Fighting for Justice
Common Law and Civil Law Judges: Threats and Challenges
Elizabeth Gibson-Morgan editor
Format:Hardback
Publisher:University of Wales Press
Published:15th Jun '21
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This insightful exploration delves into the work of judges in Fighting for Justice, addressing contemporary legal challenges across various legal systems.
In Fighting for Justice, readers are presented with a comprehensive examination of the roles judges play in both Common Law and Civil Law systems. The insights stem from the experiences and testimonies of senior judiciary members who advocate for justice and uphold the law. This exploration comes at a crucial time when the rule of law faces significant threats, including governmental actions that may deliberately contravene legal principles and the ongoing pressures that compromise judicial independence from political and media influences.
The book aspires to restore public confidence in judges as the guardians of justice by drawing comparisons between the workings of Civil and Common Law countries. It serves as a rare opportunity to gather the wisdom of esteemed judges and legal experts from five distinct nations, shedding light on their methodologies and the principles guiding their pursuit of justice. This unique perspective enriches the reader's understanding of how justice is administered across different legal frameworks.
Importantly, Fighting for Justice is not merely an academic discourse but is designed to be accessible to students and the general public. It raises pressing contemporary legal issues that resonate with citizens, emphasizing justice as a collective goal and reinforcing a shared commitment to the rule of law. Through this engaging narrative, the book invites readers to reflect on their role within the legal system and the broader implications of justice in society.
"This impressive collection of essays is an important reminder of the pressures to which the rule of law is subject. The expert contributors, speaking from a wide range of different perspectives, demonstrate how these challenges can be overcome and, in the process, provide valuable insights into how judges and justice work." --Lord Lloyd-Jones, Justice of the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom -- Lord Lloyd-Jones, Justice of the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom
"This collection of essays is a timely analysis of the centrality of an independent judiciary to a democracy. It offers a powerful insight into the pressures as they arise in Canada, Denmark, England, France, Spain and Wales, and a cross-jurisdictional approach to issues such as diversity, political neutrality and training."
--Lord Thomas of Cwmgiedd, Lord Chief Justice of England and Wales 2013–17 -- Lord Thomas of Cwmgiedd, Lord Chief Justice of England and Wales 2013–17
ISBN: 9781786837462
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272 pages