Family Law (Macmillan Law Masters),Used

Product DescriptionThis textbook provides a clear and straightforward account of family law, while also introducing current debates about the nature, scope and functions of the law and discussing wider controversies surrounding the basic doctrines. This book is compact yet comprehensive, wellstructured and engaging and is an ideal text for all students taking undergraduate and GDL/CPE courses in family law.The book goes into critical depth on issues such as legal and social trends and developments, the nature of judicial decisionmaking, the importance of agreement, and the impact of human rights. This approach makes the book essential reading for law students taking undergraduate modules in family law and child law. Students on social work, social policy, health care and human rights courses will also find it invaluable, as will postgraduates and those studying the subject for professional purposes.From the Back CoverThis popular textbook provides a comprehensive overview of family law, along with an understanding of its context, its practical consequences, a focus on what the current debates are that surround the law, and discussion of proposals for reform.New to this edition: Less procedural detail, more focus on current family law issues, and more commentary on and context of the law, linking to wider reading and critiques of the law New author team provides balance between academic concepts and relevance to practice Accessible and studentfocussed, with summaries at the end of each chapter that highlight key points, as well as a companion website containing useful web links to resources: www.palgravehighered.com/law/familylaw9eFamily Law is essential reading for law students taking undergraduate modules in family law and child law. Students on social work, social policy, health care and human rights courses will also find it invaluable, as will postgraduates and those studying the subject for professional purposes.Paula Davies is a Senior Lecturer in Law and the Associate Programme Head of Student Engagement (LLB and GDL programmes) at BPP University Law School in London, and a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.Paven Basuita is a Lecturer in Law at BPP University Law School in London, a nonpractising solicitor, and a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.'A tried and tested book which combines a wealth of theoretical knowledge and practical examples. It really brings the subject to life and is a very useful addition to the existing literature.' Eugenia Caracciolo di Torella, University of Leicester, UKAbout the AuthorPaula Davies is a Senior Lecturer in Law and the Associate Programme Head of Student Engagement (LLB and GDL programmes) at BPP University Law School in London, and a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. She specialises in family law, child law and human rights.Paven Basuita is a Lecturer in Law at BPP University Law School in London, and a nonpractising solicitor. Prior to becoming a lecturer, Paven practised as a family lawyer and has a broad range of family and child law experience. She now teaches family law, child law and public law, and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.