COURSE DESCRIPTION 2012 2013

Prof. Patrick Shin,

2 credits day; 2 credits evening.

This seminar provides an introduction to jurisprudence and the philosophy of law. In the first part of the course, we will study various approaches to the traditional issues of analytic jurisprudence, such as the concept of law, the definition of a valid legal system, and the possibility of determinate legal truth. In the second part of the course, we will read selections from contemporary scholars, jurists, and judicial opinions that set forth and illustrate contrasting views of the role of a judge, the nature of adjudication, the meaning of the rule of law, and the justifiability of judicial review under democratic principles. Course grade will be based on a paper and class participation. Not offered 2012-2013

Enrollment is limited: 20

Elective Course

On List of Recommended Perspectives Courses

May Fulfill Legal Writing Requirement

Final Paper Required

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