Comparative law is a tool for solving legal problems. In this course, we will look at the roots of modern comparative law in 19th century continental Europe and consider the impact that has had on this discipline. This course will introduce you to key comparative law concepts and topics of study and some of the methods of comparative law. In looking at comparative law as a discipline, this course will also introduce you to a variety of legal cultures and systems within those cultures, including: Indigenous legal cultures, civil law cultures and Marxist legal cultures [3 credits]
Comparative law is a tool for solving legal problems. In this course, we will look at the roots of modern comparative law in 19th century continental Europe and consider the impact that has had on this discipline. This course will introduce you to key comparative law concepts and topics of study and some of the methods of comparative law. In looking at comparative law as a discipline, this course will also introduce you to a variety of legal cultures and systems within those cultures, including: Indigenous legal cultures, civil law cultures and Marxist legal cultures [3 credits]
