Carleton University · LAWS 1002

Introduction to Legal Studies 2

Credits : 0.5 creditReference year : 2026-27

Description

Introduction to legal rules and theoretical approaches for critically understanding the creation, interpretation and enforcement of those rules; the role of judges, juries, lawyers, and lay persons; adjudication and alternative dispute resolution; relationship of law with social change and justice; challenges of access to justice.

Conditions and arrangements

  • Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
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Introduction to legal rules and theoretical approaches for critically understanding the creation, interpretation and enforcement of those rules; the role of judges, juries, lawyers, and lay persons; adjudication and alternative dispute resolution; relationship of law with social change and justice; challenges of access to justice.

  • Lectures and discussion three hours a week.

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