Trial Process in Criminal Cases



The Jury's Verdict, Sentencing and Appeal



Understanding Administrative Due Process



Administrative Due Process