Jowitt's dictionary of English law (4th edition)

A research tool of historic and modern English legal terms, Jowitt's Dictionary of English Law is a unique authority that provides a concise, but comprehensive definition of each expression which forms part of English law.

Jowitt: Gives a distillation of legal concepts providing a first point of reference for research or for understanding an unfamiliar area of law Covers European terms/law in so far as they form part of the law of England and Wales Can be used to accurately draft, interpret and understand legal terminology and legal materials Provides clarity on the meaning of words, for example as to what the terms of a contract might mean Can be used as a guide when drafting legal documents or agreements as to the use of appropriate terms and terminology Provides the historical context of words Complements and is cross-referenced to Stroud's Judicial Dictionary. Jurisdiction: England/Wales