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ETHICS AND EVIDENCE LAW
Ethics and Legal Professionalism in Australia
Ethics and Legal Professionalism in Australia
- Introduces students to the ethics and professional responsibilities that they will encounter in practice
- Outlines the concepts, rules and conflicts relating to legal ethics
- Updated to address the considerable changes to the legal profession and the environment.
BUSINESS AND CORPORATE LAW
Corporations Law
Corporations Law
- A concise, practical approach to teaching corporations law
- Designed flexibly for a one semester course or a shorter block model course
- Student-focused structure of chapters which focus on individual topics relevant to the study of corporate law.
BUSINESS AND CORPORATE LAW
Corporations Law Workbook
Corporations Law Workbook
- Complementary workbook to the Corporations Law textbook
- Provides targeted exercises to develop students’ strong practical skills
- Takes a scaffolded approach, starting with easy activities and building to more complex tasks.
TORT LAW
Connecting with Tort Law
Connecting with Tort Law
- Provides students with the fundamentals of legal argument and problem-solving.
- Features three new chapters covering negligence: Duty of Care, Breach, and Causation.
- Active reading tasks help students focus on the law as they read each chapter and reinforce their understanding.
INTRODUCTION TO LAW
Connecting with Law
Connecting with Law
- Develops your students' critical thinking skills while teaching them the practical knowledge they need to succeed at law
- Engages students with contemporary examples, case studies and exercises that promote learning and develop legal skills
- Practitioner profiles showcase a diverse array of careers in the industry and beyond.
INTRODUCTION TO LAW
Statutory Interpretation
Statutory Interpretation
- Revitalises learning of statutory interpretation as a living, breathing and dynamic tool for understanding and applying the law
- Guides students through applying statutory interpretation rules with a problem-solving methodology
- Takes a skills-based approach with practical case and application exercises.
INTRODUCTION TO LAW / STUDY SKILLS AND RESEARCH METHODS / LAW ELECTIVES
Australian Law Dictionary
Australian Law Dictionary
- A key reference for those who need familiarity with, and a comprehensive knowledge of, Australian legal terms
- Develops core legal knowledge with content mapped around key practice areas
- Written, reviewed and edited by legal experts with current terminology to prepare students for practice.
INTRODUCTION TO LAW
Law and Justice in Australia
Law and Justice in Australia
- Takes a historical, critical and contextual approach to law and justice, supported by cases, articles and commentary
- Prepares students to start thinking like lawyers; challenging them to deal with significant material, think deeply about law and society, and develop critical skills.
INTRODUCTION TO LAW
Australian Constitutional Law
Australian Constitutional Law
- Explains and evaluates the Australian constitutional system in relation to the classical principles of constitutional government such as the rule of law, separation of powers, representation, executive responsibility, federalism and fundamental rights.
CRIMINAL LAW
Queensland Criminal Law
Queensland Criminal Law
- Examines the principles of criminal law as they relate to the Criminal Code (Qld)
- Guides students through complex materials and concepts with case matrices, tables and flowcharts
- Compares relevant developments in common law, federal criminal law, and other jurisdictions.
CRIMINAL LAW
Australian Criminal Law in the Common Law Jurisdictions
Australian Criminal Law in the Common Law Jurisdictions
- Introduces the fundamentals of criminal law focusing on the common law states
- Critical thinking questions consolidate student understanding and help in applying criminal law principles
- Includes clear case extracts, relevant legislative amendments and incisive author commentary throughout.
CRIMINAL LAW
Criminalisation and Criminal Responsibility in Australia
Criminalisation and Criminal Responsibility in Australia
- Brings together significant contributions across criminal law scholarly thinking and scholarship—criminalisation and criminal responsibility
- Provides a snapshot of key issues across the Australian criminal justice landscape
- Written by some of Australia’s leading criminal law and procedure scholars.
CRIMINAL LAW
Australian Criminal Justice
Australian Criminal Justice
- Analyses the influences affecting criminal justice and examines the institutional and administrative features of its operation in all jurisdictions
- Guides students through the stages of a case from investigation to sentencing
- Critical reflection questions promote further thought and develop understanding.
