Scots Law

The Scottish Universities Law Institute series (SULI)

The SULI series is a definitive collection of the highest-quality texts on modern Scots law, written by experts in their respective fields and contributing to the advancement of law in Scotland

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Cited in court

SULI publications are regularly referred to in court, validating the fact that their quality and accuracy are relied upon by those involved at all levels of the Scottish legal system.

The highest possible quality

Every new SULI publication undergoes a thorough vetting process, guaranteeing that it serves as your primary text and that you can fully trust its content.

Expert endorsement

The SULI Council consists of a team of highly qualified experts striving to ensure each and every publication is of the highest possible standard, with representation from The Law Society of Scotland, The Faculty of Advocates, and every Scottish university.

SULI welcomes book proposals for new titles

SULI books offer a comprehensive examination of the law, setting a top standard in legal publishing.

Since its inception in the 1960s, the SULI series has aimed to deliver high-quality restatements of the major areas of Scots law. Understanding SULI's philosophy is essential: its books showcase valuable insights and contribute to legal scholarship, setting a high bar for legal texts in Scotland.

Comprehensive and authoritative

This resource serves as a “one-stop-shop,” featuring all relevant Scottish authority on a range of issues in the context of UK law and, where applicable, foreign equivalents.

Discursive and evaluative

SULI books are formal, in-depth, and objective, providing expert opinion but avoiding polemic. They explain the principles behind the law and how current legislation and case law align with them.

Peer reviewed

Book proposals are subject to approval by the SULI Council. Final manuscripts are peer reviewed by three anonymous reviewers, generally members of the judiciary, the legal profession, and academia.

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