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Sweet & Maxwell's Common Law Library is recognised over the world for its authoritative and comprehensive coverage of common law. These works, many of which are regarded as definitive texts on their subjects, bring together a wealth of knowledge from eminent practitioners and academics; authority that you can rely on in court.



With some of the biggest names in law, including Chitty, Clerk & Lindsell, McGregor and Phipson, the titles in the Common Law Library provide the last word on any common law question, resolving complex legal issues and helping you to resolve disputes.

Covering key topics such as contract, tort, evidence and damages, these volumes are core texts for every practitioner. The books are structured with general principles followed by chapters on specific areas. The depth of analysis provided on case law, shows you how the principles have been applied and gives you guidance on how to tackle any issues that might arise. They provide a complete library of information, interpretation and advice on common law.

Common Law Library titles are supplemented regularly so that you have the latest information to rely on when seeking to support and defend your argument.
Take a look through this site to check that you´ve got the very latest mainworks and supplements.



New editions in 2010

New Editions in 2011

Arlidge, Eady & Smith on Contempt

Sir David Eady and Professor A T H Smith

  • A comprehensive guide on the law relating to civil and criminal contempt
  • Provides a perfect mix of rules, principles and practical advice on the law of contempt
  • Covers contempt in both criminal and civil cases

Publishing 2011, 4th Edition

New Supplements

 Gatley on Libel and Slander

 General Editors: Richard Parkes QC and WVH Rogers

 Provides comprehensive coverage of the law and procedure of libel and slander

 Goes through the general principles of each form of libel and slander, possible defences, other causes of action and the steps involved with taking a case to trial

 Includes discussion of the remedies available

Edition 11, December 2008

Edition 11, Supplement 1, November 2010

Jackson & Powell on Professional Liability 

 General Editors John Powell QC and Roger Stewart QC

 Provides detailed explanation of the general principles, including liability and contributory negligence

 Covers the legal, financial, technology, medical and construction professions

 Provides chapter-by-chapter coverage of specific professions explaining their responsibilities and showing how the duties, liabilities and damages issues apply

          Edition 11, December 2008

          Edition 11, Supplement 1, November 2010

 McGregor on Damages 

 Harvey McGregor QC

 Provides in-depth coverage of the law, from detailed consideration of the general principles to specific heads of damages

 Compares damages in contract, tort and human rights, and each type is dealt with individually

 Clarifies complex areas including loss of a chance, mitigation and causation

          Edition 11, December 2008           

          Edition 11, Supplement 1, November 2010

Chitty on Contracts 

Professor Hugh Beale

 Provides you with the depth of insight you require, so you can confidently cite it in court

 Covers contracts for every commercial situation, with specific sections on a range of contracts from agency to suretyship, as well as covering consumer contracts

 Gives expert interpretation of the legal position, ensuring that when you draft a contract, you have taken every eventuality into account

Offers expert interpretation on all the relevant legislation and of case law

Current titles

Bullen & Leake & Jacob's Precedents of Pleadings 

General Editors

The Hon. Mr Justice Blair, Lord Brennan Q.C., The Rt Hon. Lord Justice Jacob, The Hon. Mr Justice Langstaff

Provides indispensable guidance on drafting statements of case ensuring that you are preparing the most effective statements of case

Includes a range of templates for drafting which can easily be modified to the case you are working on

Covers all classes of litigation from areas such as fraud and property law to entertainment law and education

Edition 16, December 2007
Edition 16, supplement 1, November 2009

Goff & Jones: The Law of Restitution 

Professor Gareth Jones

Goes through the principles and practical applications of the law of restitution

Examines clearly the principles of unjust enrichment to ensure the finer details are fully understood

Provides detailed coverage of the principles and practical applications of mistake, compulsion, necessity, and ineffective transactions

Edition 7, December 2006
Edition 7, supplement 1, April 2009

Phipson on Evidence

General Editor Hodge M Malek QC and specialist editors   

Examines in detail all aspects of the complex principles and procedures which make up the law of evidence

Details all the areas of the law of evidence from both a civil and criminal perspective

Discusses the relevance and admissibility of evidence, including types of documents, witnesses and experts

Edition 17, December 2009



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