Beyond the Bench: Understanding US Legal Culture

Beyond the Bench: Understanding US Legal Culture

Insights into America's legal system

Take a deep dive into the unique characteristics of the US legal system in this engaging webinar. By exploring the nation’s legal traditions, key sources of law, and the development of its legal culture, this session sheds light on what makes the American legal system distinct.


Gain valuable insights into how the US legal framework has evolved, from its foundational principles to its modern-day complexities. Learn about the traditions that shape legal decisions, the interplay between state and federal law, and how historical influences continue to impact the way justice is administered today.


Whether you’re a student of law, a professional seeking to expand your understanding, or simply curious about US legal traditions, this webinar offers an enlightening journey into the principles, processes, and culture behind one of the world’s most influential legal systems.

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Laura Coordes

Laura Coordes's research focuses on bankruptcy and financial distress and includes commercial law, large corporate reorganizations, international and comparative insolvency law, and local government finance and policy. She teaches Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Advanced Bankruptcy, Secured Transactions (in-person and online), and Contracts. Professor Coordes is an active member of the American Bankruptcy Institute (ABI) and was honored as a member of the ABI's 40 Under 40 in 2020. 


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Explore Legal Traditions:

Gain a deeper understanding of the historical foundations that shape US legal culture.

Learn About Key Sources of Law:

Discover how statutes, case law, and constitutional principles influence the legal framework.


Understand Legal Distinctions:

Dive into the differences between state and federal law and their unique interplay.

Broaden Your Perspective:

Expand your knowledge of one of the world’s most impactful legal systems and its global influence.