LAW 661

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Credit: 3 OR 4 hours.

(LAW 376) More individuals in the world solve their legal problems in the framework of what is called the civil law system than in the Anglo-Saxon case law system. This course introduces students to the civil law system, roughly defined as an ensemble of legal thought formations and practices derived from Roman law. Understanding the particularities of the civil law systems furthers a partnership with lawyers working on other continents in different legal traditions. Comparisons of legal frameworks and positions are included in the course approach. 3 professional hours. 4 graduate hours.

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