This best-selling dictionary provides clear, jargon-free definitions of legal terminology. Over 4,000 entries define and explain the major terms, concepts, processes, and organization of the English legal system. A handy and invaluable source of legal reference for students, professionals, and those whose work requires some knowledge of the law.

Oxford Paperback Reference: THE WORLD’S MOST TRUSTED REFERENCE BOOKS

• Includes a new Writing and Citation Guide giving guidance on conventions for writing legal essays and reports
• Now includes jurisprudence terms
• Covers important new legislation in areas such as criminal law, constitutional law,
courts and legal administration, and land law …

This best-selling dictionary provides clear, jargon-free definitions of legal terminology. Over 4,000 entries define and explain the major terms, concepts, processes, and organization of the English legal system. A handy and invaluable source of legal reference for students, professionals, and those whose work requires some knowledge of the law.

Oxford Paperback Reference: THE WORLD’S MOST TRUSTED REFERENCE BOOKS

• Includes a new Writing and Citation Guide giving guidance on conventions for writing legal essays and reports
• Now includes jurisprudence terms
• Covers important new legislation in areas such as criminal law, constitutional law,
courts and legal administration, and land law
• International scope: defines key terms from European law, international law, human
rights law and environmental law
• Internet links point readers to key websites for further research

‘Precision for the professional is combined with a layman’s enlightenment’ – Times Educational Supplement