The Practice And Jurisdiction Of The Court Of Admiralty: In Three Parts (1809)

""The Practice and Jurisdiction of the Court of Admiralty: In Three Parts"" is a comprehensive legal treatise written by John Elihu Hall in 1809. The book is divided into three parts, each of which explores a different aspect of the court of admiralty. Part one provides an overview of the court's jurisdiction and the various types of maritime cases it hears. This section also includes a detailed explanation of the court's procedures and the role of the judge in adjudicating cases. Part two delves into the specifics of admiralty law, including the laws governing maritime contracts, collisions at sea, salvage, and piracy. The author provides numerous examples of cases heard by the court to illustrate the application of these laws in practice. Part three focuses on the practical aspects of practicing law in the court of admiralty. It covers topics such as the qualifications and duties of advocates and proctors, the process for filing and serving legal documents, and the role of juries in admiralty cases. Overall, ""The Practice and Jurisdiction of the Court of Admiralty"" is a valuable resource for legal practitioners, scholars, and anyone interested in the history and development of maritime law.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.