A skills document on Problem Solving in Law of persons
Notes from Law of Persons (LAWS1013A at Wits University). A comprehensive summary of the topic content - including diagrams, definitions and explanations where applicable.
Importance of problem-solving
extract a problem from a lay person in respect of the law
have knowledge and understanding of the law
have the ability to use the ;aw to solve a problem
Features of a problem-solving question
factual scenario
specific instruction → give advice
A structured approach to problem solving
organised
systematic
formalistic
technical
legally conventional
1. Thinking stage: review relevant sources of law, work out an appropriate solution
Problem Solving 1
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