LAWS C39 - Philosophy of Law

Institution:

Duquesne University

Subject:

LAWS - Law School

Description:

The goal of this perspective forming course is to remove the shackles of the mind which limit our ways of seeing and experiencing law and lawyering. To this end the insights of civilization's greatest thinkers are used to examine the law and the legal profession within the largest context imaginable. Particular focus is given to the impact of the role of law and lawyering upon the self as well as upon civilization, with considerable attention given to moral sensitivity, personal values, imagination and creativity.

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.duq.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 396-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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