Conflict of Laws

Clarkson & Hill's Conflict of Laws provides a detailed account of the topics taught on private international law and conflict of laws courses, reflecting the profound changes that the subject has undergone in recent years. The clearest and most coherent textbook on this wide-ranging subject, the fifth edition provides: • Discussion of the basic principles of the conflict of laws in a succinct and approachable style, making this an ideal introductory text • Clear explanation of complex points of law and terminology without oversimplification, offering an authoritative and accessible approach to a subject which has changed greatly in recent years • Comprehensive coverage suitable for undergraduate and postgraduate courses • Trusted analysis of existing legislation in addition to consideration of reform proposais and theoretical issues • The most frequently updated textbook on the subject, making this a reliable and indispensable companion to your studies Fully revised in light of the Brussels I Recast and the Rome Regulations, the fifth edition has been substantially rewritten w address the latest changes to jurisdiction and choice of law in contractual and non-contractual obligations. The fifth edition also considers the conflict of laws implications of the Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Act 2013, as well as new case law on habituai residence and the formai validity of marriage. Future developments and the proposed reform of Brussels II bis are also discussed in relation w matrimonial causes. 'It is an exemplar of what a textbook should be. It combines an appropriate amount of detail, presents what are complicated issues clearly and in an accessible manner, and nonetheless contains extremely valuable analysis. This analysis really lifts it out of the traditional student textbook mould.' Professor Peter McEleavy, University of Dundee 'It is clearly written, concise, comprehensive, and up to date.' Professor Sophia Tang, Newcastle University Jonathan Hill is Professor of Law at the University of Bristol Law School. His teaching and research interests lie in the areas of private international law and international commercial arbitration. He has co-authored The Conflict of Laws since 1997; he is also the author of Cross-Border Consumer Contracts (OUP, 2008) and has written numerous articles in the field of private international law. Maire Ni Shnilleabhain is an Assistant Professor in Law at University College Dublin. A qualified barrister, she is the author or co-author of a number of books and articles on private international law including Cross-Border Divorce Law (OUP, 2010) and Human Rights and Private International Law (OUP, 2016) with James Fawcett and Sangeeta Shah.