Introduction to the English Legal System 2015-2016

Are you new to studying law? You've decided to study one of the most fascinating and intellectually stimulating subjects - law. Whether you're working towards a law degree or studying law as part of another subject, Introduction to the English Legal System is your ideal starting point. Right from the word go, Martin Partington enlivens and clarifies the legal system, and explains the central role it plays in society. Do you want to think critically about the world in which you live? What is the purpose of law? Whose interests does the law favour? Consolidating over 40 years' experience in the law, Martin Partington will challenge your assumptions about the English legal system, and encourage you to question how far it meets the demands placed upon it. Are you aware of contemporary debates on the legal system? Annually updated, Introduction to the English Legal System discusses all the latest debates and issues that will affect you during your studies and looking ahead to your career. Interview podcasts, discussion questions and more can be found on the accompanying author blog and Online Resource Centre.

Table of Contents:
INTRODUCTION ; LAW, SOCIETY, AND AUTHORITY ; THE INSTITUTIONAL FRAMEWORK ; THE DELIVERY AND FUNDING OF LEGAL SERVICES ; CONCLUSION

About the Author :
Martin Partington is Emeritus Professor of Law, Bristol University. For five years he was Law Commissioner and was retained by the Law Commission as a special consultant in order to complete its major programme of work on the reform of housing law until 2008. He was a special consultant to the Leggatt Review of Tribunals in 2001. He has been a member of numerous committees and bodies working within the English Legal System. In 2011-2012 he was a consultant to the Public Administration Select Committee of the House of Commons. He was appointed CBE in 2002, elected a Bencher of Middle Temple in 2006, and made an honorary Queens Counsel in 2008.

Review :
Review from previous edition Martin Partington has succeeded admirably in providing a text which both explains things clearly, and encourages the reader to think about the enormous changes currently affecting the legal system. He has been able to draw on his experience not only as a teacher of law, but also as a law reformer and contributor to the work of many important committees. Lord Philips of Worth Matravers Clear, succinct and helpful text for students starting out on a law degree. Angus Johnston, Professor of Law, University of Oxford Great at showing real world applications of the English Legal System in action. Dr. Hayley Roberts, School of Law, Bangor University A very good read - this is academic writing at its best. There is a clear narrative and the reader is encouraged to form their own opinions. Roger Thomas, Lecturer in Law, Anglia Ruskin University A comprehensive introduction to the basic role and workings of the English Legal System. Introduction to the English Legal System provides a detailed explanation of the key legal institutions in a logical and easy-to-follow structure. Laurence Thomas, Law student, Durham University Partington is a fantastic resource for introductory English Legal System units and continues to be an excellent reference throughout the degree. Emily Barrett, Law student, Bristol University I really appreciated this book when I first started my law degree. Partington provides a broad and interesting overview of the English Legal System in an accessible way, helping me to understand how the law fits into society today. Kelly Newman, Law student, University of Exeter Great foundation text which makes complex ideas accessible, and has helped me to appreciate that law is relevant beyond the classroom. I would recommend this text to all new law students. Holly Sumbler, Law student, University of Exeter A really good introduction to this subject; ideal as pre-course reading. Rebecca Smith, Lecturer in Law, University of Wales, Newport