TORT LAW
Street on Torts
Street on Torts
- An insightful and thorough treatment of tort law with a focus on key concepts
- Case extracts and accompanying analyses help students consider the law in context and understand its practical application
- Problem questions promote the practice of essential analytical and essay writing skills.
TORT LAW
The New Law of Torts
The New Law of Torts
- Provides a clear and succinct discussion of the interface between the statutory regime in each jurisdiction and the common law
- Asks students to consider whether the foundational principles and policies of torts law reflect the social and moral values of modern Australian society.
TORT LAW
The New Law of Torts Case Book
The New Law of Torts Case Book
- A collection of edited cases designed to accompany The New Law of Torts textbook
- Includes a range of carefully selected case extracts of seminal judgments that have shaped the modern law of torts
- Illustrates approaches to doctrines that govern the interpretation and construction of statutes.
TORT LAW
The Law of Torts in Australia
The Law of Torts in Australia
- An authoritative and comprehensive discussion of tort law from a distinctively Australian perspective
- Includes discussion of the major amendment of the Trade Practices Act 1974, which produced the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 and the Australian Consumer Law.
ETHICS & EVIDENCE LAW
Uniform Evidence
Uniform Evidence
- Presents uniform evidence legislation as implemented by Federal and relevant State and territory governments
- Case examples illustrate the application of evidence law and flowcharts help summarise complex rules
- In-depth case analysis helps students explore the underlying principles of evidence law.
ETHICS & EVIDENCE LAW
Uniform Evidence Law
Uniform Evidence Law
- Introduces the law of evidence as it applies to adopters of the model Uniform Evidence Law: the Commonwealth, NSW, Tasmania, Victoria, ACT and the NT
- Analyses the Uniform Evidence Law with reference to its history, its underlying policy and its operation in practice.
CONTRACT LAW
Contract Law
Contract Law
- An in-depth examination of Australian contract law and its core principles
- Explores contemporary issues and illustrates complex topics with case summaries
- Use with the Contract Law Case Book featuring an expanded selection of primary and secondary materials.
CONTRACT LAW
Contract Law Case Book
Contract Law Case Book
- A collection of extracts from significant cases in Australian contract law
- Explores the law through the judges’ own words to develop students’ case analysis abilities
- Designed to use with Contract Law with a range of primary and secondary materials.
CONTRACT LAW
Contract Law
Contract Law
- Introduces students to the fundamental principles, theories and arguments in Australian contract law
- Commentary on relevant statutes and materials, and key extracts from leading cases give students a thorough understanding of contract law.
INTRODUCTION TO LAW / PUBLIC LAW
Australian Public Law
Australian Public Law
- Provides a foundation for understanding the ideas and principles that underpin Australian public law
- Uses a theoretical framework for investigating and interpreting the Australian Constitution
- Introduces the core concepts required for the study of constitutional and administrative law.
PUBLIC LAW
Principles of Administrative Law
Principles of Administrative Law
- Draws on legal theory and research to set out the essentials of administrative law while exploring its conceptual foundations and underlying principles
- Use in conjunction with Cases for Principles of Administrative Law for access to a collection of extended cases.
PUBLIC LAW
Cases for Principles of Administrative Law
Cases for Principles of Administrative Law
- A collection of cases that develops students’ legal reasoning skills while highlighting the application of administrative law principles
- Designed to use with Principles of Administrative Law with readings that promote a deep understanding of the way administrative law adjudication is structured.
HUMAN RIGHTS LAW
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Relations
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Relations
- Introduces the major issues faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people under the Anglo-Australian legal system
- Engages students in key debates such as reparations for the Stolen Generation, Constitutional recognition, national child welfare policy reforms, and state-based treaty processes.
HUMAN RIGHTS LAW
International Human Rights Law
International Human Rights Law
- Guides students through the complexities of international human rights law, preparing them for further study and research
- Provides clear and broad coverage of the primary systems of human rights protection and the key substantive rights.
