Written in clear, jargon-free English, this dictionary is ideal for all those without a legal qualification who nevertheless need some legal knowledge in the course of their work or daily life. Fully revised and updated for this third edition, it is also a useful reference book for lawyers, law students, and legal secretaries in the UK or any country where the legal system is founded on English law. Features include:3,500 entries defining and explaining the major terms, concepts, processes, and organization of the law;Authoritative and up-to-date coverage;Accurate treatment of recent changes in the law, for example regarding the care and protection of children, European Community law, taxation, and bankruptcy;A complete system of cross-references to guide users to the terms they need.