PHIL 3230
Philosophy of Law
This course will first focus on the philosophical foundations of law, examining both the relationship between law and rules, as well as the types of legal reasoning. Second, the course will focus on philosophical issues that arise in the key substantive areas of law: contracts, torts, property, criminal law, and constitutional law, as well in specialized areas such as family and employment law. The course will end with a brief discussion of several problems in legal ethics. Prerequisites: one course in Philosophy at the 100 or 200-level, or permission of the instructor. Priority given to majors in Philosophy & PNP.
Instructors
Anne Margaret Baxley, Jason Gardner, Paula Watson, William Bell
Reviews
Prof. Gardner was super understanding, gave extensions as long as you didn't abuse the privilege, and was very accessible outside of class for questions and advice on papers. He was clear in class, gave students space to ask any questions and offer opinions, and clearly went over grading protocols. I would definitely take his class again!
12/8/2022
Second class with Baxley and I just love her. Very, very knowledgeable. Able to answer or give the best answer to all my questions. Grading is tough, but she is fair and explains why you got your grade. The material covered is extremely interesting. Not a ton of work either, the grading is just difficult so not an easy A.
10/20/2020