Maher, Waller and Derham : Legal Process: Commentary and Materials

Sixth edition of first year university text first published in 1966, aiming to familiarise students with the basics of the Australian legal system and help develop legal analysis and research skills. Provides an overview of the legal system, and deals with the development of law and the evaluation and interpretation of legal principles. This edition expands the focus on the law of Aborigines, in the context of the Mabo decision, and analyses the High Court of Australia's institutional role as a common law court in handing down that decision. The emphasis on Benson v Lee has been reduced. Gives the latest cases on statutory interpretation, and provides an increased number of tasks and questions for students. Includes a table of cases and an index. Also available in hardback.