Research Methods for Law - (Research Methods for the Arts and Humanities) 3rd Edition by Mike McConville & Chui

About the Book

A handbook and guide to research methods for students of law, criminology, sociology and social sciences, from an interdisciplinary perspective

Book Synopsis

This third edition of Research Methods for Law offers students in a range of disciplines - law, sociology, psychology, criminology, forensic science, social-legal studies and social welfare - an advanced introduction to research methods in an accessible and grounded way. As well as covering theoretical, comparative and interdisciplinary methods, the book breaks new ground by offering a focus on topics of contemporary and developing concerns in areas such as Artificial Intelligence, BRICS, Continental Legal Systems, Islamic Law, Gender, Race and the 'Virtual World'. The expert contributors draw on their vast experience in teaching and research to encourage students and provide sure pathways for their own enterprises with technical competence and adherence to ethical standards.

From the Back Cover

A handbook and guide to research methods for students of law, criminology, sociology and social sciences, from an interdisciplinary perspective Key features: - 7 new chapters covering: advanced analytical methods and research methods for Islamic Law, Continental Legal Systems, the Virtual World, BRICS, Race, AI, Gender and the Law - Existing chapters updated with the latest thinking in legal research - Global coverage of ideas by leading researchers and practitioners This third edition of Research Methods for Law provides students in law, sociology, psychology and criminology with perspectives on current methods of research - legalistic, theoretical, empirical, comparative and inter-disciplinary - in an accessible, grounded and engaging style. Its rich mix of general lessons, theoretical engagement and practical examples from experienced researchers brings clarity to the challenges and complexities of research. Enabling students to pursue research from a variety of perspectives, the book draws on actual research projects presented by a team of international contributors with a broad range of teaching and research experience in law, criminal justice and socio-legal studies. Mike McConville is Honorary Professor, University of Nottingham and Founding Dean of the Faculty of Law in the Chinese University of Hong Kong. Wing Hong Chui is Professor and Head of the Department of Applied Social Sciences at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Review Quotes

An essential resource for every Law student and scholar, and a must have for the shelves of every library.

--Malcolm Feeley, University of California Berkeley

A wonderful resource that spans theory, methods, the global and colonial, virtual and real. It brings together a great group of scholars from around the world to share their thoughts and experiences with a global perspective.--Richard Moorhead, University of Exeter

About the Author

Mike McConville is Honorary Professor, University of Nottingham and Founding Dean of the Faculty of Law in the Chinese University of Hong Kong.

Wing Hong Chui is Professor and Head of the Department of Applied Social Sciences at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University