HUMAN RIGHTS LAW
The International Law of Human Rights
The International Law of Human Rights
- Examines the fundamentals of human rights law from the advent of the United Nations Charter
- Introduces the intricacies of human rights law and provides up-to-date coverage of human rights issues
- ‘Snapshots’ throughout the text demonstrate real life decisions, exploring the scope of human rights law.
HUMAN RIGHTS LAW
Human Rights under the Australian Constitution
Human Rights under the Australian Constitution
- A thorough exploration of how the Australian Constitution protects human rights
- Provides a comprehensive overview and analysis of the key public law principles
- Examines areas of great importance to Australian democracy such as the right to vote, freedom of religion, and the right to a fair trial.
HUMAN RIGHTS LAW
International Human Rights
International Human Rights
- Written by world-leading human rights scholars, Philip Alston and Ryan Goodman
- Includes a broad selection of primary and secondary materials to demonstrate key themes
- Questions throughout the book encourage deeper reflection and critical enquiry.
INTERNATIONAL LAW
Brownlie's Principles of Public International Law
Brownlie's Principles of Public International Law
- A single-volume introduction to the field of public international law
- Includes extensive reference to recent decisions providing a solid foundation for further research
- Covers developments in climate change, diplomatic asylum, international criminal law and the ICC, corporate social responsibility, and more…
INTERNATIONAL LAW
International Law
International Law
- A comprehensive account of international law, with critical coverage of central issues
- Encourages students to engage with areas of controversy and consider how they affect the world today
- Supported by thought-provoking learning features with theory and debate boxes, case spotlights, and suggested reading.
INTERNATIONAL LAW
International Law
International Law
- An authoritative and diverse collection of critical perspectives from leading scholars in the field
- Provides wide-ranging analysis of all of the key issues and themes in public international law reflecting its breadth and diversity
- Includes a new chapter on International Refugee and Migration Law.
INTERNATIONAL LAW
Cases & Materials on International Law
Cases & Materials on International Law
- A topical companion for study, offering broad coverage of public international law and its contemporary debates
- Includes the essential cases and materials that students need to understand the international legal system
- Features expert commentary that critically engages students with the complexities of the law.
INTERNATIONAL LAW / LAW ELECTIVES
International Climate Change Law
International Climate Change Law
- A clear analytical guide to the climate regime, with assessment of all international instruments and conventions dealing with climate change
- Places international climate change law within the context of international law and international environmental law.
INTERNATIONAL LAW
Complete International Law
Complete International Law
- Combines case extracts with commentary to demonstrate legal principles and the significance of case law
- Encourages active learning with key point summaries and self-test questions that stimulate reflection
- Includes new chapters on immunity and international humanitarian law.
LAW ELECTIVES
Environmental Law
Environmental Law
- Provides students with everything they need to confidently study environmental law
- Combines insightful commentary with extracts to highlight key themes and issues
- Engages students in critical reflection with discussion questions focusing on the controversies and debates within environmental law.
LAW ELECTIVES
Environmental Law
Environmental Law
- Provides an interdisciplinary framework for understanding and practising environmental law in Australia
- Explains the structure of environmental law within an Australian and global context
- Case studies and examples help illustrate underlying principles of environmental law, governance and regulation.
LAW ELECTIVES
Sports Law
Sports Law
- Introduces the body of law that governs all sporting activities in Australia from the local clubs to the professional commercial leagues
- Highlights key issues including concussion, gambling, governance, and doping
- Discussion questions and hypothetical scenarios help students understand the application of law.
LAW ELECTIVES
Australian Trade Mark Law
Australian Trade Mark Law
- A forward-looking and critical analysis of the state of Australian trade mark law that explores how the system works
- Comparative materials illustrate how other jurisdictions deal with particular issues and problems
- Encourages students to engage with the operation of the Australian trade mark system.
LAW ELECTIVES
Media Law
Media Law
- Examines the substantive areas of law affecting the practice of contemporary media organisations
- Introduces media concepts and explains how they apply in both legal and cultural contexts
- Critical perspectives from a range of academic disciplines provide a conceptual framework for understanding media law.
