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An Introduction to the Legal System of the United States, Fourth Edition

by E. Allan Farnsworth ...

In the updated, fourth edition of this classic text which has been translated into over a dozen languages, constitutional scholar and Columbia Law School professor E. Allan Farnsworth provides a clear explanation of the structure and function of the U.S. legal system in one handy reference. An Introduction to the Legal System of the United States, Fourth Edition is designed to be a general ... Read more

$53.45 USD

In the updated, fourth edition of this classic text which has been translated into over a dozen languages, constitutional scholar and Columbia Law School professor E. Allan Farnsworth provides a clear explanation of the structure and function of the U.S. legal system in one handy reference. An Introduction to the Legal System of the United States, Fourth Edition is designed to be a general
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Point Made

How to Write Like the Nation's Top Advocates

by Ross Guberman ...

With Point Made, legal writing expert, Ross Guberman, throws a life preserver to attorneys, who are under more pressure than ever to produce compelling prose. What is the strongest opening for a motion or brief? How to draft winning headings? How to tell a persuasive story when the record is dry and dense? The answers are "more science than art," says Guberman, who has analyzed stellar arguments ... Read more

$27.53 USD

With Point Made, legal writing expert, Ross Guberman, throws a life preserver to attorneys, who are under more pressure than ever to produce compelling prose. What is the strongest opening for a motion or brief? How to draft winning headings? How to tell a persuasive story when the record is dry and dense? The answers are "more science than art," says Guberman, who has analyzed stellar arguments
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Louis D. Brandeis

A Life

by Melvin I. Urofsky ...

The first full-scale biography in twenty-five years of one of the most important and distinguished justices to sit on the Supreme Court–a book that reveals Louis D. Brandeis the reformer, lawyer, and jurist, and Brandeis the man, in all of his complexity, passion, and wit.A huge and galvanizing biography, a revelation of one man’s effect on American society and jurisprudence, and the electrifying ... Read more

$12.99 USD

The first full-scale biography in twenty-five years of one of the most important and distinguished justices to sit on the Supreme Court–a book that reveals Louis D. Brandeis the reformer, lawyer, and jurist, and Brandeis the man, in all of his complexity, passion, and wit.A huge and galvanizing biography, a revelation of one man’s effect on American society and jurisprudence, and the electrifying
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Client Science

Advice for Lawyers on Counseling Clients through Bad News and Other Legal Realities

by Marjorie Corman Aaron ...

Lawyers know that client counseling can be the most challenging part of legal practice. Clients question and often resist the complexities and uncertainties inherent in law and legal process. Honest advice from the lawyer can make a client doubt his or her allegiance and zeal. Client backlash may be directed at the lawyer who communicates bad news. Thus, the lawyer may feel torn between the ... Read more

$51.83 USD

Lawyers know that client counseling can be the most challenging part of legal practice. Clients question and often resist the complexities and uncertainties inherent in law and legal process. Honest advice from the lawyer can make a client doubt his or her allegiance and zeal. Client backlash may be directed at the lawyer who communicates bad news. Thus, the lawyer may feel torn between the
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Confessions of a Criminal Lawyer

A Memoir

by Seymour Wishman ...

A successful former defense attorney exposes the raw truth about the courtroom "game" and a career spent defending the guiltyAs an advocate for the accused in Newark, New Jersey, criminal lawyer Seymour Wishman defended a vast array of clients, from burglars and thieves to rapists and murderers. Many of them were poor and undereducated, and nearly all of them were guilty. But it was not Wishman's ... Read more

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A successful former defense attorney exposes the raw truth about the courtroom "game" and a career spent defending the guiltyAs an advocate for the accused in Newark, New Jersey, criminal lawyer Seymour Wishman defended a vast array of clients, from burglars and thieves to rapists and murderers. Many of them were poor and undereducated, and nearly all of them were guilty. But it was not Wishman's
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The New Lawyer's Handbook

101 Things They Don't Teach You in Law School

by Karen Thalacker ...

101 Success Strategies They Didn't Teach You in Law School - get expert advice on becoming a better lawyer.While law school taught you the fundamentals, The New Lawyer's Handbook is your indispensable companion, unveiling 101 insider tips and tricks that will elevate your legal career from good to outstanding!The New Lawyer's Handbook provides:Real-world Wisdom: Gain practical insights from ... Read more

$14.30 USD

101 Success Strategies They Didn't Teach You in Law School - get expert advice on becoming a better lawyer.While law school taught you the fundamentals, The New Lawyer's Handbook is your indispensable companion, unveiling 101 insider tips and tricks that will elevate your legal career from good to outstanding!The New Lawyer's Handbook provides:Real-world Wisdom: Gain practical insights from
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The Art of Lawyering

Essential Knowledge for Becoming a Great Attorney

by Paul M Lisnek ...

