Publisher's Synopsis
The rapid and influential development of Socio-Legal studies in the common law world is a recent phenomenon. This book reviews the genesis and directions of this movement and gauges the crucial research areas that must be addressed. The relationship of theory and practice is considered along with the role of the intellectual in the market place. - - This book locates the place of Socio-Legal Studies in the law schools. The major writers in the academy collectively address, for the first time, the complex matters surrounding the growth and future of Socio-Legal Studies. Leading authors review key research areas, including family, public, crime, company, contract, European Union and tort, and look at the role of Socio-legal Studies in the development of that subject area. In addition, the writers examine research failures and draw new lessons therefrom as well as identify new and emerging research areas which challenge those who describe themselves as Socio-Legal scholars and researchers.