LAW ELECTIVES
Australian Intellectual Property
Australian Intellectual Property
- An accessible introduction to intellectual property using broader social and economic contexts to locate the black letter law in the everyday
- Breaks down the structure of the legislation and associated rights
- Explains the structure of the legislation and associated rights in clear terms.
LAW ELECTIVES
Australian Family Law
Australian Family Law
- Introduces Australian family law in a broad context that includes policy debates and relevant empirical research
- Explores family law through an overarching theme of the challenges of complexity
- Use with Australian Family Law Teaching Materials for additional primary and secondary materials.
LAW ELECTIVES
Australian Family Law Teaching Materials
Australian Family Law Teaching Materials
- Extensive primary and secondary materials help students engage with the study of family law
- Helps students develop essential skills in the use of primary sources such as cases and legislation
- Designed to use in conjunction with Australian Family Law which gives students a comprehensive review of the subject.
LAW ELECTIVES
Real Property
Real Property
- Covers the essential elements of property law for NSW, exploring the salient principles with relevant case examples and materials
- Includes detailed explanation of key cases making the material accessible to students and enabling them to better appreciate the associated judicial reasoning.
LAW ELECTIVES
Competition Law and Policy
Competition Law and Policy
- Introduces Australian competition law, its policy rationale and its common law evolution
- Explores the principle forms of anti-competitive conduct engaged in by firms
- Covers local concepts of authorisation and access, and the sanctions imposed for breaches.
LAW ELECTIVES
Australian Land Law in Context
Australian Land Law in Context
- A clear and concise introduction to the real property laws of Australia
- Sets the law in a modern, social and relevant context
- References all Australian jurisdictions with examples that highlight the application of land law principles
OXFORD LAW GUIDEBOOKS
Administrative Law Guidebook
Administrative Law Guidebook
- An introductory guide to the essentials of administrative law
- Navigates fundamental principles supported by examples, exercises, and assessment preparation sections
- Links key concepts from lectures, textbooks and tutorials to improve your students’ knowledge and develop their legal problem-solving skills.
OXFORD LAW GUIDEBOOKS
Business Law Guidebook
Business Law Guidebook
- An introductory guide to the essentials of business law
- Guides students through fundamental principles supported by questions, cases to remember, diagrams, and guidelines for answering questions
- Outlines the foundation topics in business and commercial law in an easy-to-read, student-friendly format.
OXFORD LAW GUIDEBOOKS
Business Organisations Law Guidebook
Business Organisations Law Guidebook
- An introductory guide to the essentials of business organisations law
- Develops student understanding with cases, assessment preparation sections, and diagrams that explain difficult concepts and complex material
- Provides a clear and comprehensive outline of the foundation topics in property law.
OXFORD LAW GUIDEBOOKS
Constitutional Law Guidebook
Constitutional Law Guidebook
- An introductory guide to the essentials of constitutional law
- Supported by examples outlining the interlinked nature of constitutional law, assessment preparation sections, and diagrams to help explain difficult concepts
- Links key concepts from lectures, textbooks and tutorials to consolidate student knowledge.
OXFORD LAW GUIDEBOOKS
Corporations Law Guidebook
Corporations Law Guidebook
- An introductory guide to the essentials of corporations law
- Provides guidance on how to write essays and answer problems, active learning exercises, diagrams of difficult concepts, and assessment preparation sections
- Links key concepts from lectures, textbooks and tutorials to consolidate student knowledge.
OXFORD LAW GUIDEBOOKS
Criminal Law Guidebook
New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia
Criminal Law Guidebook
- An introductory guide to the essentials of criminal law in NSW, VIC and SA
- Guides students through fundamental principles with clear and concise explanations, cases and statutes to remember, and assessment preparation sections
- Provides a comprehensive outline of the foundation topics in criminal law.
OXFORD LAW GUIDEBOOKS
Criminal Law Guidebook
Queensland and Western Australia
Criminal Law Guidebook
- An introductory guide to the essentials of criminal law in QLD and WA
- Guides students through fundamental principles with clear explanations, cases and statutes to remember, and assessment preparation sections
- Links key concepts from lectures, textbooks and tutorials to consolidate student knowledge.
