THE IMPORTANCE OF COMPARATÝVE LAW IN LEGAL EDUCATÝON
Abstract
In the western countries, the basis of studies of “comparative law” that started in 17th century
aims for mutual legal solutions in a way that analyzes and compares the norms of several legal
systems. Despite the gradual convergence of the systems, legal academicians have been avoiding
the chance for a long time. Through the remarkable meetings of Roscoe Pound Comparative Law
Studies in Paris, 1901 and the U.S., 1919, the idea of creating mutual norms that can be applied
to several legal systems is accepted. Following that, “Comparative Law” became a department
and a research area in law faculties.
Comparative law is a frequently emphasized and growing area, especially in recent years. The
system simply looks for a research, comparison of different cultures and the best possible compatibility
in a world where the concepts of “far” and “close” or “local” and “foreigner” constantly
and widely change. This field of science has an important role on expanding the general knowledge
of law and the progress of law as a field of study. Overall, it provides a better understanding
on national institutions as well as it contributes to those institutions in practice. A glimpse on
comparative law reveals that it contributes to any area of law, from civil law to commercial law
and from criminal law to social security law.