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Courses 2012 - 2013

LAW B551 Comparative Legal Studies Seminar

Credits: 2-6, Variable


This seminar provides an introduction to comparative legal scholarship and comparative methods for research in Asian, European and American law. The course examines the challenges and controversies found in comparative law and comparative legal studies, as well as methodological innovations in modern comparative legal studies. The course emphasizes the development of analytical skills and comparative critical thinking. Students will engage in active and interdisciplinary analysis and criticism of traditional areas of comparative law and contemporary issues, and develop ability to pursue independent graduate-level comparative legal research. Required seminar for LL.M. candidates in Asia, Global Business and Development Law. J.D. candidates interested in research in advanced comparative law may also enroll.

Winter, 3 Credit(s)

Course Sections and Instructors
Instructor(s)
Raigrodski, Dana

Course Categories

  • Asian Law
  • International and Comparative Law
  • Seminar
  • Asian Law
  • International & Comparative Law

Sample Syllabi

Raigrodski - Autumn 2008

Winn - Autumn 2008
Winn - Winter 2012

Zang - Autumn 2008


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