books: law - top sellers

books: law - top sellers

books:

Black's Law Dictionary, Eighth Edition (Black's Law Dictionary (Standard Edition))

Thomson West, 2004

Indespensible Dictionary!
This dictionary will be well worn! It is indespensible and sits at my desk. Clear, concise easy reading print. It is one that you can't do without. With a tremendous amount of reading to be done as a student, this dictionary was printed with that in mind making a lot ...

The Nine: Inside the Secret World of the Supreme Court

Jeffrey Toobin

Doubleday, 2007

3.5 out of 5
The Nine is an in-depth portrayal of the current Supreme Court. Not only does Toobin cover the personality quirks and politics of the individual justices and their relationships with each other over time, he also analyzes the development and the current state of the ...

The Associated Press Stylebook and Briefing on Media Law

Norm Goldstein

Basic Books, 2007

Helpful
This was quite helpful while taking a journalism course. It takes a few minutes to understand the layout of the book to lookup things, but once you get it, it's easy. I think this book helped raise me a letter grade in my course. Anyone taking a journalism ...

Cases and Materials on Torts (University Casebook Series) (University Casebook Series)

William Lloyd Prosser

Foundation Press, 2005

Pretty Standard, Could Be Better
OK, it's a casebook. By definition it is just a bunch of cases thrown together to demonstrate various areas of the law. But lately there has been a new trend in books for 1Ls... analysis. Sure, this book has "Notes" sections between the cases, but they are little ...

Making Your Case: The Art of Persuading Judges

Antonin Scalia, Bryan A. Garner

Thomson West, 2008

Words of Wisdom for Lawyers
Legal education does not end with the finishing of your law degree. The challange begins when you prepare your first brief and stand before the Judge to argue your first case. If you are not prepared well and are not confident to appear before the Judge your mind may ...

Eat, Pray, Love: One Woman's Search for Everything Across Italy, India and Indonesia

Elizabeth Gilbert

Penguin (Non-Classics), 2007

A Relaxing Read
I had put off reading this book for a long time because the title turned me off. One day I decided to read it since it was summer and I had some extra time. From the first page, I was hooked. I was so surprised to find the book a delightfully humorous memoir of ...

Basic Legal Research: Tools And Strategies

Amy E. Sloan

Aspen Publishers, 2006

Practical, Helpful & Easy to Read
I've used this book for the past few months and have been pleasantly surprised by how well it is organized, and how easy it is to understand. The author writes in a clear, straightforward manner and covers all of the pertinant topics.

Wills, Trusts, and Estates (Casebook) (Casebook)

Aspen Publishers, Inc., 2005

2007 Law Student
This is an excellent textbook on Wills and Trusts. I received the book on time in mint condition. Case Closed.

Property

James E. Krier, Gregory S. Alexander, ...

Aspen Publishers, Inc., 2006

Quick delivery
This was the book I needed, the most recent edition, still in the shrinkwrap from the publisher. It was delivered quickly.

Government Pirates: The Assault on Private Property Rights--and How We Can Fight It

Don Corace

Harper Paperbacks, 2008

A WAKE UP CALL FOR AMERICAN CITIZENS
Using real life examples, Don Corace reveals how ordinary Americans are being terrorized, robbed, and in some cases even forced into bankruptcy by government officials and judges who have lost all respect for the ideals of freedom envisioned by America's Founding ...

10 More Actual, Official LSAT PrepTests (Lsat Series) (Lsat Series)

Law School Admission Council

Law School Admission Council, 2007

Great study aid!
Great practice set for a more comprehensive study of the LSAT. Goes great with any study guide. The best way to ace the LSAT is to do as many tests as you can, time yourself, and review your mistakes.

For the Thrill of It: Leopold, Loeb, and the Murder That Shocked Chicago

Simon Baatz

Harper, 2008

Beautifully written - Reads like In Cold Blood
Baatz meticulously researches a fascinating subject and then tells the story in beautifully written prose. It is not an exaggeration to compare his book favorably with Truman Capote's In Cold Blood, i.e. I couldn't put it down! For The Thrill Of It is the best book ...

Cases and Materials on Business Associations: Agency, Partnerships, and Corporations (6th Edition)

William A. Klein, J. Mark Ramseyer, ...

Foundation Press, 2006

great book!
this book is very good because it help me a lot in my studies. and also give me knowledge that i really want.

South-Western Federal Taxation: Comprehensive 2009 (with TaxCut® Tax Preparation Software CD-ROM) ...
Eugene Willis, William H. Hoffman, ...

South-Western College/West, 2008

Delivering the most thorough coverage available on individual and corporate taxation, the 2009 EDITION of SOUTH-WESTERN FEDERAL TAXATION: COMPREHENSIVE VOLUME is unquestionably the most effective text for helping you master the complex and ever-changing Tax Code. Preparing you for the long term, South-Western Federal Taxation offers many ...

Quicken Willmaker Plus 2008 Edition: Estate Planning Essentials (Book with CD-ROM)

Editors of Nolo

NOLO, 2007

Exceptional
I recently purchased this to upgrade my will and had all the usual worries about the makers screwing up a good product. I am happy to say that it's as easy to use as the one I am replacing. You never get swamped with legalese and if you have a question it is easily ...