Every year, tens of thousands of people graduate from law school, pass the bar exam, and undertake the practice of law. But only a select few truly develop the art of lawyering—the insight, the gut, the feel, the voice, the gesture, the talent required to excel as a lawyer and stand out from the rest of the crowd.This book is written especially for the new lawyer who wants to excel in his or her ... Read more

$11.78 USD

Every year, tens of thousands of people graduate from law school, pass the bar exam, and undertake the practice of law. But only a select few truly develop the art of lawyering—the insight, the gut, the feel, the voice, the gesture, the talent required to excel as a lawyer and stand out from the rest of the crowd.This book is written especially for the new lawyer who wants to excel in his or her
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Letters to a Law Student

by Nicholas McBride ...

Learn the skills it takes to succeed as a law graduate with this essential text.Letters to a Law Student, 5th edition, Global Edition by Nicholas J McBride, provides a thorough introductory guide to higher education and learning context for law studies. Voted in the top 6 books that future law students should read, it is an approachable and easy-to-follow guidebook. The text flows as a series of ... Read more

$11.69 USD

Learn the skills it takes to succeed as a law graduate with this essential text.Letters to a Law Student, 5th edition, Global Edition by Nicholas J McBride, provides a thorough introductory guide to higher education and learning context for law studies. Voted in the top 6 books that future law students should read, it is an approachable and easy-to-follow guidebook. The text flows as a series of
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The End of Lawyers?: Rethinking the nature of legal services

Rethinking the nature of legal services

by Richard Susskind OBE ...

This widely acclaimed legal bestseller has provoked a tidal wave of debate within the legal profession, being hailed as an inspiration by some and as heresy by others. Susskind lays down a challenge to all lawyers, and indeed all those in a professional service environment. He urges them to ask themselves, with their hands on their hearts, what elements of their current workload could be ... Read more

$22.22 USD

This widely acclaimed legal bestseller has provoked a tidal wave of debate within the legal profession, being hailed as an inspiration by some and as heresy by others. Susskind lays down a challenge to all lawyers, and indeed all those in a professional service environment. He urges them to ask themselves, with their hands on their hearts, what elements of their current workload could be
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The Happy Lawyer

Making a Good Life in the Law

by Nancy Levit, Douglas O. Linder ...

You get good grades in college, pay a small fortune to put yourself through law school, study hard to pass the bar exam, and finally land a high-paying job in a prestigious firm. You're happy, right? Not really. Oh, it beats laying asphalt, but after all your hard work, you expected more from your job. What gives? The Happy Lawyer examines the causes of dissatisfaction among lawyers, and then ... Read more

$13.67 USD

You get good grades in college, pay a small fortune to put yourself through law school, study hard to pass the bar exam, and finally land a high-paying job in a prestigious firm. You're happy, right? Not really. Oh, it beats laying asphalt, but after all your hard work, you expected more from your job. What gives? The Happy Lawyer examines the causes of dissatisfaction among lawyers, and then
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White Trees Crimson Snow

by Sallie Bissell ...

Series Book 8 - The Mary Crow Adventures
Life is looking up for Mary Crow. She has a new love in Victor Galloway, a new job in Tsalagi County, and a new killer to convict. Teofilo Owle is a vicious, wily criminal who for years has eluded justice through trickery and intimidation. Now even Mother Nature seems to be helping Teo escape the law, as a monster snowstorm bears down upon the Appalachian mountains.As the blizzard roars in, Mary's ... Read more

$2.69 USD

Life is looking up for Mary Crow. She has a new love in Victor Galloway, a new job in Tsalagi County, and a new killer to convict. Teofilo Owle is a vicious, wily criminal who for years has eluded justice through trickery and intimidation. Now even Mother Nature seems to be helping Teo escape the law, as a monster snowstorm bears down upon the Appalachian mountains.As the blizzard roars in, Mary's
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Lawyers' Poker

52 Lessons that Lawyers Can Learn from Card Players

by Steven Lubet ...

Great poker players are master tacticians. Not only do they calculate odds with lightning speed and astonishing precision, but they also cunningly anticipate and manipulate the actions of their adversaries. In short, they boast skills that every lawyer can envy. This highly entertaining work might best be summed up as "better lawyering through poker." Steven Lubet shows exactly how the tactics of ... Read more

$21.41 USD

Great poker players are master tacticians. Not only do they calculate odds with lightning speed and astonishing precision, but they also cunningly anticipate and manipulate the actions of their adversaries. In short, they boast skills that every lawyer can envy. This highly entertaining work might best be summed up as "better lawyering through poker." Steven Lubet shows exactly how the tactics of
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The Trouble with Lawyers

by Deborah L. Rhode ...

