Comparative law is a legal research method that compares the similarities and differences of the domestic laws of one country with another country. Comparative law tends to be subject focused - comparing the laws on a particular topic in at least two jurisdiction.
There are a number of comparative law research guides on the Law Library Research Guides page with links to key resources in that subject. There are guides on subjects such as:
Legal encyclopaedias provide succinct summaries on legal topics. Each topic is written by an expert and regularly reviewed so the information is relevant and accurate to current law. They are arranged by subject and include legislation and case law authorities in support of the statements.
The Library subscribes to a number of reference & encyclopaedic materials useful for comparative legal research.
The Foreign Law Guide allows you to browse or search by subject area. It includes the central primary sources, particularly legislation, in that area of law. A list of secondary sources on the subject may also be included for some jurisdictions.
You can navigate by Subject:
Once you have selected a subject area, select your country of interest. The country page will include the primary law in the area, and secondary sources for selected subjects/jurisdictions.
Multinational Sources Compared is a Hein Online database that identifies key secondary sources that compare laws in multiple jurisdictions on a particular subject. Browse by Subject to navigate to the topic of interest.
Use the Find It @ UniMelb link to see if we have the secondary source in the library. Each entry also highlights which jurisdictions are focused on in the secondary source.