Introduction To Swiss Law (Introduction to Swiss Law)
Contributors: Francois Dessemontet (Editor); Tugrul Ansay (Editor)
Edition: 3rd edition
Publisher: Kluwer Law International
Published: July 2004
Language: eng
Format: Hardcover
Number of pages: 351
ISBN-13: 9789041122605
Subjects: Legal Reference / Law Profession; Law; General; Switzerland
First sentence: The Swiss Confederation dates back to a diplomatic act - the freely negotiated 'everlasting' alliance (Charte fedérale/Bundes brief) signed on 1 August 1291, by three small communities: Uri, Schwyz and Nidwalden.
Description: "This handy volume offers practitioners and students an introduction to the law of Switzerland. Encompassing all the major fields of legal practice. Introduction to Swiss Law provides an essential understanding of the Swiss legal system with special emphasis on some contemporary issues, so that users can become familiar with the legal institutions and pursue further research on specific Swiss legal matters."--BOOK JACKET.