By any measure, the law as a profession is in serious trouble. Americans' trust in lawyers is at a low, and many members of the profession wish they had chosen a different path. Law schools, with their endlessly rising tuitions, are churning out too many graduates for the jobs available. Yet despite the glut of lawyers, the United States ranks 67th (tied with Uganda) of 97 countries in access to ... Read more

$19.70 USD

By any measure, the law as a profession is in serious trouble. Americans' trust in lawyers is at a low, and many members of the profession wish they had chosen a different path. Law schools, with their endlessly rising tuitions, are churning out too many graduates for the jobs available. Yet despite the glut of lawyers, the United States ranks 67th (tied with Uganda) of 97 countries in access to
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Taxmann's Law & Practice Relating to Corporate BNEW eBOOK: TAXMANN'S LAW & PRACTICE RELATING TO CORPORATE BONDS & DEBENTURES DESCRIBE THE eBOOK eBook titleonds & Debentures

Comprehensive Commentary on Law Relating to Corporate Bonds and Debentures | Updated till 01-01-2021

by Vinita Nair Dedhia, Abhirup Ghosh ...

Series series 2021 Edition
This book provides comprehensive commentary on law relating to Corporate Bonds and Debentures. This book will find practical value and utility for the following communities and professionals:• Corporate Practitioners• Researchers/Academicians• StudentsThe Present Publication is the Latest Edition, authored by Vinita Nair Dedhia (Senior Partner) & Abhirup Ghosh (Partner), with the following ... Read more

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This book provides comprehensive commentary on law relating to Corporate Bonds and Debentures. This book will find practical value and utility for the following communities and professionals:• Corporate Practitioners• Researchers/Academicians• StudentsThe Present Publication is the Latest Edition, authored by Vinita Nair Dedhia (Senior Partner) & Abhirup Ghosh (Partner), with the following
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Telford Georges: A Legal Odyssey

by Albert Fiadjoe, Gilbert Kodilinye, Joyce Cole Georges ...

This book begins by tracing the life story of Telford Georges from the childhood years in Dominica, through the years of practice in Trinidad, followed by the Tanzania and Zimbabwe years, and culminating in The Bahamas period. Transcribed conversations with Telford are included, in which he gives the reader many fascinating insights into the judicial thought processes, and expresses his views on a ... Read more

$8.99 USD

This book begins by tracing the life story of Telford Georges from the childhood years in Dominica, through the years of practice in Trinidad, followed by the Tanzania and Zimbabwe years, and culminating in The Bahamas period. Transcribed conversations with Telford are included, in which he gives the reader many fascinating insights into the judicial thought processes, and expresses his views on a
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The Generalist Counsel

How Leading General Counsel are Shaping Tomorrow's Companies

by Prashant Dubey, Eva Kripalani ...

In the past two decades, the General Counsel in many companies has risen in importance, and the GC is now often involved in business strategy from the inception. Consequently, the position has become more desirable, lucrative, and competitive. Those who achieve it are required to be better versed in the same fundamental principles of business practice and leadership as other senior executives. In ... Read more

$57.50 USD

In the past two decades, the General Counsel in many companies has risen in importance, and the GC is now often involved in business strategy from the inception. Consequently, the position has become more desirable, lucrative, and competitive. Those who achieve it are required to be better versed in the same fundamental principles of business practice and leadership as other senior executives. In
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Experiencing Other Minds in the Courtroom

by Neal Feigenson ...

Sometimes the outcome of a lawsuit depends upon sensations known only to the person who experiences them, such as the buzzing sound heard by a plaintiff who suffers from tinnitus after an accident. Lawyers, litigants, and expert witnesses are now seeking to re-create these sensations in the courtroom, using digital technologies to simulate litigants’ subjective experiences and thus to help jurors ... Read more

$31.13 USD

Sometimes the outcome of a lawsuit depends upon sensations known only to the person who experiences them, such as the buzzing sound heard by a plaintiff who suffers from tinnitus after an accident. Lawyers, litigants, and expert witnesses are now seeking to re-create these sensations in the courtroom, using digital technologies to simulate litigants’ subjective experiences and thus to help jurors
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The Trial of Jesus

Enriched edition. Account from a Lawyer's Standpoint

by Walter M. Chandler, Camille Bishop ...

