LAW 6512 Legal Globalization and Comparative Law

2-3 Hours

This course will introduce students to the phenomenon of globalization and its impact on cultures and legal systems using different countries and topics of examination as case studies. Students in this course will learn about a particular country and a specific legal topic. This might include examination of a country’s history, legal systems, culture and languages. Students will also travel to the country examination with their instructor, typically for a period of one week, to continue their studies. Activities in the country of destination might include cultural and historical tours, experiential learning opportunities, lectures from foreign academics, business leaders, governmental officials, and attorneys, and visits to legal institutions.