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Handbook 1997 : Faculty of Law : Law

730-327 Law and Society in Japan

Credit Points:

10

Coordinator:

Professor M Smith

Prerequisite/s:

Torts and the Process of Law; History and Philosophy of Law. No knowledge of Japan or Japanese language is assumed.

Timetable:

Semester 2

Contact:

2 hours per week

Subject Description:

Topics will be drawn from the following: the role of law in Japanese society; Litigation and other forms of dispute resolution; The historical approach to law in Japan; Structure of the legal system and sources of law; Constitution and emperor system; Legislative process and law reform; Administrative decision-making and judicial review; The legal profession; Family law; Tort law; Contract and commercial law.

Assessment:

If the enrolment is less than 50 students: A Research Assignment of 5000 words (100%) or a Final Exam (100%). OR If the enrolment is more than 50 students: A Final Exam (100%).

Prescribed Texts:

Printed Materials will be issued by the Law School.

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