In 'The Trial of Jesus' by Walter M. Chandler, the author delves into the historical context and legal aspects surrounding the trial of Jesus Christ. Through meticulous research and analysis, Chandler presents a compelling narrative that examines the political tensions, religious implications, and legal procedures of the time. His writing style is scholarly and insightful, providing readers with a ... Read more

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In 'The Trial of Jesus' by Walter M. Chandler, the author delves into the historical context and legal aspects surrounding the trial of Jesus Christ. Through meticulous research and analysis, Chandler presents a compelling narrative that examines the political tensions, religious implications, and legal procedures of the time. His writing style is scholarly and insightful, providing readers with a
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Research Methods for Law

Edited by Mike McConville ...

Series series Research Methods for the Arts and Humanities
$31.99 USD
Abogados sin reglas

by Mauricio García Villegas, María Adelaida Ceballos Bedoya ...

Colombia se ha caracterizado por contar con una cantidad de abogados quizás excesiva. Esto ha causado enredos institucionales, al tiempo que ha servido para controlar los poderes públicos. También ha originado abusos y corrupción, pero ha permitido la protección jurídica de los derechos. Sin duda, los profesionales del derecho (jueces, notarios, litigantes, funcionarios del Estado) han tenido una ... Read more

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Colombia se ha caracterizado por contar con una cantidad de abogados quizás excesiva. Esto ha causado enredos institucionales, al tiempo que ha servido para controlar los poderes públicos. También ha originado abusos y corrupción, pero ha permitido la protección jurídica de los derechos. Sin duda, los profesionales del derecho (jueces, notarios, litigantes, funcionarios del Estado) han tenido una
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A Judgment of Whispers

by Sallie Bissell ...

Series Book 7 - The Adventures of Mary Crow
Mary Crow is running for DA, trying to unseat the incumbent George Turpin. In mid-campaign a stray dog digs up shocking new evidence that breathes life into a decades-old murder of a nine-year-old girl. Pisgah County thinks the most likely suspect is Zack Collier, an autistic man who's also the son of one of Mary Crow's campaign volunteers. When the police start harassing Zack yet again, his ... Read more

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Mary Crow is running for DA, trying to unseat the incumbent George Turpin. In mid-campaign a stray dog digs up shocking new evidence that breathes life into a decades-old murder of a nine-year-old girl. Pisgah County thinks the most likely suspect is Zack Collier, an autistic man who's also the son of one of Mary Crow's campaign volunteers. When the police start harassing Zack yet again, his
... Read more
Probate Practitioner's Handbook

Edited by Lesley King ...

The Probate Practitioner's Handbook is a well-established and popular guide to good practice for solicitors' firms that undertake probate and estate administration work.This new eighth edition has been comprehensively updated by leading experts to take account of developments relating to: money laundering issues including the requirements of the fourth EU Directive on Money Laundering and the new ... Read more

$79.99 USD

The Probate Practitioner's Handbook is a well-established and popular guide to good practice for solicitors' firms that undertake probate and estate administration work.This new eighth edition has been comprehensively updated by leading experts to take account of developments relating to: money laundering issues including the requirements of the fourth EU Directive on Money Laundering and the new
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Taxmann's Statutory Guide for NBFCs with Law Relating to Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets

Updated till 10th December 2020

by Taxmann ...

Series Book 2021 - 25th Edition
This book provides a comprehensive coverage on Non-Banking Financial Companies (‘NBFCs’) and Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets. It covers updated, amended & annotated Bare Acts, Directions, RBI Guidelines, Rules, Regulations, Master Directions, Orders, Circulars, and Notifications on NBFCs. The book comprises of overview of ‘Law relating to NBFCs & Securitisation’ to have a ... Read more

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This book provides a comprehensive coverage on Non-Banking Financial Companies (‘NBFCs’) and Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets. It covers updated, amended & annotated Bare Acts, Directions, RBI Guidelines, Rules, Regulations, Master Directions, Orders, Circulars, and Notifications on NBFCs. The book comprises of overview of ‘Law relating to NBFCs & Securitisation’ to have a
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大案怪案奇案

Edited by 于茂田编 ...

本书分为大案卷宗、怪案卷宗、奇案卷宗三个部分，汇集了103篇资料，大多数来源于报纸杂志，有近10％是笔者亲手办理过的案件和事件。 ... Read more

$5.48 USD

本书分为大案卷宗、怪案卷宗、奇案卷宗三个部分，汇集了103篇资料，大多数来源于报纸杂志，有近10％是笔者亲手办理过的案件和事件。
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