LAW: Law is a system of rules and guidelines which are enforced through social institutions to govern behavior¹

Law is an extremely complex subject. There are many different 'specialisms' of law as well as an endless list of legal terms.
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• Legal Terms - Legal terms and phrases explained
• Areas of Law - Simplified explanations for the different areas of law
• Legal People - A 'Who's Who' guide; includes the responsibilities for each legal role and legal job descriptions.

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