Glossary: A Law Student’s Reference Guide

Do you often pause and speculate on the meaning of words or phrases written in the Latin language when reading a legal text or contract? Do you wonder how accurate your understanding of these words is?

IF YOU DO then this book is for you! In this Glossary, the author has attempted to collect the Latin words and phrases that are most commonly used in university study guides and law textbooks These have been gathered from a number of subjects offered by tertiary institutions. Their corresponding English translations are then given.

The Glossary aims to assist in comprehending not only the meaning of Latin words but also the context within which they are applied and interpreted by the courts, in judgments and law reports.

This work is therefore a useful guide and quick reference for understanding of documents and legal arguments.

It is hoped that you will find it as useful as the Author does and most probably other legal Practitioners too.