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Roman Law for Scots Law Students

Roman Law for Scots Law Students

Author: Craig Anderson
Publisher: Edinburgh University Press
ISBN: 9781474450195
Published In: April 2021
Format: Paperback
Jurisdiction: U.K. ? Disclaimer:
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A textbook guide to how Roman law influenced Scots law, supported with online student resources.

Gives a clear, general account of Roman private law: how it developed and how it was administered
Explains how Roman law influenced later law in Scotland and elsewhere
Guides readers in using Roman materials for modern legal problems
Includes chapter summaries and suggestions for further reading

From property law to delict and unjustified enrichment, this textbook focuses on those areas of Roman law that have been most influential on Scots law. By using this book, students will enter practice with a greater depth of understanding of the roots of modern Scots law, helping them to feel confident in using Roman materials when tackling today's legal problems.

Supported with online resources
Sample essay and problem questions
Guidance on answering exam questions
Short biographies of selected leading Roman jurists
A glossary of commonly used Latin terms
A timeline of major events, from the founding of Rome to the reign of Justinian I

Foreword

Note on online resources

Table of cases

Table of statutes

Part I: The Historical and Constitutional Context of Roman Law

1. Historical Introduction to Roman Governance and Society

2. The Legal Process

3. Development of Roman Law

4. Reception of Roman Law

Part II: The Law of Persons

5. Categories of Person

6. Slavery