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Legal Systems & Skills

Legal Systems & Skills

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Legal Systems & Skills is the most practical foundation for law students, combining content on the English legal system, academic and professional skills, and commercial awareness and employability. It is accessible and engaging, with a wide range of pedagogical features to help students apply their knowledge and think critically about the law. It also includes comprehensive content on employability, including CV preparation and transferable skills, and expanded coverage on sentencing, the judiciary, new routes into the legal professions, and legal technology. The fifth edition is available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats, and is supported by online resources.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 752 pages
Publication date: 07 July 2023
Publisher: Oxford University Press


The ultimate resource for law students, Legal Systems & Skills combines comprehensive coverage of the English legal system with essential academic and professional skills, and a focus on commercial awareness and employability. This essential contemporary toolkit equips law students with the tools they need to excel in their academic studies and secure successful careers in the legal profession.

Accessible and engaging, Legal Systems & Skills employs a wide range of pedagogical features to facilitate student learning and critical thinking. Annotated documents, real-life examples, flowcharts, and diagrams provide visual representations of complex legal concepts and processes, making the material more accessible and engaging.

Comprehensive in its content, Legal Systems & Skills offers a thorough exploration of employability, including CV preparation, transferable skills, and practical tips for securing employment. It also includes features such as Practice Tips, What the Professionals Say, and Selling Your Skills, offering valuable insights and advice from legal professionals and experts.

In addition to its core coverage, the fifth edition of Legal Systems & Skills has been expanded to include new chapters on sentencing, the judiciary, new routes into the legal professions, and legal technology. This reflects the evolving legal landscape and ensures that students are equipped with the latest knowledge and skills.

Recognizing the importance of digital formats and resources, the book is available in various digital formats, including e-book, providing students with a mobile experience and convenient access to the material. Online resources, including self-test questions, interactive diagrams, guidance on practical exercises, and sample interview questions, further enhance the learning experience and support student success.

Whether you are a first-year law student or pursuing advanced studies, Legal Systems & Skills is the go-to resource for developing the skills and knowledge necessary for success in the legal profession. With its comprehensive coverage, engaging pedagogy, and up-to-date content, this book is the ultimate foundation for law students seeking to excel in their academic and professional careers.

Weight: 1410g
Dimension: 246 x 189 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780192874429
Edition number: 5 Revised edition

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