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Laying Down the Law, 10th Edition

Laying Down the Law, 10th Edition

Name: Laying Down the Law, 10th Edition
Brand: LexisNexis Australia
SKU: 9780409344943
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Author: Catriona Cook; Robin Creyke; Robert Geddes; David Hamer; Tristan Taylor
ISBN: 9780409344943

Edited by Catriona Cook · Robin Creyke · Robert Geddes · David Hamer · Tristan Taylor

LexisNexis Australia October 2017

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ISBN-13: 9780409344943
Publisher: LexisNexis Australia
Publication: October 2017
Format: Paperback
Jurisdiction: Australia ? Countri(es) for reference only

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The tenth edition of Laying Down the Law provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the study of law. Essential foundation topics covered include Australia’s legal system and sources of law while discussion of current issues highlights the context in which our legal system operates and the role and responsibilities of the legal profession.

Clear explanations of precedent and statutory interpretation provide a solid basis for legal study and practice, and practical examples and exercises support learning and the development of key skills. A Legal Toolkit and marginal notes provide additional information to develop understanding of key concepts.

This edition has been extensively revised throughout, with several chapters, particularly those on research and writing techniques, substantially re-written. It is supported by a range of online materials to consolidate knowledge and skills.

Part 1: INTRODUCTION

1. Laying the Foundations

2. An Introduction to Legal History and the Development of the Modern Legal Profession

3. The Australian Legal System

4. Indigenous Australians and the System of Law and Justice

5. The Legal Profession and Professional Legal Practice and Ethics

Part 2: SOURCES OF LAW: CASE LAW

6: Case Law and Precedent

7: Precedent in Australian Courts

8: Judicial Decision-Making

Part 3: SOURCES OF LAW: LEGISLATION

9. Legislation

10. Approaches to Interpretation of Legislation

1. Extrinsic Aids to Interpretation of Legislation

12. Interpretation of Legislation in Context

13. Presumptions Used in the Interpretation of Legislation

14. Statutory Obligations and Discretions

Part 4: LEGAL RESEARCH

15. Legal Research – How to Start

16. Searching Secondary Sources

17. Searching for Case Law

18. Searching for Legislation

Part 5: LEGAL WRITING, STUDY & EXAM SKILLS

19. Legal Writing

20. Citation

About the Author

Catriona Cook is a Senior Lecturer at The Dickson Poon School of Law, King’s College London.

Robin Creyke is a Senior Member of the Administrative Appeals Tribunal and is a Professor at the ANU College of Law.

Robert Geddes is an Adjunct Professor in the School of Law, University of New England.

David Hamer is an Associate Professor at the Sydney Law School, University of Sydney.

Tristan Taylor is a Lecturer in the School of Law, University of New England.

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