Hayes & Williams' Family Law provides comprehensive, critical, and case-focused discussion of the key legislation and debates affecting adults and children. Cases are at the heart of family law and this textbook offers copious case detail, with comprehensive summaries throughout the text to ensure students understand the development of family law through the courts. Alongside expert analysis and critique of the current law, the text also explores socio-legal perspectives to help students put that law into context. Discussion questions at the end of each chapter allow students to reflect and apply their knowledge, offering the ideal preparation for exams and assessments. The text also includes a range of further features to support students new to the subject, including legislation extracts, contextual chapter introductions, and further reading advice, alongside a clear and engaging writing style. Digital formats and resources This edition is available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats, and is supported by online resources. - The e-book offers a mobile experience and convenient access along with functionality tools, navigation features, and links that offer extra learning support: www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/ebooks - The online resources include: * Multiple choice questions with feedback to test student understanding * A flashcard glossary of key terminology * Further reading suggestions for each chapter

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