Essential Latin for Lawyers

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Summary: Useful for Latin Students and those interested in Law
Review: VerSteeg's Essential Latin for Lawyers is different from other legal dictionaries of Latin expressions. He presents the phrases in groups according to the area of law that you might encounter them (Contracts, Torts, Property) and then provides enough 'case' history or scenarios so that the phrase is illustrated by anecdote and is easy to remember. Teachers can use these with their students because the phrases and their examples are short. In addition to the narrative style of presentation, there is also a more 'standard' index of terms and their translations. The tone is conversational and at times witty. There is a down-to-earth style that is refreshing. The bi-monthly review of law books said it was 'delightful' and 'should be required reading for all first year law students."