Children and the Law: Doctrine, Policy, and PracticeThis new casebook provides comprehensive, innovative materials on this rapidly developing area of law. The casebook emphasizes doctrine, policy & practice, & presents three central themes: the framework of interrelated rights & obligations of children, parents & government; the ways in which the legal system assesses & uses children's competence to shape regulation; & the role of the child's lawyer. Understanding child advocacy practice will help students apply doctrine & policy throughout their professional lives. The book contains problems & comprehensive notes & questions to stimulate classroom discussion. |
Contents
TABLE OF CASES | xxxiii |
The Status Rights and Obligations of Children | 1 |
Notes | 12 |
Copyright | |
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Children and the Law: Doctrine, Policy, and Practice Douglas E. Abrams,Sarah H. Ramsey No preview available - 2010 |
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