Roman Law for Scots Law Students

Description

A textbook guide to how Roman law influenced Scots law, supported with online student resourcesGives a clear, general account of Roman private law: how it developed and how it was administeredExplains how Roman law influenced later law in Scotland and elsewhereGuides readers in using Roman materials for modern legal problemsIncludes chapter summaries and suggestions for further readingFrom property law to delict and unjustified enrichment, this textbook focuses on those areas of Roman law that have been most influential on Scots law. By using this book, students will enter practice with a greater depth of understanding of the roots of modern Scots law, helping them to feel confident in using Roman materials when tackling today's legal problems.Supported with online resources Sample essay and problem questionsGuidance on answering exam questionsShort biographies of selected leading Roman juristsA glossary of commonly used Latin termsA timeline of major events, from the founding of Rome to the reign of Justinian I