The Legal System of Scotland

"Paterson and Bates" is a standing item on student reading lists throughout the country. It sets out to provide a clear, comprehensive and reader-friendly arrangement, and an introduction for anyone who requires a ready understanding of the Scottish legal system. "Paterson and Bates" provides a critical and comprehensive examination of the modern Scottish legal system, covering the jurisdictions, structure and administration of the Scottish courts; the operation of tribunals in Scotland; the Court of Justice of the European Communities; and the European Commission and Court of Human Rights.