Jurisprudence and Interpretation of Statutes Notes (Free PDF)

Twelve of our most-read explainers in one 52-page PDF: the schools of jurisprudence, definitions of law, IP theories and the rules of statutory interpretation. Free.

What is inside

• Concept of law and the schools of jurisprudence
• Salmond’s definition of law
• Historical, realist and utilitarian schools; social solidarity theory
• Theories of intellectual property rights
• Internal aids, the preamble, reddendo singula singulis
• Strict construction of penal statutes; mandatory vs directory provisions

Who it is for: Law students revising jurisprudence and interpretation of statutes, and anyone who wants a clear refresher.