"Practicing Law in Shariah Courts: Seven Strategies for Achieving Justice in Shariah Courts
describes the Shariah courts of Northern Nigeria, and offers advice for
counsel practicing in Shariah courts worldwide, particularly in cases
involving women.
In this important book, you'll find insight
into practicing law in Shariah courts, and some questions that arise
from being on the field, from the authors experience of seeking justice
under these laws both legally and spiritually.
The introduction
of new Shariah in Northern Nigeria in 1999 set in place a delicate and
flexible boundary between the rule of law and individual interpretations
of the Law that are unjustifiably causing individual and social ills.
This important book is part of a dialogue for learning the terrain and
how best to work around the disparities in the new Shariah, exploring
ethical issues drawn from various sources, including the Holy Qur'an,
Hadith, and Sunnah. Although their application is discussed within the
legal contour of Shariah law in Northern Nigeria, the strategies are not
confined to any one framework of reference and may be a valued resource
to many.
The book contains the author's reflection of her
experiences while defending clients in Shariah courts. It is a book
written by a legal practitioner, sharing the strategies and resources
that have served her well throughout her career. The multilayered
composition of this book, weaving together Islamic law, national laws,
international treatises, and religious texts is intent on providing
lawyers all possible avenues for drafting a defense strategy that
reflects the integrity of Shariah and upholds the values of the
community.
Since their implementation and subsequent codification
from 2000 to 2003, Shariah law codes have been regularly amended. This
book reflects the latest of the amendments known to the author. The
strategies and resources outlined in this book move past them and look
toward the overarching ideal of justice and fairness, placing them in a
space that sustains the functional character of the work."
--http://apps.americanbar.org/abastore/index.cfm?section=main&fm=Product.AddToCart&pid=1620515&sc_cid=1620515-13C
Shariah Law - coming soon to a courthouse near you.
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