Classic Books Library presents this brand new edition of “The Federalist Papers”, a collection of separate essays and articles compiled in 1788 by Alexander Hamilton. Following the United States Declaration of Independence in 1776, the governing doctrines and policies of the States lacked cohesion. “The Federalist”, as it was previously known, was constructed by American statesman Alexander Hamilton, and was intended to catalyse the ratification of the United States Constitution. Hamilton recruited fellow statesmen James Madison Jr., and John Jay to write papers for the compendium, and the three are known as some of the Founding Fathers of the United States. Alexander Hamilton (c. 1755–1804) was an American lawyer, journalist and highly influential government official. He also served as a Senior Officer in the Army between 1799-1800 and founded the Federalist Party, the system that governed the nation’s finances. His contributions to the Constitution and leadership made a significant and lasting impact on the early development of the nation of the United States.

The Model Rules of Professional Conduct provides an up-to-date resource for information on legal ethics. Federal, state and local courts in all jurisdictions look to the Rules for guidance in solving lawyer malpractice cases, disciplinary actions, disqualification issues, sanctions questions and much more. In this volume, black-letter Rules of Professional Conduct are followed by numbered Comments that explain each Rule's purpose and provide suggestions for its practical application. The Rules will help you identify proper conduct in a variety of given situations, review those instances where discretionary action is possible, and define the nature of the relationship between you and your clients, colleagues and the courts.

The judiciary in India is a vital pillar of the democratic framework, tasked with upholding the rule of law, interpreting the Constitution, and ensuring justice for all citizens. Here’s an overview of the judiciary system in India: Structure of Judiciary: Supreme Court of India: Apex court and highest judicial authority in the country. Located in New Delhi. Consists of the Chief Justice of India and other judges appointed by the President. Has original, appellate, and advisory jurisdiction. High Courts: Each state in India has a High Court. Headquartered in the capital city of the respective state. Exercises original and appellate jurisdiction over state matters. Judges appointed by the President. Subordinate Courts: Below the High Courts are subordinate courts, including District Courts and Sessions Courts. They handle civil and criminal cases within their jurisdiction. Judges are appointed by the Governor (in the case of states) and President (in Union Territories). Functions and Powers: Judicial Review: The judiciary has the power of judicial review to examine the constitutionality of laws and government actions. Interpretation of Laws: Courts interpret laws, including the Constitution, statutes, and precedents, to ensure their application and enforcement. Dispute Resolution: Adjudicates disputes between individuals, government bodies, and other entities through fair and impartial trials. Protection of Rights: Safeguards fundamental rights of citizens through enforcement and interpretation of laws. Independence and Accountability: Independence: The judiciary in India enjoys independence from the executive and legislative branches to ensure impartiality and fairness in decision-making. Accountability: Judges are accountable for their conduct through judicial standards and accountability mechanisms, including impeachment by Parliament for misconduct. Judicial Reforms and Challenges: Reforms: Continuous efforts are made to improve judicial efficiency, access to justice, and reduce backlog of cases. Challenges: Challenges include delays in justice delivery, infrastructure constraints, and ensuring judicial integrity and transparency. Landmark Judgments: The Indian judiciary has delivered several landmark judgments that have shaped constitutional law and protected citizens' rights, such as: Kesavananda Bharati vs. State of Kerala (1973): Established the basic structure doctrine of the Constitution. Maneka Gandhi vs. Union of India (1978): Expanded the scope of personal liberty under Article 21. Indira Gandhi vs. Raj Narain (1975): Declared the election of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi void on grounds of electoral malpractice. Conclusion: The judiciary in India plays a pivotal role in upholding the principles of democracy, protecting fundamental rights, and ensuring accountability in governance. It stands as a guardian of the Constitution and a safeguard against arbitrary exercise of state power, thereby contributing to the country's democratic ethos and rule of law.

Philip Hamburger’s Law and Judicial Duty traces the early history of what is today called "judicial review." The book sheds new light on a host of misunderstood problems, including intent, the status of foreign and international law, the cases and controversies requirement, and the authority of judicial precedent. The book is essential reading for anyone concerned about the proper role of the judiciary.

Since legal language can neither be taught nor understood without context, English for Lawyers and Law Students essentially serves two purposes: It provides an insight into selected issues of the US legal system and in doing so acquaints the reader with (primarily American) English legal terminology and a variety of law concepts. The book’s contents are selective rather than comprehensive because the focus lies on legal vocabulary rather than knowledge building. Thus, each chapter is followed by a list of related legal terms and concepts, whereby a wide range of legal terminology is defined and explained in English and not forced into a German corset. Among other issues, the book offers a valuable insight into the US trial and jury system, US legal education, the legal profession and various legal (civil and criminal) proceedings. It is a suitable reference book for law students as well as legal professionals and anyBartzone interested in US law and English legal terminology. The author’s main goal is to promote and ease the reader’s understanding of legal terms by contextualizing them, which should enable the legally trained eye to realize the small but subtle differences between the (American) English and related German terms. In addition, the book includes a great number of legal terms and their respective translation into German.

Considering the aspects of foreign affairs which arise in English court cases, this book treats questions regarding the relationship between international and domestic law, the sovereignty of the Crown, and the relationship between the Crown and the courts.

The second edition of Judges on Trial articulates the rules, assumptions and practices which shape the culture of independence of the English judiciary today. Enhanced by interviews with English judges, legal scholars and professionals, it also outlines the factors that shape the modern meaning of judicial independence. The book discusses the contemporary issues of judicial governance, judicial appointments, the standards of conduct on and off the bench, the discipline and liability of judges and the relationship between judges and the media. It is accessible to an international audience of lawyers, political scientists and judges beyond the national realm.

This study of the English judiciary stimulates a discussion of the factors shaping judicial independence, including accountability and constitutional adjudication.