Dictionary of Law

For nearly twenty five years, this invaluable reference work has provided a window on the process of continual change which characterises English law. Intended for students and practising legal professionals alike, the 7th edition has been updated with four years of legislative and case law developments.

This fully up-to-date edition takes account of recent changes in UK legislation. It is a handy desk reference for lawyers and an ideal source of legal terminology for students and secretaries in any country where the legal system is based on English law. It provides clear, jargon-free information for professionals, students, and people without a legal qualification. It contains over 4,000 entries that define and explain the major terms, concepts, processes, and the organization of the English legal system.

This fully up-to-date edition takes account of recent changes in UK legislation. It is a handy desk reference for lawyers and an ideal source of legal terminology for students and secretaries in any country where the legal system is based on English law.

A dictionary of words and expressions used in the legal field, including Latin, words with different meanings in different areas of law, and words with different definitions in everyday English. Pronunciation is provided for lengthy words.

A dictionary of words and expressions used in the legal field, including Latin, words with different meanings in different areas of law, and words with different definitions in everyday English. Pronunciation is provided for lengthy words.

A dictionary of words and expressions used in the legal field, including Latin, words with different meanings in different areas of law, and words with different definitions in everyday English. Pronunciation is provided for lengthy words.

Orans Dictionary of the Law is the clearest and easiest to use dictionary on the market. The only major law dictionary created for paralegals and law-related professionals, this comprehensive version has nearly 6,000 main headings and 12,000 definitions. It can be used as a reference tool or as an informal method of learning more about the law. Oran's also identifies the "legalese" that gets in the way of clear thinking and writing, has an additional built-in study aid included on "How to Use" sections, and the "Basic 50 Words" list gives a quick entry to the terms every person needs to know to understand the law.