Books in the A Practical Approach series

A Practical Approach to Local Government Law is a clear and accessible guide to the full range of law and legislation relating to local government. This new edition brings the book fully up to date by covering legislative change since 1997 including the Local Government Act 2003 and the new Capital Finance Rules brought into force in April 2004.

A Practical Approach to Environmental Law provides comprehensive coverage of the full range of law and legislation relating to the environment. It is structured into three parts in a clear and practical way, focusing in turn on principles, substantive environmental law areas (such as noise, waste, and water), and practice and procedure.

This assessment of the key skills needed to handle a case bridges the Civil Procedure Rules and the reality of case management, explaining the rationale of civil litigation. An overview of the litigation process advises on complying with procedure, using evidence, and how to ensure you are taking account of the rules on funding and costs.

Now in its fifth edition, this successful title provides a clear picture of the complex area of commercial conveyancing and property. Accessible features such as checklists, diagrams, and practical solutions to common problems make this title invaluable to busy practitioners and students alike.

Now in its ninth edition, this popular title provides a comprehensive overview of the principles and practice of employment law. It has been fully updated to take account of recent developments including the Equality Act 2010, the Enterprise & Regulatory Reform Act 2013, the Growth & Infrastructure Act 2013, and the Trade Union Act 2016.

Now in its eighth edition,A Practical Approach to Landlord and Tenant continues to provide a comprehensive guide to the complex principles of landlord and tenant law. Condensing the case law and statutory codes into one manageable volume, this book provides a user-friendly introduction for lawyers and students alike.

A detailed and concisely written guide to the complex subject of planning law, the fourteenth edition of this trusted resource provides a reliable overview of the planning system for both practitioners and students.