OXFORD LAW GUIDEBOOKS
Equity and Trusts Guidebook
Equity and Trusts Guidebook
- An introductory guide to the essentials of equity and trusts
- Supported by clear explanations, cases and statutes, questions, flow charts that summarise major issues, and a glossary of equity and trusts terms
- Links key concepts from lectures, textbooks and tutorials to consolidate student knowledge.
OXFORD LAW GUIDEBOOKS
Property Law Guidebook
Property Law Guidebook
- An introductory guide to the essentials of property law
- Links key concepts from lectures, textbooks and tutorials to consolidate student knowledge
- Provides practical examples of property law principles in action, guidelines for answering questions, diagrams of complex concepts, and assessment preparation sections.
OXFORD LAW GUIDEBOOKS
Uniform Evidence Law Guidebook
Uniform Evidence Law Guidebook
- An introductory guide to the essentials of uniform evidence law
- Supports students with diagrams of complex concepts and materials, study and advocacy tips, cases and statutes, and a practical criminal trial scenario
- Outlines the foundation topics in evidence law in the uniform evidence jurisdictions.
STUDY SKILLS AND RESEARCH METHODS
How to Write Law Essays and Exams
How to Write Law Essays and Exams
- Provides law students with a practical method of analysing and answering essay and exam questions
- Focuses on difficult questions that trouble students, such as problem questions, while teaching vital writing and analytical skills
- Contains specific law-related revision techniques and general writing tips.
STUDY SKILLS AND RESEARCH METHODS
Pleadings Without Tears
Pleadings Without Tears
- One of the most successful books on practical legal drafting in the context of litigation
- Focuses on core skills and fundamental rules while addressing each stage of the drafting process
- Practical examples combined with detailed analysis of the process provide a thorough understanding of drafting.
STUDY SKILLS AND RESEARCH METHODS
Legal Writing
Legal Writing
- Helps students develop effective legal writing skills for academic and professional practice
- Provides grounding in good writing techniques with practical guidance, examples, exercises, and further reading
- Explores specific forms of legal writing including client letters, memoranda and appellate briefs.
STUDY SKILLS AND RESEARCH METHODS
Practical Legal Skills
Practical Legal Skills
- An essential guide for preparing skilled and ethical lawyers in a rapidly changing environment of practice
- Introduces students to the ethics, values and professional responsibilities surrounding the decisions lawyers make
- Exercises develop the practical skills students will need in every-day legal work.
STUDY SKILLS AND RESEARCH METHODS
Becoming a Lawyer
Becoming a Lawyer
- Practical, experience-based advice for students beginning their law studies
- Provides students with realistic advice and tips to help them get the most from their studies
- Explores changing technology, remote access, blended learning, flexible delivery, legal ethics and communication skills.
BUSINESS AND CORPORATE LAW
Commercial Applications of Company Law 2020
Commercial Applications of Company Law 2020
- A practical introduction to company law with a focus on how it shapes business organisations
- Helps students navigate complex legislation and contemporary issues guided by expert commentary
- Features case studies, problem sets and legislative extracts to help students apply legal principles in practice.
BUSINESS AND CORPORATE LAW
First Principles of Business Law
First Principles of Business Law
- An integrated learning approach to studying business law and understanding the system within which it operates
- Illustrates business law concepts with legislation extracts and summaries of reported cases
- Includes eStudy modules that improve learning through hundreds of examples, questions and case studies.
BUSINESS AND CORPORATE LAW
Australian Business Law
Australian Business Law
- Discusses the main areas of law affecting business supported by case examples, references to legislation, diagrams and flowcharts
- Reflects changes to the law made by the Civil Liability Acts, Australian Consumer Law, Competition and Consumer Act, National Credit Code and the Personal Property Securities Act.
BUSINESS AND CORPORATE LAW
Contract Law in Context
Contract Law in Context
- Presents the law of contract in its commercial context to help students understand how it operates in practice
- Examines the principles of contract law by following the life cycle of a commercial contract
- References pertinent areas of law, such as competition and consumer law, agency law and corporate law.
