The Conflict of Laws is now a well-established textbook on this complicated and fast moving area of law. The text explains the fundamental principles of the subject but also allows the reader to stand back from the rules dealing with specific topics and to consider some issues which concern the working of the conflict of laws as a whole, in particular, the theoretical basis and methodology., thus, making it an ideal textbook for students on both academic and professional courses.

Table of Contents

Introduction to the Conflict of Laws; Personal Connecting Factors; Exclusion of Foreign Law; Jurisdiction: Principles and European Rules; Jurisdiction: the Traditional English Rules; Sovereign and Diplomatic Immunity; Foreign Judgments; Foreign Arbitral Awards; Marriage; Matrimonial Causes; Children: guardianship and care; Children: legitimacy, legitimation and adoption; Contracts; Torts; Property; Matrimonial Property; Succession and the Administration of Estates; Trusts; Substance and Procedure; Technical Problems; Theories and Methods.