Short description
"Webster's New World Law Dictionary" includes clear, concise, and accurate definitions to over 5,000 legal terms in criminal law, contracts, evidence, constitutional law, property law, and torts. Common abbreviations are also included, as well as a full copy of the US Constitution. From law school students to journalists, "Websters New World Law Dictionary" offers all of the essential legal definitions in one valuable desk reference.
Long description
This work offers essential legal definitions in one trusted, authoritative desk reference. "Webster's New World Law Dictionary" offers clear and concise definitions of more than 4,000 common legal terms. It covers all areas of law, including criminal law, evidence, constitutional law, contracts, property law, and torts. This ready-reference also includes common abbreviations and a complete copy of the U.S. Constitution. Written in plain English and filled with accurate, easy-to-access information, this dictionary is ideal for everyone who uses legal terminology regularly, from law school students, legal professionals, and journalists to business managers and property owners. Susan Ellis Wild (Allentown, PA) has been a practicing attorney since 1982. She is the coauthor of "The Unofficial Guide to Getting a Divorce" (0-7645-7909-6) and is currently President of the Bar Association of Lehigh County, Pennsylvania.