BUSINESS AND CORPORATE LAW
Law and Business 5E
Law and Business 5E
- Unravels the complex legal principles that govern the practice of business and commercial law in Australia
- Explores core subjects including contract law, tort law, commercial law, and business organisations law
- Takes a skills-based approach with problem-solving exercises, case extracts and review questions.
BUSINESS AND CORPORATE LAW
How to Pass Business Law
How to Pass Business Law
- A practical ‘how to’ guide for students studying business and commercial law
- Focuses on how to approach scenario-style exam questions and helps students identify what law to apply
- Includes example questions with comments, annotated answers and helpful hints to assist students in answering questions.
BUSINESS AND CORPORATE LAW
Corporate Law
Corporate Law
- Examines the legal principles and policies that govern companies
- Explores the theoretical and policy basis for topic areas covered, placing the content in its practical context
- Reflects reforms introduced by the Personal Properties Securities Act 2009 (Cth).
STUDY SKILLS AND RESERACH METHODS
Communication Skills Guidebook
Communication Skills Guidebook
- A concise guidebook that equips students with the essential academic and communication skills they need to succeed at university
- Outlines how to write a good essay, construct a sound argument, present research findings, and more…
- Includes lots of tips and examples including common assignment instructions.
STUDY SKILLS AND RESEARCH METHODS
Essential Academic Skills
Essential Academic Skills
- Takes a step-by-step approach through the essential skills required to complete a university degree, supported by examples and activities
- Covers assessment skills for success, such as writing academic essays, reports, case studies, presentations, group work, examinations, and primary research.
TAXATION LAW
Australian Taxation Law 2020
Australian Taxation Law 2020
- Comprehensively examines the fundamental taxation legislation that underpins the Australian tax system
- Incorporates the latest legislative reforms and key decisions of courts and tribunals
- Includes tax rates for the 2019/20 financial year.
TAXATION LAW
Foundations of Taxation Law 2020
Foundations of Taxation Law 2020
- Designed to progressively build students' understanding of taxation law
- Covers a broad range of Commonwealth taxes, including income tax, GST, FBT and superannuation taxes, and explores comparative social, economic, political and international issues.
TAXATION LAW
Core Tax Legislation and Study Guide 2020
Core Tax Legislation and Study Guide 2020
- Combines the core provisions students need to know into one user-friendly text, teaching them how to apply relevant principles to realistic situations
- Updated to incorporate all recent taxation law amendments.
TAXATION LAW
Australian Taxation Study Manual 2020
Australian Taxation Study Manual 2020
- A practical guide to the real-life tax problems students will encounter as a professional
- Fosters an understanding of the legislation and key principles of taxation law with over 600 exercises
- Includes both questions with suggested solutions and questions without solutions.
TAXATION LAW
Australian Tax Casebook
Australian Tax Casebook
- A comprehensive reference text with more than 640 case summaries
- Highly accessible, written specifically for students
- Each summary identifies the essential facts and arguments of a case, including the fundamental issues and outcomes, and incorporates the relevant judicial statements.
STUDY SKILLS AND RESEARCH METHODS
Making the Grade
A Guide to Successful Communication and Study
Making the Grade
- A practical guide covering all the skills that will be used across a degree
- Explores the fundamentals of listening skills, efficient time management and working effectively with a team; as well as providing best tips for taking exams.
STUDY SKILLS AND RESEARCH METHODS
Smart Thinking
Skills for Critical Understanding and Writing
Smart Thinking
- A practical, step-by-step guide to improving skills in analysis, critical thinking, and the effective communication of arguments and explanations
- Provides detailed advice on how to practice better analytical skills and demonstrates how these skills can be used in research and writing
- Emphasises how to develop arguments that are coherent and take account of their audience and context.
STUDY SKILLS AND RESEARCH METHODS
The Reseach Process
The Research Process
- A concise and approachable introduction to research
- Guides students through the research process, analysing and demonstrating a variety of research methods
- Assumes no prior knowledge of research and takes a non-statistical, non-mathematical approach.